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Danielle Marshall
From:Albert Sardinas <albertsardinas@fmsglobalstrategies.com>
Sent:Tuesday, February 16, 2021 4:28 PM
To:Vanessa Dolbee; Angie Mathias
Cc:Joy Hollingsworth
Subject:Retail Pet Sales
Attachments:OPR Draft - Retail Pet Sales - Amendment.docx; CT Amended Language - Pet Lemon Law.doc
Follow Up Flag:Follow up
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Vanessa / Angie,
Thank you very much for explaining the city’s process and allowing me to present my views on the topic. I have attached
language which we attempted to work into a state bill. Again, our singular goal is to provide a better way forward which
protects both consumers and our furry friends. The emotional argument is very important; it is the catalyst for our
conversation and the reason why the Kerr’s have tried to raise the industry’s standards at the state level. However,
policy making requires data.
We welcome any follow‐up conversations regarding this policy and look forward to engaging in the overall process.
Albert Sardinas
VP of Public Policy & Community Engagement
FMS Global Strategies, LLC
Phone: (206) 482‐7100
Email: albertsardinas@fmsglobalstrategies.com
Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/albertsardinas
Website: www.fmsglobalstrategies.com
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