SRAC's Executive Committee

SRAC is a coalition of animal advocates, rescue organizations, and concerned citizens. Our activities are funded through the volunteerism and generosity of those who care about the quality of life and treatment of New York City's homeless animals, including animals in the City animal shelter system.    

Louise Enten is a licensed social worker and long-time animal rescuer and advocate.  She regularly fosters dogs for AC&C New Hope rescuers, and is a volunteer with Best Friends Animal Society and Animal Haven. She is currently pursuing a career in humane education and hopes to instill in children the desire and capacity to live with compassion and possess the knowledge and tools to put humane values into action. 

Cats and dogs have always been an important part of Michael Kepple’s life. Michael joined SRAC after experiencing firsthand the AC&C’s neglect of its animal and the obstacles the AC&C place on adopting a shelter animal. In late 2011, he and his wife wanted to adopt a cat from the AC&C.   But it took 3 days and a total of 9 hours to maneuver through the AC&C hurdles. The cat had fallen sick of a cold (which it caught AT the shelter), and its behavior was downgraded to “unadoptable” (because the cat became sick and scared). Only by challenging the AC&C’s excuses for killing the cat rather than allowing its adoption, were Michael and his wife able to welcome the cat (Petunia) into their family.  During this experience Michael learned that AC&C is broken and in urgent need of repair. Michael believes that with the support of a concerned community members, and the assistance of SRAC, we can make NYC a true no-kill city. He brings to the SRAC board his skills in IT and web development to reinforce the SRAC's momentum for change.

Esther Koslow joined the SRAC Board in October 2009 shortly after resigning as an AC&C volunteer just as the Department of Health began to slash the AC&C's budget, which resulted in the slashing of core shelter services and staff.  During her time at the AC&C, Esther worked with management, rescuers and other volunteers in an attempt to improve shelter conditions and operations.   Esther currently has 3 rescued dogs and 2 rescued tortoises. She is a former litigator.