With advocates and employees imploring San Jose to find a fresh voice for its beleaguered animal shelter , the city has chosen a new leader from outside its ranks to run the refuge long beset with accusations of mismanagement.

Monica Wylie — who spent 15 years at the Humane Society for Tacoma and Pierce County, and most recently served as the executive director of a Southern California rescue organization — will assume the deputy director position on Oct. 26.

“With nearly 20 years of experience in animal welfare, coupled with her leadership, operational expertise, and track record of life-saving results, I am confident she will help fulfill the Animal Care Center’s mission to provide a welcoming and humane place for animals and those who care for them,” City Manager Jennifer Maguire sa

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