Memphis Animal Services interim director named amid investigation [Video]

Mary Claire Borys will oversee MAS’s operations. She’s currently the manager of strategic initiatives at Memphis’ Division of Housing and Community Development.

MEMPHIS, Tenn. — The City of Memphis named a longtime community development administrator as the interim director of Memphis Animal Services, as they continue to investigate Director Ty Coleman.

Mary Claire Borys, the manager of strategic initiatives for Memphis’ Division of Housing and Community Development, will lead the operations of the animal shelter, a city spokesperson said.

Borys previously worked in management for Habitat for Humanity of Greater Memphis.

MAS Director Ty Coleman was placed on leave on June 28 as the city started an investigation on MAS’ practices, after a dog died in their play yard in triple-digit heat on June 24.

In a statement, MAS said preliminary information suggest the dog’s death was heat-related. They said an exact cause of death has not been determined.

MAS said it has adjusted the outdoor play areas to have more shade, and they are working …