Wright County humane society outlines shelter plan, fundraising shortfall

Oct 12, 2026

Phil Johnson and Sandy McGrath reported a proposed shelter build estimated at $315,000 that would include 16 dog kennels and a cat room; fundraising reached $191,000, leaving a shortfall described as "a little over $120,000." The humane society plans a memorandum of understanding with local cities and the county for impounding fees.

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Representatives with the Wright County Humane Society provided a building update to supervisors, saying the projected build would cost $315,000 and include 16 dog kennels and a cat room. The minutes say the humane society has raised $191,000 to date and faces a shortfall "of a little over 120,000."

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