Commissioners back exploring animal-control fundraiser to help shelter costs

Feb 5, 2026

The board authorized staff to explore and price an animal-control fundraiser (a golf outing and evening silent auction) to offset shelter food and operational expenses and to create a dedicated charitable fund.

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The Genesee County Board of Commissioners authorized staff to investigate and plan an animal‑control fundraising event, including obtaining pricing for a golf outing and a concurrent dinner/silent auction. Commissioner Shoemaker proposed the idea, citing animal-control food-cost pressures and the potential to raise several thousand dollars for shelter needs.

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