During a recent government meeting, officials discussed staffing changes in light of the upcoming transition to a new animal shelter facility. The new building, expected to be operational by the end of the year, will necessitate the hiring of three additional staff members to accommodate a larger volume of animals.

Currently, the animal control department has a total of 13 positions, which includes two animal control officers, an assistant director, a shelter manager, and eight other staff members. The planned increase will bring the total to 15 positions, marking a 50% increase in staffing over the past two years.

The discussions highlighted the need for adequate staffing to ensure the effective management of the new facility, emphasizing the importance of maintaining operational efficiency while addressing the growing demands of animal care.