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Galveston County animal services contract reviewed; La Marque told county billing is population‑based
Summary
La Marque — At the Aug. 12 budget workshop the council received a briefing on animal services provided through the Galveston County animal resource/field services contract.
La Marque — At the Aug. 12 budget workshop the council received a briefing on animal services provided through the Galveston County animal resource/field services contract. James Osteen, the city’s advisory committee representative, said contract amounts are population‑based and that the county’s consolidated shelter and field services remain less costly than establishing a city‑run animal control operation.
Why it matters: Animal control contracts involve recurring operating costs for sheltering, field patrols and veterinary services. The council must decide whether to continue the county…
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