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Peoria County to replace aging animal-shelter crematory; Matthews Environmental recommended as vendor, funding from Byerland Estate donation
Summary
Peoria County Animal Services recommended replacing an aging crematory unit, citing record shelter intake and repair costs. Purchasing received three proposals; Matthews Environmental was the lowest complete proposer at $95,000 plus a $5,000 contingency for removal/installation costs, to be paid from a restricted Byerland Estate donation.
Peoria County Animal Services staff told the Public Safety and Justice Committee they are moving forward to replace an aging crematory system after receiving a restricted donation from the Byerland Estate.
The shelter reported a record intake year of 6,006 animals, placing continued pressure on operations. Staff said the donation from the Byerland Estate is restricted and may not be used for salaries or wages, and they proposed using those funds for a replacement crematory.
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