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Council approves larger multi‑year contract with Capital Humane Society, adds reporting and oversight conditions
Summary
After months of review, the Lincoln City Council approved a four‑year service agreement with the Capital Humane Society that raises city payments and adds quarterly reporting, performance metrics and a city‑appointed ex‑officio board member. Council and shelter leaders said the changes address a widening funding gap and increase transparency.
The Lincoln City Council voted 6‑0 on Aug. 11 to approve a four‑year animal‑sheltering contract with the Capital Humane Society (CHS) that raises city payments progressively from $1.25 million in year one to $1.65 million in year four and includes a mutual option for a second four‑year term.
The contract replaces prior, smaller agreements the council and CHS said had left the nonprofit operating at a loss while intake and live‑outcome work increased. Rick Hoppe of the mayor’s office said the city had examined alternatives, and that building and operating a city shelter would carry substantial upfront and operating costs.
CHS Executive Director Matt Madcher told the council the organization received about 5,809 animals in the 12 months ending May 2025 and that about 2,894 of those arrived under the city contract (either picked up by animal control or…
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