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Animal services seeks $80,000 for part‑time veterinarian and $140,000 in overtime ahead of new shelter opening
Summary
Tulsa Animal Services told the Urban Economic Development Committee on June 4 it needs an additional $80,000 for a part‑time or contract veterinarian and roughly $140,000 in overtime funding to support operations as it readies to move into a 24,000‑square‑foot shelter planned for July 2026.
Tulsa Animal Services presented a budget and capital update focused on veterinary services, staff capacity and operations tied to a new shelter under construction.
Department presenters (Sherry and Colton) said the new shelter is on schedule, with tentative construction completion of July 8, 2026, and that the new facility will be roughly 24,000 square feet (the current facility is about 16,000). Staff recommended expanding medical and operations capacity in advance of the move. Key figures cited in the briefing:
• Current authorized staff: 45 team members; recommended staffing for…
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