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County planning to assume animal services as Humane Society contract ends; $1.3 million estimate presented
Summary
Indian River County staff told commissioners July 9 that the countys contract with the Humane Society expires Nov. 30. Administration presented a preliminary plan and an estimated $1.3 million annual cost to operate county animal services while initial FY2026 costs would be funded from optional sales tax.
Indian River County administration briefed commissioners on July 9 on the countys animal services contract, which expires Nov. 30, 2025. County staff said they have been meeting with current nonprofit providers and that capacity and service issues have prompted the county to plan for an option to operate animal services in‑house.
John Tkanic…
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