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Residents press for oversight of Lifeline animal-control contractor; PADD funding renewal held for more information
Summary
Multiple public commenters alleged mismanagement and safety problems at Fulton County's contracted animal-control facilities and urged independent oversight; the board also held a proposed $400,000 renewal for PADD until staff could clarify program responsibilities and funding overlaps.
Several residents and advocates used public comment at the Nov. 5 Fulton County Board of Commissioners meeting to allege persistent problems with the county's animal-control contract operator, Lifeline, and to call for independent oversight.
Speakers described alleged operational failures including unreported incidents, confidentiality agreements required of staff and volunteers, crowded facilities and claims of theft and mistreatment. Public commenters asked whether…
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