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Collier County and local rescue groups continue talks on privatizing parts of animal‑services operations
Summary
Representatives of For the Love of Cats and domestic animal services (DAS) discussed a proposed partnership to manage community cat issues and spay/neuter services; staff said budget constraints limit immediate adoption but a follow‑up meeting is scheduled and commissioners expressed support for exploring a phased private‑partner model.
Local rescue group For the Love of Cats presented a detailed proposal on July 8 to assume community‑cat response functions from Collier County Domestic Animal Services (DAS), including trapping, transport, kitten rescue, public education and return‑to‑owner work, while DAS would pay for surgeries, vaccinations and community‑cat wellness expenses.
Jan Rich, president and co‑founder of For the…
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