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San Angelo officials propose outdoor kennel ‘pods’ to reduce disease, cost and noise
Summary
Construction manager Al Torres and Animal Services Manager Amanda Wheedle presented a phased plan to build 3–4 outdoor kennel pods at the San Angelo animal shelter, highlighting improved airflow, disease control and long-term value; staff said just over $2 million is currently earmarked and design work is pending.
Al Torres, construction manager for the City of San Angelo, described a proposal to replace the large indoor kennel layout with smaller outdoor "pod" buildings that would improve airflow, reduce noise and lower disease transmission at the animal shelter. "What we propose to do is completely overhaul the exhaust system," Torres said while outlining HVAC, drainage and ceiling modifications for the existing facility and the pod concept for new construction.
Torres and Amanda Wheedle said the plan calls for roughly 24–25 runs per pod…
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