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Chippewa County committee approves in‑house veterinary position to cut shelter costs
Summary
The committee authorized an in‑house veterinary position at $50 per hour for eight hours per week, funded from Special Fund 280 (Animal Control Millage), estimated annual cost $23,296 including fringe; intended to reduce monthly professional services fees that average over $10,000.
The Chippewa County committee approved funding for an in‑house veterinary position for animal control at its Aug. 5 meeting.
Commissioner Scott Shackleton moved the authorization, which Commissioner Justin Knepper supported. The shelter manager had reported that the county received no proposals in response to a request for proposals; the proposed in‑house arrangement is $50 per hour for eight hours weekly, paid from Special Fund 280 (Animal Control Millage). The committee recorded an estimated annual cost of $23,296, including fringe benefits, and noted the change is expected to reduce current monthly professional services and fees, which the packet said are averaging over $10,000 per month.
The motion carried on a voice vote. The committee did not specify the hire date in the meeting record and directed implementation through the county's hiring and payroll process.
