Get Full Government Meeting Transcripts, Videos, & Alerts Forever!
Get email alerts on the Animal Services topic
No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.
Council approves 12‑month waiver program to encourage pet adoptions
Summary
Desert Hot Springs approved a 12-month resolution authorizing the city manager to reduce or waive animal-adoption fees and to host at least one adoption event per month during the period; staff said the program responds to high shelter occupancy in the region.
The City Council unanimously adopted a resolution instructing the city manager to offer reduced or no‑cost animal adoption fees over a 12‑month pilot period and to coordinate at least one adoption event per month with local animal‑welfare partners.
Tyler, who presented the resolution, said the action is aligned with the city’s strategic plan and responds to capacity challenges in regional shelters. The resolution authorizes the city manager to set fee reductions as appropriate and directs staff to return to council if they recommend extending the pilot period beyond 12 months.
Council approved the resolution by voice vote; staff will schedule monthly events and provide updates to council.
