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Weslaco hears animal‑control intake, outcome and funding data; staff to return with fee recommendations
Summary
Animal‑services staff reported receiving 2,021 animals from partner jurisdictions (Oct–June), cited a range of monthly save rates and listed contract payments from partner cities; commissioners directed staff to return with recommended fee changes and contract language at the next meeting.
Animal‑services staff presented intake and outcome data on Tuesday and asked the commission to consider fee and contract changes with partner jurisdictions.
Letty Lopez, who led the presentation, said Weslaco received 2,021 animals from partner entities between October and June; roughly 78% of intake were strays and about a quarter were owner surrenders. Lopez provided monthly "save rates" that ranged from 33% to 69% in the period cited, with June reported at about 56%.
Lopez also…
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