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Humane Society reports small quarterly operating loss; commissioners to review contract
Summary
Humane Society officials told commissioners the shelter lost $3,544.97 in the fourth quarter of 2025; commissioners requested a follow-up meeting in about a month to discuss a contract and consult the Prosecutor and Sheriff.
Representatives from the Washington County Humane Society — Amy Rogers, Tracy Moore and Esther Salem — met with the Board of Commissioners on Jan. 15 to present fourth-quarter (Oct.–Dec. 2025) animal statistics and financials. The shelter reported an operating loss of $3,544.97 for the quarter.
Shelter representatives told commissioners they maintain a good working relationship with the Dog Warden and the Sheriff’s Office. President Charlie L. Schilling suggested the parties reconvene in about a month to review a contract and consult with the Prosecutor and the Sheriff.
Why it matters: the shelter provides animal-control and animal-welfare services that interface with county public-safety offices; operating deficits can affect service levels and may prompt contractual or budgetary responses.
What happens next: commissioners plan to meet again in roughly one month to review shelter contract terms and discuss next steps with the Prosecutor and Sheriff.
Authorities: the Humane Society update was an informational presentation recorded in the Commissioners' minutes; no formal fiscal appropriation or contract amendment was approved during the Jan. 15 meeting.
