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Residents demand written responses after claims of high euthanasia rates at regional shelter
Summary
A Chino resident and animal‑welfare volunteers told the council they have documented high euthanasia rates at the ARC joint‑powers shelter, asked the city for written clarification and oversight actions, and said one dog, 'Maverick,' was spared after a rescue intervened.
Several residents used the council's public‑comment period on Feb. 17 to press for transparency and funding changes at the regional animal shelter operated through a joint powers authority (ARC).
Maureen Moe Mendoza, who identified herself as a Chino resident and an advocate for animals housed at ARC, delivered a written demand for a formal, written response from the city. "This letter serves as a formal demand for written clarification regarding serious concerns," she said,…
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