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Jefferson County animal shelter project moves forward; volunteers seek riverboat funds and a $72,000 grant

Jefferson County Board of Commissioners · April 17, 2026
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County staff and shelter advocates reported progress on site planning and an estimated $2.2 million project value including land and equipment; the Friends group plans to ask county council for riverboat funds for small projects and will apply for a $72,000 community foundation grant.

Representatives working on Jefferson County’s new animal shelter told commissioners April 16 that site and design work are progressing and that offers from IvyTech (land and equipment) bring the project close to an estimated $2.2 million in combined value.

Staff said architect Bill Carr has submitted questions needed for materials selection and that a small topographic and utility survey…

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