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Animal shelter seeks phased remediation after structural and pest problems; county weighs funding options
Summary
Animal Control Executive Director Laurie Miller reported a mouse problem revealed broader structural issues that may require a phased six-month remediation costing from $8,000 to $90,000; the court discussed prorating county support and Miller said she may pursue a capital campaign.
Animal Control Executive Director Laurie Miller told the Fiscal Court the shelter currently houses 60 dogs and 16 cats and described intake and outcome statistics for the prior month (25 animals entered; 22 left; 8 adoptions; 6 reclaimed; 5 transferred; 1 euthanized). Miller said a mouse remediation project uncovered structural integrity concerns that affect animal and staff safety and will require phased work over roughly six months.
Miller reported quotes for remediation ranging from $8,000 to $90,000 and said most of the cost is associated with removing and replacing insulation. "What we thought was a manageable pest problem has revealed bigger implications as far as structural integrity and the safety of both animals and staff," Miller said. She asked the court to consider funding options; Judge Schneider suggested determining the percentage of building occupancy used by Animal Control and applying that percentage to costs as one funding approach. Miller said she is open to creative solutions and is considering a capital campaign for a new facility given the building's age.
The court did not authorize a specific funding amount at the meeting; members discussed potential approaches and asked staff to develop cost-sharing options.
