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Homeward seeks $60,000 from county for operations and shelter capital campaign
Summary
Homeward asked Cass County for $10,000 in operating support and $50,000 toward a capital campaign for a new shelter after reporting rising animal intakes and projected adoption increases; commissioners approved the request.
Tasha (speaker 2), representing Homeward Animal Shelter, asked the commission for $10,000 in operating support and $50,000 earmarked for a capital campaign toward a new facility.
She said the organization handled just under 1,400 animal intakes in 2024 and nearly 1,600 adoptions in 2025, with a projected 15% increase in adoptions for 2026—growth that raises veterinary and operating costs. Tasha described an active capital search: the group is considering purchasing an existing warehouse-style building with three parcels (building and parking plus an off-leash area) that would be more cost-effective to renovate than building new. Commissioners asked about acreage and whether the City of Fargo provides support; Tasha said the city does not currently fund Homeward.
After questions and discussion, a motion to include the requested appropriation in the county budget passed by roll call.
