Humane Society asks Washington County for triple increase in monthly support
Humane Society representatives told commissioners the shelter needs $15,000 per month (up from $5,000) and provided a per-dog cost estimate of $19.31 per day; commissioners said they will review the budget and suggested seeking contributions from Marietta and Belpre.
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Representatives of the Washington County Humane Society asked the Board of County Commissioners on Aug. 27, 2026 to increase the county’s monthly contribution from $5,000 to $15,000.
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