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Summerland considers axing animal control contract

Doug Patan proposed ending Summerland's animal control contract during a council meeting on March 25.
The proposal includes eliminating dog license fees and amending the Responsible Dog Ownership Bylaw, potentially saving approximately $55,000.
Summerland staff will report back with options for animal control services by June 30, including possible service reductions or in-house management.
Patan noted the community supports service cost reductions that may relate to property tax decreases.

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Summerland considers axing animal control contract

Estimated savings would come to $55,000 a year

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Re-evaluating dog catchers in the era of Facebook

District of Summerland council has rejected a proposal to eliminate its animal control department – which is currently provided by contracted staff from the City of Penticton – in a cost-cutting measure that would save local taxpayers roughly $90,000 annually.

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City of Neosho addresses animal control concerns – Newstalk KZRG

NEOSHO, MO — The City of Neosho would like to provide residents with an update regarding Animal Control services within the city limits. Over the past several months, area animal shelters have suspended animal intake due to ongoing capacity issues. As a result, the City made the decision not to fill the Animal Control Officer position at this time. Without shelter intake options, the City is unable to fulfill the full scope of the position’s res…

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