Ellis County is finally building a new animal shelter in the northern part of the county to take the pressure off our overcrowded facilities. It’s a much-needed upgrade that will help get more pets off the streets and into safe spaces.
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Rising — being discussed more frequently. 1 mention in the last 30 days, 1 the 60 before.
The study will cost $14,500, which represents 50% of the total cost.
Residents and pet owners across the county will benefit from improved animal control and safety.
Residents concerned about the influence of corporate donors on local government policy.
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The county is exploring a regional animal shelter with local cities. Residents are pushing for immediate action and better stakeholder input.
The county is accepting a $15 million donation from Compass Data Centers to build a new animal shelter. Residents are divided, with some welcoming the much-needed facility and others concerned about the potential for a 'quid pro quo' arrangement.
The county is partnering with the City of Waxahachie to study the feasibility of a new animal shelter. This is a first step toward solving the long-standing issue of stray animals and lack of adequate shelter facilities in the county.
A new animal shelter will open in North Ellis County Waxahachie 360
ELLIS COUNTY – PRNewswire reported last week Compass Datacenters has committed $15-million to build a new Ellis County animal shelter. Compass Datacenters was nearby local rescue volunteers who stepped up last year and tirelessly opened their homes to keep Ellis County animals safe. The issue became dire when the SPCA of Texas closed its Ellis County regional care center on April 15. Ellis County Judge John Wray said when the SPCA pulled its contract last year, the community was left with no options.