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We've said before how all donations to local government sponsored animal shelters are appreciated, but they shouldn't be depended upon to run an operation. A shelter may not have funds for the five or ten surgeries an injured animal may need, but it should have the money to purchase such staples as cat litter.
Yet both Lauderdale and Colbert Shelters regularly request specific donations of basic supplies. This is especially true of Colbert. We hope all our readers will come through for the shelter, but that does not absolve the county commission from its duty.
Not to be a Devil's Advocate, but is there the possibility that part of the problems experienced are due to poor management on the Shelter's part ? Yes, like many Animal Facilities around the planet, it's a tough, expensive job taking care of lots of furry friends, but perhaps it's a little too easy to accept lots of donations, especially during the holidays, and then be broke again soon after. Is this a pattern ? Is this an intentional pattern ? How are the donations (Cash & Materials) accounted for ? Are donations included in audits ? What part does the Animal Control Board play ? Not pointing fingers - trying to open a few eyes. Shouldn't this be considered ?
ReplyDeleteWhy not simply enforce/act on existing laws? Why 'warn' same people 4-5x for same infractions?
ReplyDeleteThey could fully support the shelter's monthly overhead simply by picking up loose dogs in Rivermont and The Village in Sheffield. As a matter of fact, I have at least a $1000 worth of fines wandering around on my street right now.