Proposition B
Animal Shelter
Proposition B - Animal Shelter
$8,400,000
9,296 square feet with:
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Additional and functional kennels for both dogs and cats.
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Meet and greet space.
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Examination and training rooms.
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Outdoor shaded kennel space, and exercise yard.
The proposed facility will be planned to manage phased growth and plan for build-out.
Location: City-owned property on the northeast corner of the President George Bush Turnpike and Miller Heights (next to the proposed Public Safety facility).
Strengthen Neighborhood Livability
Strategic Priority
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Animal Services maintains an exemplary 95% live release rate (99% dogs and 89% cats)
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The shelter has been at Code Red status for dogs since March 2022. Code Red is reached when there are 18 dogs (or more) at the shelter.
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In FY 2022, there were approximately 40 animals in foster care. This is a key factor in maintaining our exemplary live release rate.
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Approximately 60% of the US population owns at least one animal.
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Current Animal Shelter:
• City of Rowlett Animal Services is located at 4402 Industrial Street.
• 3,944 square feet.
• Built in 1997.
• 24 dog kennels and 4 quarantine kennels.
• One cat room.
• Minor renovations performed in 2020 to better utilize space.
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