Learn how an $8-million investment will improve animal care, shelter operations and support the employees and volunteers who serve our community.
Post Date:08/06/2026 3:46 PM
We're making an $8 million investment in renovations and upgrades to our Animal Protection Services (APS) facility, reinforcing our commitment to enhancing animal welfare and expanding our ability to provide safe, effective care for animals in our community.
The approved construction project reflects collaboration and feedback from employees and volunteers with Animal Protection Services, the Office of Public Response, Community Development and Services and Public Works.
Together, we evaluated multiple design options to prioritize improvements that strengthen animal care, support our employees and volunteers, enhance daily operations and maximize the project's designated budget.
Enhancing Animal Care and Shelter Operations
The renovation project will expand our ability to provide quality care through new dog and cat quarantine areas, a dedicated dog isolation area and a new isolation play yard.
Our medical facilities will also receive significant upgrades, including a medical suite that is nearly twice the size of the current space and a new recovery suite directly connected to the medical area.
Additional improvements include replacement kennels in the north and south wings, sewer system upgrades to enhance sanitation and streamline kennel cleaning, and new dog and cat impound rooms with direct exterior access to improve animal movement and safety.
Supporting Our Team
The project also includes renovations to staff restrooms and laundry facilities, along with a new volunteer locker room to better support the employees and volunteers who care for animals every day.
The approved plan also repurposes an existing City facility to create dedicated office space for Animal Protection Officers and the Public Response Team instead of constructing a new building. Relocating Animal Protection Officers to the nearby facility will provide the space needed for the medical expansion and other shelter upgrades.
To ensure we continue providing essential services throughout construction, temporary animal housing and workspace for shelter medical staff will be provided at a nearby City facility.
