LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) — The Eaton County Animal Management Workplace is struggling after a millage failed in Might, with almost 57% of voters rejecting the proposal.
Eaton County says the Animal Management Workplace is working at a severely restricted capability as a result of ongoing workers scarcity. Presently, just one officer is liable for all shelter operations, street responses, and workplace duties.
That single officer is usually liable for sustaining the constructing, caring for animals, and finishing paperwork.
With the shelter at full capability and Animal Management with out officers to ship out, Eaton County Sheriff Tom Reich says the neighborhood might want to depend on native police departments for his or her wants.
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“We understand this is distressing for residents and communities who rely on these vital services and causes further capacity issues for surrounding shelters,” mentioned Eaton County in a information launch despatched to six Information.
The county is working with native municipalities, regulation enforcement companions, and the State of Michigan to resolve these ongoing points.
Moreover, the county doesn’t have a balanced price range past September 30, 2025, alluding to extra monetary points sooner or later
The county has shared tips about what you are able to do in the event you discover a stray canine:
If the canine is just not aggressive and poses no risk, examine for a collar or tags, try and find the proprietor by posting on local people pages and social media, and stroll the neighborhood the place you discovered the canine. Most veterinarians also can examine discovered pets for microchips.
Don’t method aggressive animals or try and take custody of canines concerned in bites. These animals have to be reported to Central Dispatch 9-1-1 instantly.
When you select to take custody of a stray canine briefly, guarantee it’s safe and secure from hurt and file a discovered report with Animal Management’s workplace. We additionally encourage homeowners of lacking pets to file a misplaced report to assist facilitate reunions.
Please proceed to name Central Dispatch in the event you want regulation enforcement help regarding home animals.
Don’t try and drop off animals on the shelter. Hours of operation will fluctuate considerably as a result of availability of our one Officer.
(Picture: Eaton County)
(Picture: Eaton County)
“We recognize this is not a sustainable or acceptable state of operation. That’s why we will continue to pursue external support and long-term restructuring to restore and stabilize animal control services. However, there are no guarantees as to the future of the service,” mentioned Eaton County in a information launch despatched to six Information.
Residents can help the operations of Eaton County Animal Management by sending donations to 756 Courthouse Drive, Charlotte, MI 48813.
