05/26/2023
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City of Eugene Animal Services Budget Update:
We are pleased to share some encouraging news following last night's City of Eugene Budget Committee Meeting. Councilor Keating presented a motion to reinstate funding for the animal sheltering contract, and the motion received unanimous support from both the City Councilors and Citizen Budget Committee Members. We extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone involved, including the Councilors, Budget Committee Members, City Staff, and all those who actively participated by speaking at meetings or sending emails. Your unwavering dedication and hard work ensured the restoration of funding.
This was the first step in securing the continued strength of Eugene's animal services. Over the next month, we will work with the City to finalize the details and identify any potential gaps. Fortunately, the City was able to reallocate unused funds to restore the necessary funding while minimizing the impact on other programs. However, it's important to note that this was a temporary solution to sustain the community's needs for the next two years. During the upcoming 12 to 24 months, we aim to work with City staff and leadership to establish a permanent funding solution.
Please take a moment to express your gratitude by sending a note of thanks to your City Councilor or the Budget Committee. Additionally, please take some time for yourself to cherish the companionship of your animals and reflect upon this accomplishment. The past few months have been emotionally challenging, filled with uncertainty. Nevertheless, we can rest a bit easier knowing that we are once again moving in the right direction.