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Commissioner Hovis - Police Department (Animal Care and Enforcement) - To Accept and Appropriate Donations Received from The Bissell Pet Foundation for “Empty the Shelters” Event in the Amount of $1,450.00
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STAFF CONTACT
Chief S.M. Zill - Gaston County Police Department - 704-866-3321
BUDGET IMPACT
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General Fund: Increase donation revenues by $1,450.00 and appropriate $1,450.00 into the Miscellaneous Supplies/ Expense account. No additional County funds needed.
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BACKGROUND
The Gaston County Animal Care and Enforcement has received a donation in the amount of $1,450.00. Bissell Pet Foundation sponsors the “Empty the Shelters” events throughout the year to help offset the cost of pet adoptions. An event was held on December 1, 2024 through December 17, 2024 and resulted in over 89,000 animals being adopted nationwide. Animal Care and Enforcement request these funds be accepted and transferred.
POLICY IMPACT
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ATTACHMENTS
Budget Change Request (BCR), Bissell Pet Foundation Letter, and Donation Letter Request