Moving forward, citizens of Christian, Trigg and Todd County should expect all fees to increase at the Christian County Regional Animal Shelter.
During Tuesday morning’s fiscal court meeting, magistrates approved for an enhanced schedule to be implemented — following general recommendations from both the Animal Shelter and Budget committees.
Squire George Barnett offered some context on the decision.
Details on the price changes were revealed by Animal Shelter officials after the meeting:
As of April 9, adult canine adoption fees are $115, puppy adoption fees are $110, feline adoption fees are $75, reclaim fees are $20/day for every day the animal is on site weekends and holidays included, and microchips at adoption events will be $15. All of these prices include taxes.
Furthermore, all puppies and kittens at two pounds or eight weeks old will now stay for spay or neuter.
In 2008, it was $49 to adopt a dog, and $44 to adopt a cat — with those fees going toward spaying, neutering, licenses and vaccinations.
Judge-Executive Jerry Gilliam called it a “Band-aid for a severe hemorrhage,” and that the service has to be maintained for the community.
Squire Russ Guffey urged for pet owners to continue spaying and neutering their pets.
In other court news:
— Prior to the meeting, Gilliam, Hopkinsville Mayor J.R. Knight and Oak Grove Mayor Jackie Oliver joined together for a pair of proclamations, recognizing “Month of the Military Child” through the Christian County Military Affairs Committee.
Several children were in attendance before returning to their Purple Star Schools, and officials assured that Christian County remains in full support of Fort Campbell and its families.
— A busy community calendar is up ahead for Christian County.
a) Guffey noted that the next Eye-Opener Breakfast is scheduled for 7:30 AM Thursday at the Silos, and will focus on Industry Appreciation.
b) From 4:30-8 PM April 19, officials with Gordon Park in Crofton will be hosting this month’s fish fry. It’s $14 a plate, and Magistrate John Bruce warned the meal was so good, there wouldn’t be much left after 7 PM. Running once a month from April to October, all proceeds go toward the betterment of those facilities.
Gilliam agreed with Bruce.
b) On April 20, Squire Maggie Ferguson said that a Human Rights Commission “Fair Housing Workshop” is planned to take place from 8 AM until 1 PM at the PADD Office Board Room located at 300 Hammond Drive. Sponsored by U.S. Bank and the Hopkinsville-Christian & Todd County Realtor Association, it’s free to anyone looking rent, buy or manage property, as well as any interested real estate agents, lenders and social service organizations. Registration is required, since seating is limited.
c) Annual Hopkinsville Rotary Auction remains on track for April 22-27, and will focus on raising funds for youth and education.
Gilliam added that his, along with the treasurer’s, office will be involved.
— Held at Hopkinsville Elevator’s spare lot, Gilliam said recent Tire Amnesty efforts were wildly successful. In conjunction with PADD and solid waste management, an estimated 50,000 tires of all types were returned for recycling purposes.
He said it was a continuous mountain of tires.
— Squires also approved a 2022 state and local cybersecurity grant, a warranty and enhancement permit for Taylor Road, as well as election officer pay for $285 per election cycle.
