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Kent County/SPCA Spat

Friday, August 10, 2012 11:43 AM

JodySweeney

Join Date: 03/07/2012

Posts: 130

Kent County/SPCA Spat

The new number to call for Dog Contol is 674-8686.  I was mistaken in that I thought it was a " Levy Court" number that Safe Haven would answer.  It is a Safe Haven "Kent County" number that a Safe Haven employee will answer.  No County employees are assisting Safe Haven.

As far as bankruptcy is concerned, I repeated that from talking to Board Members.  After this discussion, I went back to them and asked again.  One did say bankruptcy, the other said "very close to going under".  The one said that they told me they came close to filing bankruptcy.  In either case, they did not file bankruptcy.  

As I understand it, Mr. Usilton is doing a good job of getting their finances under control.  I have stated in the past that an organization that "Prevents Cruelty to Animals" is very much needed and the SPCA has been that organization for a long time.

Folks, it is time to move forward to other issues.  Dog Control is being handled until the State Taskforce rules or the County goes out with another bid. Animal control is being handed by the SPCA, DNREC, or the State Police.  

We have HOA changes, Stormwater District discussions on the 21st.  I have requested a new Committee on Aging that will help Levy Court to make changes to  just about every thing we do to help the aging population of Kent County.

I thank those of you who have been and continue to be avid supporters and those who are simply concerned about animal control in our County.  We continue to do what we can within our budget to assist with that effort. 
Friday, August 10, 2012 04:39 PM

Last Conservative Republican

Join Date: 07/02/2012

Posts: 416

Kent County/SPCA Spat

You spread so much misinformation about Dog Control, I can hardly wait to see what you do with HOA issues and the Council on Aging.  It should be a circus of enormous proportions.
Tuesday, September 11, 2012 07:42 PM

tspong

Join Date: 04/06/2010

Posts: 972

Kent County/SPCA Spat

    Copied below is a letter to the editor submitted to the Delaware State News. You can post your opinions by clicking on "Reply."

 

    To All Concerned Parties:

    It’s great that the governor signed Senate Bill 211 (Tethering of Dogs). However, what “animal-law-enforcement group” is supposed “enforce” this law? The state passed the law requirements and only gave $6,000 to enforce it statewide. Peanuts! So, the counties are saying they can’t afford this. Why isn’t the state stepping up to help more? The Delaware CAPA – Animal Welfare Task Force – left that part out. Originally the “Tether Bill” included “No tethering 11 p.m. to 6 a.m.” Someone removed that. Why? That was enforceable.

    Kent County SPCA is trying to do this with limited funds. Now they have to “beg” the public for money. [“Overburdened Kent SPCA seeking financial help,” article, Sept. 10]

    I’m surprised that more people (in Kent County) aren’t upset and protesting that Kent County Levy Court has taken the animal-control contract away from Kent County SPCA and given it to a Sussex County animal group (named Safe Haven).

    Are we all so content and snug in our own little worlds that we don’t care what is going on around us? Our “best friends” are being left behind. Kent County Levy Court says, “This is because Kent County SPCA asked for more funds for the animals.” So what? I’m sure they needed more money.

    In the meantime, what is Safe Haven doing? Do they have a building in Kent County? Do they have arrest powers and the four enforcement officers they were going to hire? Do they have an “open-door policy” to the public? Other shelters do; maybe Kent Levy Court employees (who are chasing dogs) should be charged to enforce Title 9.

    Wake up, people in Kent County, Delaware. These are your animals.

    Barbara Jackson

    Milford
Tuesday, September 11, 2012 08:28 PM

Last Conservative Republican

Join Date: 07/02/2012

Posts: 416

Kent County/SPCA Spat

Ask Jody Sweeney and Levy Court.  They are the ones afraid to say no to Markell.  Remember that in November when they are up for election.
Tuesday, September 11, 2012 08:42 PM

get_involved_de

Join Date: 11/25/2009

Posts: 38

Kent County/SPCA Spat

yes, please ask commissioner sweeney.  He was the only one who was looking out for the money, our tax dollars.  Good for him!  He was the only one who answered concerns about animal control.  Good for him!  Who cares who has the contract as long as the job is done, and my call to the new company this past weekend went rght through.  Good for him!  Vote for Jody Sweeney for Levy Court.  Good for us!

 

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