LAWRENCE COUNTY - SEPTEMBER 19, 2022 - The White River Humane Society has requested the City of Bedford to increase its contribution from $24,000 a year to $52,000 a year.
The Board of Works tabled the request until the Bedford City Council is held Monday night at 7:00 p.m.
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The White River Humane Society provided a breakdown of costs of service at their facilities, and number of cats and dogs the shelter takes in every year.
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Costs of preparing cats - 26 cats - $ 45,150.39
Total payroll per day - including kennel techs, and managers - $680
Gross payroll for 2021 - $165, 752.42
Yearly Medical supplies - $29,571.68
Yearly Utilities - $12,776.46
Yearly Insurance - $7,541
Animal food and litter - $2,501.73
Vet Services - $41,523. 73
Costs of preparing a dog - $28,598.05
Auto expenses - $60
Auto repairs - $2,528.63
Building repairs - $911.43
Equipment repairs - $633.53
Fencing - $7,600
Computers - $1,541
Kennel Balance - $6,625
Galvanizing Dog Kennels - $5,215.
Water Heater - $673
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