A “New” animal shelter for Vance County is moving forward, although at a snail’s pace. Vance County Commissioners recently agreed to move forward on a new 8,000 square-foot building that is to cost between $1.1 and $1.6 million. The shelter will be built on five acres of donated land.
After much discussion and with Commissioner Deborah Brown casting the only NO vote, the project is moving forward. Commissioners have agreed to take the next step and have approved further review of plans for the new shelter.
In addition, the County is working with the U. S. Department of Agriculture to receive a 30-year loan of $1.7 million. If approved, the County will make a $17,000 contribution as a part of the USDA deal.
The current shelter was built 40 years ago and is considered to be out-dated and, with only 2,000 sq. feet, is very small relative to the current needs of the community.
The Boyd family donated the five acres three years ago and includes a sunset provision that has the property reverting back to the Boyds if construction is not started within five years of the original gift.
So far about $22,000 has been raised by active supporters and animal lovers for the new shelter. You can help by donating to the Vance County Animal Shelter. Send your tax deductible donation to the shelter at 165 Vance Academy Road, Henderson, NC 27537.
As the old saying goes, “We are closer than ever” to having a New Animal Shelter in Vance County.
