SUBJECT
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A resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas, authorizing the City Manager to submit an application to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCS) for the 2026 Grants for Shelters and Spay/Neuter Clinics - Major Capital Project Program Grant, in the total estimated amount of up to $500,000.00, with no match for the City of Laredo Public Health Department - Animal Care Services, grant period to be determined by the ASPCA upon award, and further authorizing the City Manager to execute all documents resulting from the award of this grant. Any funding as a result of this application will be appropriated in the Laredo Public Health Department Fund - 2026 Grants for Shelters and Spay/Neuter Clinics - Major Capital Projects Program Grant.
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PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
None.
BACKGROUND
The City of Laredo Public Health Department wishes to apply for grant funding through the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) under the 2026 Grants for Shelters and Spay/Neuter Clinics - Major Capital Projects program. Through this opportunity Laredo Public Health Department - Animal Care Services will be able to support the development and expansion of the City of Laredo Public Health Department's Spay and Neuter Clinic, increasing the availability of affordable sterilization services for owned pets, shelter animals, and community cats. By expanding local spay and neuter capacity, the project will help reduce pet overpopulation, decrease shelter intake, improve animal health and welfare, and promote responsible pet ownership throughout the community.
VIVA LAREDO PLAN ALIGNMENT
Alignment Rating: Strong
Supporting goal(s)/policy(ies):
• Goal 7.2: Prevent and control risks to public health and safety.
• Policy 7.2.8: Support animal population control, spay/neuter, and responsible pet ownership programs to reduce stray animal populations and zoonotic disease risks.
• Goal 7.5: Strengthen public health systems and operational capacity.
• Policy 7.5.1: Ensure Animal Care Services has the facilities, resources, and infrastructure necessary to meet community needs.
• Goal 7.6: Protect the community from environmental and public safety hazards.
• Policy 7.6.1: Support initiatives that improve animal welfare, reduce shelter overcrowding, and enhance community safety through responsible animal management.
Summary of alignment: This resolution aligns with the Viva Laredo Comprehensive Plan by supporting the expansion of the City's Animal Care Services Spay and Neuter Clinic through capital improvements that increase access to affordable sterilization services. The project will help reduce pet overpopulation, decrease shelter intake, improve animal health and welfare, and promote responsible pet ownership throughout the community. By strengthening Animal Care Services infrastructure and expanding preventive animal population management, the initiative advances the Plan's goals of protecting public health, enhancing community safety, and supporting sustainable animal welfare programs.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
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STAFF RECOMMENDATION
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Staff recommends that Council approve the Resolution.
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Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Year: 2026
Budgeted Y/N?: N/A
Source of Funds: Laredo Public Health - Animal Care Services
Account #: N/A
Change Order: Exceeds 25% Y/N: N/A
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Funds will be appropriated once awarded.