Although a date is not yet set, a grand opening for the new DeKalb Animal Coalition Shelter is coming soon.
Finishing touches are being made to the building located on a four acre site near the solid waste transfer station, behind Tenneco off of Highway 70 east.
During last Monday night’s meeting, the Smithville aldermen voted to set the pay of Megan Moore, the new director for the animal shelter at $15.00 per hour. Moore was hired by the aldermen in August but they had not officially set her pay at that time.
Moore was recommended for the job by the board of directors for the DeKalb Coalition for the Humane Treatment of Animals, which will oversee the operation of the shelter.
A city employee, Moore will have a part time assistant, although that position has not yet been filled.
Speaking with WJLE last week, Moore said volunteers and donations are needed to support the animal shelter.
“As always, we appreciate your donations. We accept monetary donations as well and encourage you to sign up as a volunteer. Thank you for supporting the DeKalb Animal Coalition Shelter”, she said
“All items may be dropped off at 129 Braswell Lane in Smithville or you may call 615-464-8701 and we will make arrangements to meet you at the shelter,” added Moore.
Donation Supply List Needed:
Dog Food** Dry, Canned, Adult, Puppy
Cat Food** Dry, Canned, Adult, Kitten
Cat Litter
Litter Boxes (not large ones)
Cloth Towels
Newspaper
New / Gently Used Toys
New / Gently Used Leashes & Collars
Paper Towels
Laundry Detergent
Dryer Sheets
TWO 100ft Garden Hoses with Nozzles
**Preferred Brands- Purina, Eukanuba, Beneful, Pedigree, Iams, Hills Science Diet
The shelter will serve as a permanent and safe location for neglected, abandoned and abused animals; to provide an alternative low-kill policy so these animals receive medical attention, reduce overpopulation, and be cared for until they can be placed in permanent homes.
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