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Animal welfare

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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 7, 2026.

Public comments (3)

SupportiveJulie ClevingerOct 7, 2026

A new Ridley Township resident and former national lobbyist described trapping and fixing strays, presented a low-cost business plan with community trappers, and asked the county to support a coordinated animal welfare effort.

County Council - Oct 7, 2026 · 1:07:57 →
SupportiveRich SmallOct 7, 2026

Co-founder of Delco Loves Animals described the need for a single, well-known countywide intake hub for strays and pet-retention services, and said the county offered a building but details are needed.

County Council - Oct 7, 2026 · 1:16:27 →
ConcernedLisa SmallOct 7, 2026

Detailed the stray crisis in Chester — about 70 dogs taken in by one rescue in three months, 41 deceased dogs since January — and said Chester may need its own dedicated setup alongside a county center.

County Council - Oct 7, 2026 · 1:19:52 →