PROFESSIONAL_SERVICESRECOMMENDED

Shelton City Council Agenda Packet 2026-05-19

City Proposes Humane Society Animal Services Contract

$202,015.49 annually in 2026 with 5% annual increase; plus $4,804 initial facility alterations; additional fees for legal-hold animals and pet licensesCity of SheltonMASON COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETYMay 19, 2026

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Description

Shelton staff presented a proposed three-year agreement with the Mason County Humane Society to assume animal control, pet licensing, and shelter operations starting in 2026 at an initial annual cost of $202,015.49 plus facility alterations. Resolution No. 1435-0426 is slated for June 2, 2026 action to authorize the City Manager to sign the contract.

Contract Details

Contract Amount

$202,015.49 annually in 2026 with 5% annual increase; plus $4,804 initial facility alterations; additional fees for legal-hold animals and pet licenses

Vendor

MASON COUNTY HUMANE SOCIETY

Agency

City of Shelton, WA

Contract Type

PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES

Document Date

May 19, 2026

Contract Term

Three-year agreement beginning June 1, 2026; services anticipated to start August 1, 2026; terminable with 180-day notice or 30-day notice for uncured breach

Renewal Date

2029-05-31

Renewal Info

Initial three-year term beginning June 1, 2026, with options for renewal by mutual agreement and termination allowed with 180 days’ notice or 30 days for uncured breach. Annual contract amount escalates by 5% per year after 2026.