Hardin County Animal Control Committee

Phase I of motivating Hardin County government to return to animal control is now complete, thanks to the efforts of all the folks who have helped keep the animal situation here in the county front and center in the minds of the people and in The Courier for the last 6 months.

A special thanks is in order for the folks at The Courier for providing the continued exposure for the issue by putting out stories and article virtually every week and to Brad Silliman for his contributions of both paid ads and editorial articles. But we’re not done yet, by a long shot.

Now that the County Commission has approved the appointment of a Hardin County Animal Control Committee that has been charged to expedite the conceptual plans for the local governments role in moving forward with a comprehensive plan for animal management in the county we should see some significant progress over the next few months.

The members of the Animal Control Committee are as follows:

Representing the County - Commissioners White, McFalls and Coleman.
Representing the City of Savannah - Mayor Shutt, Mr. Lerry Arendall and a yet to be designated City Commissioner.
Representing Horse CreekWildlife Sanctuary and Animal Refuge - Mr. Ron Pickard.
Representing Hardin Metro SPCA - Mr. Chris Jerrolds
Representing the County Health Department/Veterinarians - Dr. Don Edwards, D.V.N.

Let's wish these folks God's speed and provide them with any assistance they may ask for or need.

Respectfully submitted for your consideration,


Ted