PRESS RELEASES - MAY 2007

May 16, 2007

New Animal Center is Scheduled to Open in the Spring 2008
Ground Breaking Ceremony is Friday, May 18

A ground breaking ceremony for the new Animal Services Center is planned for 10 a.m. Friday, May 18 in Arlington. The address is 1000 S.E. Green Oaks Blvd., adjacent to the Southeast Branch Library and south of Interstate 20.

Friday’s program includes Arlington Mayor Robert Cluck, District 3 City Council member Robert Rivera, District 2 City Council member Sheri Capehart and members of the Animal Services Advisory Board.

When the new Animal Services Center opens in Spring 2008, it will feature new canine kennels, feline cages, and a Wellness Clinic, which will provide spaying and neutering services for adopted animals.

The 19,950 square-foot center will also have an Animal Training Room and four Meet/Greet Get Acquainted Rooms.

Environmental “green” design elements in this project include drought resistant, Texas Smartscape landscaping. Other green features include energy efficient roofing, wall insulation and sky lights with special window and entrance enhancements for better temperature control.
The Animal Services Center will be located adjacent to the planned dog park, the Southeast Branch Library and Fish Creek Linear Park. The city’s first dog park is scheduled to open later this summer.

The health and safety mission of the Community Services Department/Animal Services Division includes the eradication of rabies and the successful placement of stray and unwanted animals within the community.

The Animal Services Center is funded by bonds approved by voters in 2003 and private funding contributions from community partnerships.

Please note: Animal Services staff are scheduled to participate in Friday’s ground breaking ceremony. The Animal Services Center at 5920 W. Pioneer Parkway will close temporarily from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Arlington residents requesting field response to emergency calls for service are asked to call 9-1-1 and an Animal Services Officer will be dispatched.