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1. Who is responsible for managing the Weatherford / Parker County Animal Shelter?

The City of Weatherford is responsible for managing the operation of the animal shelter.

2. Who pays the employees who work at the shelter?

The employees who manage and operate the shelter are City of Weatherford staff who are paid by the City of Weatherford.

3. Does Parker County have any employees that work animal control?

Parker County employs animal control officers who respond to animal control calls in the unincorporated areas of Parker County.

4. How much does Parker County pay the City of Weatherford to contract with the shelter for services?

Parker County paid $370,261 to the City of Weatherford for animal shelter services for the 2010 / 2011 fiscal year. While the amount budgeted by the county for this current fiscal year is $433,000 it is anticipated the actual cost will not exceed the amount paid last year and it could be lower.