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Animal shelter

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Last discussed Feb 24, 2026.

Public comments (6)

OpposedKim PageFeb 24, 2026

Described animals fed once a day and left alone overnight with no cameras, called for money and expansion of the shelter, and said volunteers can't foster so they rescue animals themselves.

Board of Supervisors — February 24, 2026 · 1:43:14 →
ConcernedKen BunchFeb 24, 2026

Representing the Lassen Humane Society, he urged the Board to include spay-neuter in any shelter fix, noting their grant-funded program ran out last July after about 1,000 surgeries a year.

Board of Supervisors — February 24, 2026 · 1:48:11 →
OpposedKatie KuipersFeb 24, 2026

A two-year shelter volunteer detailed no owner surrenders for over a year, weekday-only hours, no social media account, and a volunteer program run on one person's business insurance.

Board of Supervisors — February 24, 2026 · 1:54:10 →
ConcernedJackie KernshawFeb 24, 2026

The SitSpot Canine Center owner and long-time volunteer coordinator described past volunteer efforts, unsafe conditions for walking dogs, no perimeter fencing, and her insurance burden covering volunteers.

Board of Supervisors — February 24, 2026 · 1:57:16 →
SupportiveLorene GuthrieFeb 24, 2026

Said she just learned of the volunteer program and pledged support for anything that helps the shelter, citing what volunteers accomplished at the dog park.

Board of Supervisors — February 24, 2026 · 2:01:15 →
ConcernedDrew DavidsonJan 13, 2026

Raised concerns about working conditions at the Lassen County Animal Shelter.

Board of Supervisors — January 13, 2026 · 0:00 →