Shelter Advocates Push for Animal Care | Tampa News

Animal advocates in Hillsborough County are rallying to upgrade a decades-old, poorly maintained pet shelter—just as the county moves forward with an $800 million Rays stadium project. With nearly 6,000 petition signatures and firsthand tours planned for commissioners, they’re demanding the shelter’s needs aren’t overshadowed by flashy spending. Officials insist no funding cuts are on the table, but are exploring bond options to fund the upgrades ahead of the September 24 budget vote—leaving the fate of the animals’ care in the hands of elected leaders. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b98e2bcb142e6cf7