12 September 14 - 20, 2023 dallasobserver.com DALLAS OBSERVER Classified | MusiC | dish | Culture | unfair Park | Contents where livestreamed video can be pivotal. “Dispatchers can see which lanes are closed and how extensive the wreck is,” he said, “which would allow them to send more resources to assist.” For Redden, the advantage of the new livestream 911 call options is a simple equation that should result in better care for residents. “Instead of having to wait for a responder to arrive, then request additional resources,” he said in the press release, “we will know sooner and can deliver those resources faster. It better informs us so that we can help our citizens more quickly, which is a win for everyone.” ▼ ANIMALS BOND MONEY FOR PUPS DALLAS ANIMAL SERVICES WANTS A NEW, MUCH LARGER SHELTER. BY JACOB VAUGHN I n 2018, Dallas established an effort called BeDallas90 with a goal of finding homes for at least 90% of the stray animals at the city’s shelter rather than euthanizing them. With the effort came a vision to lead the na- tion in compassionate care of animals and to deliver positive outcomes for all placeable pets. But the size and condition of the current shelter, constructed in 2006, is obstructing that vision. That’s why Dallas Animal Services (DAS) is advocating for a new shelter in the city’s upcoming 2024 bond package. The shelter, estimated to cost more than $114 million, would be more than twice the size of the cur- rent facility at 1818 N. Westmoreland Road. If approved, it is estimated that construction would start in December 2025. “This is a shelter that would bring us into 2050 and beyond,” MeLissa Webber, DAS di- rector, said during an Aug. 24 meeting of the city’s Animal Advisory Commission. The current shelter was primarily de- signed for animal control and housing, rather than to serve as a smoothly flowing, inviting adoption center for visitors and staff. The shelter is showing wear on its materials and equipment, and it has issues with disease control. There isn’t enough space to show and interact with adoptable pets. DAS wants a larger shelter and adoption center on a new site able to support the adoption of its over 400 animals. Webber told the Observer the proposed location for the new shelter is at the corner of West Da- vis Street and North Cockrell Hill Road in southwest Dallas. The current facility does not allow for ex- pansion, Webber said. Satellite facilities could help, but DAS wants to focus first on obtaining a larger space. This will allow for better quality of care without having to in- crease staffing. The new space would have room to grow. This year, the shelter’s live release rate has hovered around 76%, falling short of the goal of BeDallas90. The new shelter, if ap- proved, could help the city reach its BeDal- las90 goals. DAS is asking residents to reach out to their council members to voice their support for the new shelter in the upcoming bond package. Unfair Park from p10 GIVE A LITTLE. HELP A LOT. NorthTexasGivingDay.org SEPT 1-21 We bring sophistication with a twist to the metaphysical and holistic markets with products, classes and services. We have locations in Dallas, Carrollton & Frisco. www.soultopia.guru psychic Hotline Now available: 888-415-6208 Visit us: 900 W Davis St, Dallas • 3414 Midcourt Rd #100, Carrollton 7004 Lebanon Rd, STE 106, Frisco, Texas 75034 Best of Dallas 2020 awarD wiNNer D DIGITAL MARKETING ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE INTERESTED CANDIDATES PLEASE SEND YOUR COVER LETTER AND RESUME TO CHARLIE. CHARLIE. DONDLINGER @DALLASOBSERVER.COM
