Laura Ariel, Director of the Vincennes Animal Shelter, went before the Knox County Council Tuesday evening to request $20,000 to help add on to the city’s animal shelter.
Ariel is requesting $20,000 from both the Knox County and Vincennes City Councils to help fund the $100,000 project. $60,000 has already been provided through a private grant.
The animal shelter was built approximately 20 years ago and though they are funded through the city, Ariel says the shelter provides services for the whole county.
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Ariel says the construction plans include adding on 800 square feet of space. Ariel is looking to build a new reception area, add an updated exam room, and a multipurpose room that can be used for various functions such as meetings, tours, and training.
Ariel will present her plans to the city council in two weeks.