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Town of Hempstead Animal Shelter Operations and Staffing

The Town Board approved a 90-day consulting contract for activist Diane Madden to help place shelter animals with rescues. Dozens of volunteers and advocates strongly opposed the hire during public comment, citing past criticism and a lack of a competitive bidding process.

22 mentionsLast discussed Sep 9, 2026