CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas \u2014 Corpus Christi Animal Care Services is getting a major facelift as part of the city\u2019s midyear budget adjustment, with construction aimed at improving comfort for both animals and staff.<\/p>\n
City officials said five roofs have already been replaced across the facility, and work is now underway to install a new HVAC system in Kennel Three by February. That area includes two separate sections \u2014 one with 20 kennels and another quarantine area with 20 more.<\/p>\n
The administration building is also slated for mechanical, electrical and plumbing upgrades beginning in January.<\/p>\n
Animal Care Services Director Kathleen Chapa said the improvements are part of a pilot program approved by City Council earlier this year.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis is a pilot program that was approved by City Council, and so we are working with the designers, the contractors, our engineers, and we are getting it done,\u201d Chapa said. \u201cIf it works the way we think it will, then hopefully in the future we will ask for funding to get further A\/C units put in.\u201d<\/p>\n
In addition to the upgrades, Animal Care Services is actively recruiting volunteers and foster families to help more pets find homes. To celebrate the improvements and encourage adoptions, the shelter will host a free adoption event on Halloween night.<\/p>\n
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