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Washington Today
By the People, for the People
Washington County Supervisors Resolve Funding Issue for PAWS Animal Shelter
The board approved an additional $6,766 to cover the shortfall in the agreed-upon funding amount.
Published on Feb. 26, 2026
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The Washington County Board of Supervisors addressed a funding discrepancy impacting the PAWS and More Animal Shelter during their regular meeting on Tuesday. It was discovered that the county had provided $26,395 to the shelter, which was nearly $7,000 below the $33,161 figure outlined in the 28E agreement between the county and the shelter. The supervisors voted to amend the current budget and approve the additional $6,766 to cover the shortfall.
Why it matters
The PAWS and More Animal Shelter is an important resource for the Washington County community, providing boarding and transportation services for animals. Ensuring the shelter receives the full, agreed-upon funding is crucial for its continued operations and ability to care for animals in the county.
The details
The fees for service section of the 28E agreement between Washington County and the PAWS and More Animal Shelter stated that the county would provide $33,161 for boarding and transportation of animals in the county for fiscal year 2025-2026. This figure is based on a rolling five-year average of animals assisted in the county's jurisdiction that is voted on by the board. However, the county had only provided $26,395 to the shelter, which Shelter Director Amber Talbot mistakenly reported as the correct amount during the annual report to the supervisors.
- The Washington County Board of Supervisors addressed the funding issue during their regular meeting on Tuesday, February 26, 2026.
- The $33,161 figure for the 2025-2026 fiscal year was based on a rolling five-year average of animals assisted in the county's jurisdiction.
The players
PAWS and More Animal Shelter
A local animal shelter that has a 28E agreement with Washington County to provide boarding and transportation services for animals in the county.
Amber Talbot
The director of the PAWS and More Animal Shelter.
Washington County Board of Supervisors
The governing body of Washington County, Iowa that oversees the county's budget and agreements with local organizations.
What they’re saying
“The fees for service section of the agreement stated that the county would provide $33,161 for boarding and transportation of animals in the county for fiscal year 2025-2026.”
— Amber Talbot, Shelter Director (kciiradio.com)
What’s next
The Washington County Board of Supervisors will continue to monitor the funding agreement with the PAWS and More Animal Shelter to ensure the shelter receives the full, agreed-upon amount in the future.
The takeaway
This incident highlights the importance of clear communication and oversight between local governments and the organizations they partner with to provide essential community services. The prompt resolution of the funding discrepancy demonstrates the county's commitment to supporting the PAWS and More Animal Shelter and ensuring its ability to care for animals in Washington County.
