Knox Officials in the Process of Finalizing Humane Society Agreement

Posted on Author Jacque Ryan

The agreement between the Humane Society and the City of Knox is nearly complete, according to Mayor Dennis Estok.

In an October meeting, Mayor Estok informed members that steps were being taken to deal with the stray animal population within the city. This agreement designates the humane society as the place to house the those animals.

During last week’s Knox City Council meeting, Mayor Estok told members that a few additions need to be made to the contract before it is finalized. He added that he will bring the agreement before the council at their next meeting since there is currently no line item for this purpose. Continue reading →

Knox City Council Meets Tonight

Posted on Author Jacque Ryan

The Knox City Council members are anticipating an update from a representative with the Starke County Economic Development Foundation when they meet tonight.

The agenda for tonight’s meeting is pretty light but Mayor Dennis Estok said during his report he will touch on a few items that have been discussed in the past such as the city’s contract with the humane society and the new bulb installation on Main Street.

Mayor Estok said he’ll also be talking to the council members about the renewal of the Parks and Recreation Department 5-year Master Plan. Continue reading →

Mayor of Knox Has Meetings Scheduled to Address Stray Animal Population

Posted on Author Jacque Ryan

Mayor of Knox Dennis Estok is scheduled to have a meeting with the Humane Society as well as the company Neuter Scooter, to discuss the stray animal population problem within the city.

He told Knox City Council members last week that he plans to draw up a contract with the Humane Society in order to have a place to take the animals that they receive calls about. He said there is a possibility they will need to hire an individual to fill the role of animal control since there is currently no one in that position. Continue reading →

Photos, Microchips Top Resources for Identifying Pet Ownership

Posted on Author WKVI

Pets can get lost, but the owner does have several resources available to prove the animal belongs to them.

That’s according to Starke County Humane Society Executive Director Shanna Lloyd.She says that if your animal is found by a shelter or an individual, using veterinary records and family photos may be your best choice for seeing the animal returned to you.
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