Plans are in progress for updates to the Texarkana, Texas animal holding facility. The city is working alongside architects with Shelter Planners of American out of Arlington, Texas to generate floor plans to renovate the current building. The architect group, known nationwide for their experience and expertise in updating and building animal shelters, recently met with city staff to present their recommendations.
Due to the City’s limited capacity to hold dogs, and inability to take in cats, a need for upgrades to the current facility was identified. The restructured space will have kennels for 24 dogs and 24 cats along with expanded quarantine quarters. An exterior facelift is planned, and includes painting, extending walkways and repairing fences.
The City’s fiscal year 2023-2024 proposed budget has $450,000 allotted to make the proposed updates, and they are working with private donors to secure additional money needed to fund the project.
