Fulton County overhauls animal control and shelter operations

Fulton County leaders are moving ahead with changes in how animal control services are handled in its 15 cities and unincorporated areas.

Why it matters: The revamp comes months after a woman was mauled to death in Union City by at least one dog.

  • The case, the AJC reports, highlighted how poorly local police and Lifeline Animal Project staff handled the case.

The latest: Fulton County Commissioners last week approved contract changes with Lifeline Animal Project, which manages Fulton County Animal Services.

  • The new contract, which takes effect Jan. 1 and is now valued at $7.4 million, calls…

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