HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOM 0193.011 2024-2026From: Darcy May
Sent: Tuesday, April 1, 2025 2:02 PM
To: Council Testimony
Subject: Reference Resolution # 115-25
Dear County Council,
I am in great support of Reference Resolution # 115-25 as our island is in great need of funding to support the much
needed care and humane management of the growing overpopulation of homeless and stray cats in our communities.
I've lived in Kona for over twenty years and have observed the population of strays explode since the Humane Society no
longer offered frequent and affordable spay and neutering for cats and dogs. Also lacking in our communities is adequate
and effective outreach of education about the importance of spay/ neutering of pets and strays, and relaying how to
contact the various resources for assistance with their pets and/or strays. Very few individuals can afford the ever
increasing costs for a private The average cost for a private Veterinarian fee of upwards of $400 not including mandatory
$80 exam. The wait times are also excessive and can be 3-4 months. Also our island is a tourist destination. Nobody
wants to see sickly, starving, homeless cats begging for food and care while trying to enjoy their vacations. I hope our
island will follow the examples of countries such as Greece and Japan. Individuals, businesses, non -profits, and
volunteers all work together to keep their strays and pets healthy and the populations under control. These programs
need your support.
Sincerely,
Darcy May
Kailua-Kona, HI
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