After years of evolution, preparation, and contribution to the community and contributions from the community, the Humane Society of Pagosa Springs is poised to take a giant leap into the future... the new Animal Shelter facilities will be built in three phases on 11.25 acres adjacent to Cloman Industrial Park at 465 Cloman Boulevard in Pagosa Springs (map):
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- Phase I consists of the construction of the first building (floor plan), a 3,000 square-foot structure to house both incoming and adoptable animals. It will meet the deadline of June 30, 2007, to vacate the current Animal Shelter facility due to the scheduled expansion of Stevens Reservoir by the Pagosa Area Water and Sanitation District (PAWS). (PAWS has granted an extension to July 20.)
- Phase II consists of the construction of the second building, a larger structure that will house the adoption and education center. Upon completion of the Phase II building, the Phase I building will be used as an isolation facility for newly acquired animals and impounded animals awaiting court resolution. (The Phase II building must be started within one year of the completion of the Phase I building to comply with a special exemption granted by the Colorado Department of Agriculture which oversees the Humane Society's operations.)
- Phase III consists of the construction of a Memorial Garden, walking trails and a dog park.
The new facilities will meet the projected animal sheltering needs for Archuleta County for approximately the next 10 years and allow for future expansion when it becomes necessary.
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