Agenda 02/11/2025 Item # 4A (Proclamation - Domestic Animal Services Achievements)PROCLAMATION
WHEREAS, the dedicated volunteers of DAS work tirelessly to facilitate the adoption of homeless
animals, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to their health and welfare; and
WHEREAS, DAS Volunteers come to care for the animals in all weather conditions, including heat,
rain, and wind, ensuring that every animal receives the exercise and socialization they
need; and
WHEREAS, DAS Volunteers open their homes to foster animals requiring medical attention, recovery
from surgery, stress relief, and even hospice care; and
WHEREAS, DAS Volunteers invest significant time with potential adopters to ensure the best match for
both the pet and the family; and
WHEREAS, DAS Volunteers provide invaluable assistance in our veterinary clinic, helping with
medications, surgical preparations, and overall care to our most needy; and
WHEREAS, DAS Volunteers transport animals to rescues across Florida and nationally, expanding
their chances for a better future; and
WHEREAS, DAS Volunteers offer shadow training to new volunteers after orientation, welcoming
them into the DAS Volunteer Family; and
WHEREAS, DAS volunteers play a crucial role in providing enrichment, toys, grooming and care for
all the animals at DAS. They support not only those in our adoption areas but also
underage animals in the nursery and nervous animals in our decompression spaces; and
WHEREAS, DAS Volunteers assist with events and education outreach, assisting the Collier County
community and promoting Domestic Animal Services;
NOW THEREFORE, be it proclaimed by the Board of County Commissioners of Collier County, Florida
that the Board extends its heartfelt congratulations to the DAS Volunteers; may they be
recognized as exemplary volunteers who consistently go above and beyond to find loving
homes for homeless animals.
DONE AND ORDERED THIS 11th Day of February 2025.
Board of County Commissioners
Collier County, Florida
Burt L. Saunders, Chairman
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