The homeless and feral cat population is at crisis levels. Fresno TNR is truly making a difference but this is still a monumental undertaking.Please see that funds are allocated for these volunteer organizations. Without intervention the cat population will continue to grow rapidly.
I have experienced and witnessed 1st hand the cat/kitten population. Three months I have spent TNR, and watched many doing same. The budget funds must help this situation in our cities and counties, it’s humane for all animals to have TNR funding and or low costs to do. I have spent a month of social security payments to address helping feral community.
To the Honorable Members of the Fresno City Council,
I am contacting you today to strongly advocate for expanded spay and neuter funding within the upcoming Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget.
Prioritizing spay and neuter services is a proven strategy for managing pet overpopulation and reducing the number of homeless animals entering our local shelters. By funding proactive prevention now, the City can significantly lower long-term taxpayer expenses related to emergency animal sheltering and public safety enforcement.
I fully endorse Councilmember Annalisa Perea’s motion to bolster the spay and neuter budget and urge the City to implement a permanent, increased annual funding stream for these essential programs.
Thank you for prioritizing animal welfare and fiscal responsibility in Fresno by supporting this funding increase.
This funding is needed to help save these animals lives. Many rescues including Fresno TNR actively work together to spay/neuter the stray animals and give them medical attention needed. Fosters also help to socialize and care for the ones they can to get them off the streets and in living homes.
Thank you for your continued service to our community. I am writing to urge the City Council to increase funding and support for Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) programs.
As a volunteer with Fresno TNR, I have seen firsthand how TNR reduces homeless cat populations and improves outcomes for animals in our city. TNR is a humane, proven approach that stabilizes community cat populations, reduces shelter overcrowding, and saves taxpayer dollars by decreasing the number of animals entering shelters.
Fresno continues to face challenges with stray and feral cat populations. Additional funding would allow Fresno Animal Center, local rescue groups, and TNR volunteers to increase spay and neuter services, provide vaccinations and basic medical care, and reduce shelter intake. By investing in these programs, the City can create a more effective and sustainable approach to managing Fresno’s homeless cat population.
I respectfully ask the City Council to prioritize increased funding for TNR programs in the upcoming budget. Together, we can improve animal welfare and make Fresno a healthier, more compassionate community.
Sincerely,
Cindy Curry
Fresno Resident and Fresno TNR Volunteer
I appreciated hearing from the Director of the Fresno Animal Center and from the community several weeks ago. As a volunteer with a rescue, I see firsthand how urgently Fresno needs stronger spay and neuter programs. With the help of rescue and Fresno TNR, I have been able to trap, spay and neuter and stabilize the dumped, forgotten cats in the greenbelt behind my house along with fostering and caring for cats and kittens preparing for adoption.
With matching support from partners like Dogwood, the impact of this investment grows even stronger. This is a moment where smart, compassionate action can create long‑term change. This is one of the most effective and humane ways to reduce stray populations, prevent injuries, and ease the burden on our shelters. When funding can be matched by partners like Dogwood, the impact is even greater.
I respectfully ask for your support in increasing funding for Fresno’s spay and neuter programs so we can create a healthier, more sustainable future for our community and its animals.
I live in the Lowell neighborhood and experience stray cats and dogs on a daily basis. Because of the spay and neuter program I was able to fix two of those strays, that are now family.
Please expand spay and neuter funding within the upcoming Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget.
I fully endorse Councilmember Annalisa Perea’s motion to bolster the spay and neuter budget and urge the City to implement a permanent, increased annual funding stream for these essential programs.
Please don’t turn your back on the urgent necessity for additional funding to help control the severe overpopulation of unwanted animals. Step into the local shelters and they’re ALWAYS at capacity and unable to take in strays. It’s heartbreaking is so many ways.
Los Angeles and Fresno have the largest over population of cats. We urgently need funds for Fresno TNR. No one should have to think twice about supporting this. Do we want to be known as the city most cruel to animals? Vote yes!!!
To the Honorable Members of the Fresno City Council,
I am contacting you today to strongly advocate for expanded spay and neuter funding within the upcoming Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget.
Prioritizing spay and neuter services is a proven strategy for managing pet overpopulation and reducing the number of homeless animals entering our local shelters. By funding proactive prevention now, the City can significantly lower long-term taxpayer expenses related to emergency animal sheltering and public safety enforcement.
I fully endorse Councilmember Annalisa Perea’s motion to bolster the spay and neuter budget and urge the City to implement a permanent, increased annual funding stream for these essential programs.
Thank you for prioritizing animal welfare and fiscal responsibility in Fresno by supporting this funding increase.
I support community efforts to provide outreach and education for spay/neuter/adoption for animals. We need to address this vital issue as a community. Volunteer organizations alone cannot provide all the resources necessary.
To the Honorable Members of the Fresno City Council,
I am contacting you today to strongly advocate for expanded spay and neuter funding within the upcoming Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget.
Prioritizing spay and neuter services is a proven strategy for managing pet overpopulation and reducing the number of homeless animals entering our local shelters. By funding proactive prevention now, the City can significantly lower long-term taxpayer expenses related to emergency animal sheltering and public safety enforcement.
I fully endorse Councilmember Annalisa Perea’s motion to bolster the spay and neuter budget and urge the City to implement a permanent, increased annual funding stream for these essential programs.
Thank you for prioritizing animal welfare and fiscal responsibility in Fresno by supporting this funding increase.
To the Honorable Members of the Fresno City Council,
I am contacting you today to strongly advocate for expanded spay and neuter funding within the upcoming Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget.
Prioritizing spay and neuter services is a proven strategy for managing pet overpopulation and reducing the number of homeless animals entering our local shelters. By funding proactive prevention now, the City can significantly lower long-term taxpayer expenses related to emergency animal sheltering and public safety enforcement.
I fully endorse Councilmember Annalisa Perea’s motion to bolster the spay and neuter budget and urge the City to implement a permanent, increased annual funding stream for these essential programs.
Thank you for prioritizing animal welfare and fiscal responsibility in Fresno by supporting this funding increase.
I fully support the efforts increase spay and neutering thus decreasing the suffering of so many animals. Please consider investing into this efforts as we continue to do our part to helps the crisis of overpopulation of cats and dogs.
Please increase funding for community spay/neuters. This will help reduce unwanted pet pregnancies. The shelters are constantly full, and many of the dogs and cats that are turned in is due to a lack of sterilization because people are not able to keep up with new litters being born.
The overpopulation of cats and dogs in the Central Valley is a serious issue, and the City of Fresno can help address it by increasing funding for spay and neuter programs. Supporting the organizations already doing this work will directly reduce shelter overcrowding and the tragic euthanasia that happens simply because there is no space.
Preventing unwanted litters is far more effective—and far more humane—than trying to manage the problem after animals end up in shelters or on the streets. Unaltered pets often roam without food, water, or shelter, suffering through extreme heat and cold. Many residents want to help but cannot afford spay or neuter services.
I’ve seen the need firsthand. In one night of trapping cats near Barstow and Fourth, we caught five unaltered females—one pregnant, four with previous litters. At a Memorial Day event, an entire apartment community begged for help because their complex was overwhelmed with cats. People are trying to do the right thing, but without accessible services, the problem grows out of control.
More no‑cost or low‑cost spay and neuter options would empower communities, reduce suffering, and save the City money long‑term. Fix the problem at the beginning—not after shelters overflow and euthanasia becomes the only option.
The homeless and feral cat population is at crisis levels. Fresno TNR is truly making a difference but this is still a monumental undertaking.Please see that funds are allocated for these volunteer organizations. Without intervention the cat population will continue to grow rapidly.
I have experienced and witnessed 1st hand the cat/kitten population. Three months I have spent TNR, and watched many doing same. The budget funds must help this situation in our cities and counties, it’s humane for all animals to have TNR funding and or low costs to do. I have spent a month of social security payments to address helping feral community.
To the Honorable Members of the Fresno City Council,
I am contacting you today to strongly advocate for expanded spay and neuter funding within the upcoming Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget.
Prioritizing spay and neuter services is a proven strategy for managing pet overpopulation and reducing the number of homeless animals entering our local shelters. By funding proactive prevention now, the City can significantly lower long-term taxpayer expenses related to emergency animal sheltering and public safety enforcement.
I fully endorse Councilmember Annalisa Perea’s motion to bolster the spay and neuter budget and urge the City to implement a permanent, increased annual funding stream for these essential programs.
Thank you for prioritizing animal welfare and fiscal responsibility in Fresno by supporting this funding increase.
Respectfully,
Jen
This funding is needed to help save these animals lives. Many rescues including Fresno TNR actively work together to spay/neuter the stray animals and give them medical attention needed. Fosters also help to socialize and care for the ones they can to get them off the streets and in living homes.
Dear Fresno City Council Members,
Thank you for your continued service to our community. I am writing to urge the City Council to increase funding and support for Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) programs.
As a volunteer with Fresno TNR, I have seen firsthand how TNR reduces homeless cat populations and improves outcomes for animals in our city. TNR is a humane, proven approach that stabilizes community cat populations, reduces shelter overcrowding, and saves taxpayer dollars by decreasing the number of animals entering shelters.
Fresno continues to face challenges with stray and feral cat populations. Additional funding would allow Fresno Animal Center, local rescue groups, and TNR volunteers to increase spay and neuter services, provide vaccinations and basic medical care, and reduce shelter intake. By investing in these programs, the City can create a more effective and sustainable approach to managing Fresno’s homeless cat population.
I respectfully ask the City Council to prioritize increased funding for TNR programs in the upcoming budget. Together, we can improve animal welfare and make Fresno a healthier, more compassionate community.
Sincerely,
Cindy Curry
Fresno Resident and Fresno TNR Volunteer
I appreciated hearing from the Director of the Fresno Animal Center and from the community several weeks ago. As a volunteer with a rescue, I see firsthand how urgently Fresno needs stronger spay and neuter programs. With the help of rescue and Fresno TNR, I have been able to trap, spay and neuter and stabilize the dumped, forgotten cats in the greenbelt behind my house along with fostering and caring for cats and kittens preparing for adoption.
With matching support from partners like Dogwood, the impact of this investment grows even stronger. This is a moment where smart, compassionate action can create long‑term change. This is one of the most effective and humane ways to reduce stray populations, prevent injuries, and ease the burden on our shelters. When funding can be matched by partners like Dogwood, the impact is even greater.
I respectfully ask for your support in increasing funding for Fresno’s spay and neuter programs so we can create a healthier, more sustainable future for our community and its animals.
Support the spay and neuter funding
Support the spay and neuter funding
Support the spay and neuter funding
Support increased funding for spay/neuter
I live in the Lowell neighborhood and experience stray cats and dogs on a daily basis. Because of the spay and neuter program I was able to fix two of those strays, that are now family.
Please expand spay and neuter funding within the upcoming Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget.
I fully endorse Councilmember Annalisa Perea’s motion to bolster the spay and neuter budget and urge the City to implement a permanent, increased annual funding stream for these essential programs.
Please don’t turn your back on the urgent necessity for additional funding to help control the severe overpopulation of unwanted animals. Step into the local shelters and they’re ALWAYS at capacity and unable to take in strays. It’s heartbreaking is so many ways.
Los Angeles and Fresno have the largest over population of cats. We urgently need funds for Fresno TNR. No one should have to think twice about supporting this. Do we want to be known as the city most cruel to animals? Vote yes!!!
To the Honorable Members of the Fresno City Council,
I am contacting you today to strongly advocate for expanded spay and neuter funding within the upcoming Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget.
Prioritizing spay and neuter services is a proven strategy for managing pet overpopulation and reducing the number of homeless animals entering our local shelters. By funding proactive prevention now, the City can significantly lower long-term taxpayer expenses related to emergency animal sheltering and public safety enforcement.
I fully endorse Councilmember Annalisa Perea’s motion to bolster the spay and neuter budget and urge the City to implement a permanent, increased annual funding stream for these essential programs.
Thank you for prioritizing animal welfare and fiscal responsibility in Fresno by supporting this funding increase.
Respectfully,
I support community efforts to provide outreach and education for spay/neuter/adoption for animals. We need to address this vital issue as a community. Volunteer organizations alone cannot provide all the resources necessary.
To the Honorable Members of the Fresno City Council,
I am contacting you today to strongly advocate for expanded spay and neuter funding within the upcoming Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget.
Prioritizing spay and neuter services is a proven strategy for managing pet overpopulation and reducing the number of homeless animals entering our local shelters. By funding proactive prevention now, the City can significantly lower long-term taxpayer expenses related to emergency animal sheltering and public safety enforcement.
I fully endorse Councilmember Annalisa Perea’s motion to bolster the spay and neuter budget and urge the City to implement a permanent, increased annual funding stream for these essential programs.
Thank you for prioritizing animal welfare and fiscal responsibility in Fresno by supporting this funding increase.
Respectfully,
To the Honorable Members of the Fresno City Council,
I am contacting you today to strongly advocate for expanded spay and neuter funding within the upcoming Fiscal Year 2026-2027 budget.
Prioritizing spay and neuter services is a proven strategy for managing pet overpopulation and reducing the number of homeless animals entering our local shelters. By funding proactive prevention now, the City can significantly lower long-term taxpayer expenses related to emergency animal sheltering and public safety enforcement.
I fully endorse Councilmember Annalisa Perea’s motion to bolster the spay and neuter budget and urge the City to implement a permanent, increased annual funding stream for these essential programs.
Thank you for prioritizing animal welfare and fiscal responsibility in Fresno by supporting this funding increase.
Respectfully,
Dawn Riffel
I fully support the efforts increase spay and neutering thus decreasing the suffering of so many animals. Please consider investing into this efforts as we continue to do our part to helps the crisis of overpopulation of cats and dogs.
Please increase funding for community spay/neuters. This will help reduce unwanted pet pregnancies. The shelters are constantly full, and many of the dogs and cats that are turned in is due to a lack of sterilization because people are not able to keep up with new litters being born.
The overpopulation of cats and dogs in the Central Valley is a serious issue, and the City of Fresno can help address it by increasing funding for spay and neuter programs. Supporting the organizations already doing this work will directly reduce shelter overcrowding and the tragic euthanasia that happens simply because there is no space.
Preventing unwanted litters is far more effective—and far more humane—than trying to manage the problem after animals end up in shelters or on the streets. Unaltered pets often roam without food, water, or shelter, suffering through extreme heat and cold. Many residents want to help but cannot afford spay or neuter services.
I’ve seen the need firsthand. In one night of trapping cats near Barstow and Fourth, we caught five unaltered females—one pregnant, four with previous litters. At a Memorial Day event, an entire apartment community begged for help because their complex was overwhelmed with cats. People are trying to do the right thing, but without accessible services, the problem grows out of control.
More no‑cost or low‑cost spay and neuter options would empower communities, reduce suffering, and save the City money long‑term. Fix the problem at the beginning—not after shelters overflow and euthanasia becomes the only option.