City Council Agenda
Memo to:
Manteca City Council
From:
Toni Lundgren, City Manager
Prepared by: Stephanie Sandoval, Animal Services Supervisor
Date: November 17, 2026 Subject: Acceptance of $850,000 Grant for Manteca Animal Services Veterinary Clinic
Recommendation:
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Adopt a resolution accepting a grant in the amount of $850,000 from Congressman Josh Harder’s office for the Manteca Animal Services Veterinary Clinic Project; approve an appropriation in the amount of $850,000 in the Miscellaneous Grants Fund (Fund 101) and $25,000 in the Government Facilities Fees Fund (Fund 540) for the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA); amend the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Capital Improvement Plan to include this project; assign a project number; and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute necessary grant documents.
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Background:
The City of Manteca Animal Services Division has identified a growing need for affordable veterinary services within the community, particularly spay and neuter services. Limited access to these services contributes to animal overpopulation, increased shelter intake, and additional demands on shelter resources.
To address these challenges, the City began exploring opportunities to establish a low-cost veterinary clinic that would serve both shelter animals and pets owned by Manteca residents. The goal is to provide affordable spay and neuter services, preventative veterinary care, and medical treatment for shelter animals while reducing the City's reliance on outside veterinary providers.
After evaluating potential facility options, the City determined that a container-based veterinary clinic located on the existing Animal Services property on Wetmore Street would be a practical approach. The proposed facility will include surgical and examination areas, animal preparation and recovery spaces, and the equipment necessary to support veterinary operations.
The project is currently in the planning ...
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