Animal rescue shows progress
We published an editorial several weeks ago addressing various issues involving animals in Greene County. One of them noted the Greene County Animal Rescue Team was having trouble finding volunteers and had been reduced to a one-man operation.
The animal rescue team is charged with addressing the needs of animals during natural and man-made disasters. For instance, during the “Snowmageddon” storm in February 2010, the team was called to establish a shelter at the Greene County Fairgrounds so animals displaced from their homes could find care.
Derek Forman, the county coordinator for the team and its only member, hosted a meeting Aug. 28 for anyone interested in volunteering for the organization. Forman reported last week the meeting proved to be a success and 18 people attended to learn more about the program. He said he was still being contacted by other people in regard to the team, though, of course, more will be needed.
Greene County has no animal control officer who can respond to issues involving animals other than abuse, Forman said, “so (the team is) really needed in the county,” he said. Anyone seeking additional information about the animal rescue team can call Forman at 724-966-8687.