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Tempe Council Forms Subcommittee to Boost Animal Welfare

10/2/2025

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Tempe City Council in Arizona established the Animal Welfare and Cruelty Subcommittee to strengthen animal protection and clarify welfare guidance.
Councilmember Berdetta Hodge leads the subcommittee, addressing feral cats, coyotes, and extreme-heat care for pets.
The group aims to provide a comprehensive resident resource, develop policies similar to human-heat ordinances, support spay/neuter programs, and invite public feedback by emailing Hodge.

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Tempe City Council in Arizona established the Animal Welfare and Cruelty Subcommittee to strengthen animal protection and clarify welfare guidance.
Councilmember Berdetta Hodge leads the subcommittee, addressing feral cats, coyotes, and extreme-heat care for pets.
The group aims to provide a comprehensive resident resource, develop policies similar to human-heat ordinances, support spay/neuter programs, and invite public feedback by emailing Hodge.