Animal Control 2026

This contract provides Barnegat Township with comprehensive animal‑control services for the 2026 fiscal year, performed by Associated Humane Societies, Inc. (AHS). AHS will capture, transport, and handle stray, abandoned, and dangerous dogs and cats, operate 24/7 emergency response, and manage optional services such as wildlife removal, farm‑animal handling, carcass removal, and trap rentals. The municipality pays a fixed annual fee of $71,000, prorated monthly, with additional per‑service fees as needed. Payments are due on the first of each month, with a 2 % monthly late fee and a 60‑day suspension clause. The agreement runs from 1 Jan 2026 to 31 Dec 2026, with an automatic month‑to‑month extension at 1.2× price if no new written agreement is signed. • Core services: capture/transport of stray dogs & cats, dangerous‑dog handling, 24/7 coverage. • Optional fees: wildlife humane removal ($100–$150/hr), farm‑animal boarding ($50/day), carcass removal ($150 per call), trap rentals (deposit + daily fee). • Fixed annual budget: $71,000 (≈ $5,916.66 per month) plus variable per‑service charges. • Strict payment terms, late‑fee, and suspension provisions; month‑to‑month extension at increased rate after term.