Subaru grant funds pet adoption assistance

Minneapolis file 2026-00998, before the Minneapolis City Council. Passed as of 2026-09-25.

Latest action: Published

What it does

Lower pet adoption fees for Minneapolis residents Animal Care & Control will waive or discount adoption fees for people adopting pets in 2026, making it cheaper for families to bring home a dog or cat.

The bigger picture

Free spay, neuter, and vaccine event planned The city will hold a public spay, neuter, and vaccination event in October 2026 to reduce pet overpopulation and improve pet health across Minneapolis.

What to watch

Grant funds cover only one year of programs The $4,000 is a one-time grant for 2026 activities; after the grant runs out, the city will need to find other money to keep reduced adoption fees or events going.

Official summary

Accepting a grant from the Subaru Loves Pets Program in the amount of $4,000, to support Animal Care &Control with waived or discounted adoption fees, eligible staffing costs, veterinary supplies, and a public spay/neuter or vaccination event in October 2026.

Read the official record for 2026-00998

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