She hopes to raise that to at least six, which was the average at the shelter's former location in Northport. Hill headed last week's move to the new location, aided by the cities of Northport and Tuscaloosa and the county, and volunteers. They relocated an estimated 147 cats and dogs. Tuscaloosa attorney Jim Woodson said the move is complete and only small items, like shelving and tables, need to be brought. Initially the county wanted inmates used at the 195-cage facility to cut costs, but Hill argued that they might scare away volunteers.
Officials plan to assemble a five-member shelter advisory committee.
Tuscaloosa and the county will name two representatives and Northport, one, Woodson said. As soon as everything is finalized, Woodson said a grand opening will be scheduled, possibly in the next six weeks. Taken from The Tuscaloosa News- Tuesday October 12, 1999.