Alachua County decided to proceed with a $30 million Animal Resources Shelter just south of the University of Florida’s main campus at the former Swine Unit property. The county also heard an update on how the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office will start responding to animal calls. County Manager Michele Lieberman said UF will be a major part of the county’s animal shelter, no matter where it’s located. In 2025, Lieberman referenced a possible shift in direction on the animal shelter toward the Weseman Tract. Prizzia said the UF site has a lot of benefits, and Chair Ken Cornell and Commissioner Mary Alford agreed.