I am writing to express my deep concern about the growing number of stray animals in the City of Madera.
As someone born here and proud to have returned after graduating high school in the mid-1980s, it saddens me to see how our community has changed. Throughout the years, Madera has become increasingly congested and, in many areas, less clean. While many residents take pride in maintaining their neighborhoods, the number who neglect this responsibility seems to be rising.
What troubles me most, however, is the visible increase in stray dogs. This issue is compounded by overcrowding at the animal shelter and the lack of adequate animal services. It appears that some residents are not taking proper care of their pets, which only adds to the problem.