Washougal Council approves 2012 budget

The City of Washougal budget for 2012 includes some funding for the West Columbia Gorge Humane Society, through payments for dog impounding services.

The budget, approved 5 to 2 last night, includes $19,320 for professional services provided by the no-kill shelter located in the Port of Camas-Washougal Industrial Park. The budgeted amount would cover the cost of impounding 161 dogs at a rate of $120 per dog.