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Potsdam Humane Society board members honored

Posted 12/31/15

Potsdam Humane Society board members, from left, Robert Jewett, Suzanne Smith, Irene Hargrave and Tony Beane. POTSDAM -- Potsdam Humane Society's board of directors recently celebrated the dedication …

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Potsdam Humane Society board members honored

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Potsdam Humane Society board members, from left, Robert Jewett, Suzanne Smith, Irene Hargrave and Tony Beane.

POTSDAM -- Potsdam Humane Society's board of directors recently celebrated the dedication of five board members as they step down from their positions at the end of the calendar year.

Long serving volunteers Ruth Huckle, a member of the board for 38 years, and Rob Jewett, with 27 years on the board, have worked collectively for over 65 years for the needy animals of the North Country, and “have seen the metamorphosis of a rather unstable, small operation housed in a very small, inadequate shelter to the wonderful facility used today,” according to fellow board member Bonnie Boyd.

Suzanne Smith spent countless hours as president of the board as well as assuming the title of the "Pars for Paws" Golf Tournament chair and the work that goes with it.

Veterinarian Dr. Tony Beane served as vice president donating his time with surgery and medical issues, and, as a faculty member, helping to form the close partnership PHS has with SUNY Canton's Veterinary Technician program.

Irene Hargrave, as PHS treasurer, has spent a great deal of time keeping the finances in order, paying the bills, and making sure the budget balanced at the end of the year.

“The PHS Board, staff and members of the community at large extend a heartfelt thanks to these five retirees,” said Boyd. “Their efforts are a huge reason why the PHS has one of the best animal shelters in the country. Everyone wishes Ruth, Rob, Suzanne, Tony and Irene a well deserved happy retirement.”

The Potsdam Humane Society strives to be a no-kill facility with an over 94 percent survival rate. Much effort is needed to continue the mission of serving over 1,200 animals annually.

Boyd said the nonprofit's success “comes through the support of everyone in the North Country...hands on volunteers, dedicated staff, adopters, local businesses and individuals who write those donation checks...Everyone!”

For information on how you can help PHS, call 265-3199 or email shelter@potsdamhumanesociety.org.