Cherished members of our community, the local dumpster kitties, need your signature to ensure the continuation of their care. Being personal caretakers, we have watched these cats thrive, help control the rodent population, and bring so much joy to our lives. The kitties are all fixed and cannot reproduce, debunking a common misconception that they contribute to overpopulation (American Veterinary Medical Association). If fact, the population has been naturally reduced because of the TNR program volunteers have devoted so much time, money and effort towards. However, proposed changes to local regulations are threatening their existence. The trustees want the shelters the volunteers have provided to be removed by the end of the year and have requested them to stop feeding. These cats are feral and unfortunately are not eligible for shelters or adoption. Relocation would only allow for another colony to come in that hasn’t been vetted and spayed or neutered, which would create an overpopulation from unfixed kitties reproducing. Our cat colony is essential to keeping a bigger problem from forming. And it will because there is a food source there from the dumpsters. Cats have been a part of human societies for thousands of years and research shows that managed feral colonies, like ours, play a critical role in the ecosystem (Alley Cat Allies). They help  keep rodent populations under control and other feral colonies from moving in. It is our call to humanity to ensure that they continue to receive the care they need to survive and thrive. Sign this petition to urge our local leaders to allow the continued feeding and sheltering of our treasured dumpster kitties. Your signature will make a big difference in their lives. Please sign the petition. Speak up for those than cannot speak for themselves!  Don’t let our kitties loose their shelter and food source right before winter!  Thank you for your support!