City Honors Animal Welfare League of Alexandria for 65 Years of Service

On Tuesday evening, the Alexandria City Council presented the Animal Welfare League of Alexandria with a proclamation honoring the 65th anniversary of its charter.

“This organization raises a great deal of money to have the kind of shelter and programs we do,” Councilwoman Del Pepper said. “I like to think we’re the best.”

Through its work promoting pet adoptions, assistance in spaying and neutering animals, education and community service efforts, the AWLA plays a huge part in managing the pet population of not just Alexandria but in neighboring communities as well.

As part of the organization’s contract with the city, it operates the Vola Lawson Animal Shelter, a top-notch facility accepting any and all animals.

Lawson, a former Alexandria city manager, was in council chambers Tuesday when Pepper presented the proclamation.

“We’re grateful to live in a community that supports our animals,” AWLA Board Chairman Gordon Kromberg said.

Councilman Rob Krupicka took the opportunity to mention that his two daughters had recently discovered the AWLA’s website.

“They print out photos of the cats and dogs [at the shelter], give them names and leave them on my desk,” Krupicka said.

The Councilman, who is running for state senate, said he promised his girls a new cat or dog following a “certain event” in August.

The Democratic primary for the 30th district race is scheduled for Aug. 23.