Fayette County has named Tracy Thompson as the new director for the Fayette County Animal Control Department.
Thompson was selected following an extensive recruitment process, including both internal and external candidates.
Thompson comes to Fayette County Animal Control with 28 years of experience in all areas of shelter and animal care, medical procedures, and management. She assumed her duties on July 11.
Thompson is the former director of DeKalb County Animal Services. She managed day-to-day operations, trained staff, and facilitated humane care for animals. She also worked in Fulton County and with LifeLine Animal Project, the largest nonprofit animal organization in Georgia.
“We are excited to have Tracy Thompson joining our team,” Steve Rapson, Fayette County Manager, said. “She managed two of the largest county shelters in metro Atlanta, Fulton and DeKalb. Tracy brings a vast knowledge in overseeing shelter operations. She worked with Lifeline, a nationally recognized innovator and pioneer in the animal welfare field. We are excited to have Tracy’s depth of experience as we continue to work with our animal advocate partners and volunteers to ensure we have a facility that meets our needs now and in the future,” Rapson said.
The Fayette County Animal Control Department has been dedicated to serving the community for close to 40 years. The services include assistance to animals with public safety as the number one priority. To learn more about the animal shelter services and to get involved with its work, visit the county website (https://www.fayettecountyga.gov/).
