The termination letter of the manager, Sara Laboe, cites "misappropriation" of funds and other serious violations. Her supporters say she was an effective and caring worker who made honest mistakes.
I am very sad to learn of Sara's firing. To me she was the best thing that happened to the Shelter in years. She cared about the animals and isn't that what it is all about.
I will never forget the pit bull (Bessie) if I remember correctly, that she was determined to find a home for instead of simply killing him. She was successful. Also the dog who was hit by a car who was saved from euthanasia due to Sara establishing a fund for surgery.
Sara did so much for the animals and saved so many lives. She will definitely be a loss for the Shelter. I think the decision to fire her is a big mistake.
I find this very disheartening. This unprofessional handling of the situation makes me worried about the motivations of our county manager & others involved.
I would like to hear more from Ms Laughter and Mr Shook regarding their thinking other than the standard “we followed the law”. If they feel they made a decision that was best for the animals’ welfare and future of the shelter they should be willing to share their thought process. A past glowing employee review doesn’t sound like the precursor to a warranted dismissal unless Ms Laboe was breaking the law.
I agree 100% Ann. This is unacceptable. As a county resident, Ms. Laughter and Mr. Shook work for us but she flatly refuses to answer questions always hiding behind privacy concerns and when Mr. Shook is challenged regarding anything he penalizes the person, especially if it’s a woman questioning his judgement. I saw it happen numerous times when I volunteered at the shelter. It needs to be taken out from under his authority immediately. To steal money donated for animal medical care is unacceptable and Sara told him as much so he went back over a year looking for some minor infraction he could use against her. That’s why she got fired. The Broadbent’s and Dr. Davis are caring, generous people who have done a lot for this county and if they say this narrative was created to punish Sara it’s absolutely true.
She is awesome and it's their loss! Gabby is awesome! Barb was awesome too.. come visit me when you come to southcove.. I am right down the Rd ... Seneca sc. Thanks for getting me thru that ya'll
It's pretty clear after reading this what is really going on. Sara became too aware of how the money was being used and was scapegoated out of there. Sad for the animals, but she and those who also left are better off.
I am very sad to learn of Sara's firing. To me she was the best thing that happened to the Shelter in years. She cared about the animals and isn't that what it is all about.
I will never forget the pit bull (Bessie) if I remember correctly, that she was determined to find a home for instead of simply killing him. She was successful. Also the dog who was hit by a car who was saved from euthanasia due to Sara establishing a fund for surgery.
Sara did so much for the animals and saved so many lives. She will definitely be a loss for the Shelter. I think the decision to fire her is a big mistake.
I find this very disheartening. This unprofessional handling of the situation makes me worried about the motivations of our county manager & others involved.
I would like to hear more from Ms Laughter and Mr Shook regarding their thinking other than the standard “we followed the law”. If they feel they made a decision that was best for the animals’ welfare and future of the shelter they should be willing to share their thought process. A past glowing employee review doesn’t sound like the precursor to a warranted dismissal unless Ms Laboe was breaking the law.
I agree 100% Ann. This is unacceptable. As a county resident, Ms. Laughter and Mr. Shook work for us but she flatly refuses to answer questions always hiding behind privacy concerns and when Mr. Shook is challenged regarding anything he penalizes the person, especially if it’s a woman questioning his judgement. I saw it happen numerous times when I volunteered at the shelter. It needs to be taken out from under his authority immediately. To steal money donated for animal medical care is unacceptable and Sara told him as much so he went back over a year looking for some minor infraction he could use against her. That’s why she got fired. The Broadbent’s and Dr. Davis are caring, generous people who have done a lot for this county and if they say this narrative was created to punish Sara it’s absolutely true.
She is awesome and it's their loss! Gabby is awesome! Barb was awesome too.. come visit me when you come to southcove.. I am right down the Rd ... Seneca sc. Thanks for getting me thru that ya'll
It's pretty clear after reading this what is really going on. Sara became too aware of how the money was being used and was scapegoated out of there. Sad for the animals, but she and those who also left are better off.