File #: 23-034   
Type: Resolution (Consent) Status: Passed
File created: 2/1/2023 In control: Police Department
On agenda: 2/28/2023 Final action: 2/28/2023
Enactment date: 2/28/2023 Enactment #: 2023-076
Title: Commissioner Hovis - Police Department - To Approve Surplus and Disposition of Nine (9) Year Old German Shepherd K9 Named Mack
Sponsors: Bob Hovis
Attachments: 1. Adopted 2023-076, 2. Resolution

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Commissioner Hovis - Police Department - To Approve Surplus and Disposition of Nine (9) Year Old German Shepherd K9 Named Mack

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STAFF CONTACT

J. D.  Ramey - Gaston County Police Department - 704-866-3321

BUDGET IMPACT
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BUDGET ORDINANCE IMPACT

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BACKGROUND

The Gaston County Police Department has a nine year-old male German Shepherd K9 by the name of Mack that is failing to perform his duties as a member of the K9 team in handler protection, building searches, criminal apprehension, narcotics detection, and tracking due to age.  K9 Mack has been examined and treated by a veterinarian licensed by the state of North Carolina.  Captain J. R. Phelps, K9 Unit Commander, advises that he feels the safety of the K9 and its handler is becoming an issue.  Captain Phelps recommends K9 Mack be retired at this point.

POLICY IMPACT

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ATTACHMENTS

Resolution