Title
Request Authorization for the Sale of Canine "Rocky" for $1.00 (Ordinance S-44919)
Description
Request authorization for the City Manager, or his designee, to authorize the sale of canine "Rocky" to Officer Daniel Bill. Officer Bill is assigned to the Tactical Support Bureau's Canine Unit and has requested to retire and purchase his assigned canine "Rocky" in accordance with Administrative Regulation 4.21.
Report
Summary
Canine "Rocky" is more than 10 years old and has served the Tactical Support Bureau for 9 years. The Canine Unit dogs are normally retired and replaced after 8 to 10 years based on health, workability and performance. Canine "Rocky's" advanced age has led to a decline in his abilities that have been well documented, making him unsuitable to continue to function in his capacity as a police service dog.
This request is for the authorization of the sale of canine "Rocky" for $1.00. The purchase is being made by Officer Daniel Bill. Officer Bill agrees to accept full responsibility and liability for canine "Rocky" until his death.
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Assistant City Manager Milton Dohoney, Jr. and the Police Department.