Narrative of Resolution:
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Authorize the purchase of equipment necessary for a Canine Unit
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If Resolution requires expenditure of County Funds, provide the following information:
Amount to be authorized by Resolution: $4,000
Are funds already budgeted? No
Specify Compliance with Procurement Procedures:
RESOLUTION INTRODUCED BY EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE TO AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE OF EQUIPMENT NECESSARY FOR THE CANINE UNIT
WHEREAS, the Sullivan County Sheriff agrees that having a Canine Unit is beneficial and desirable for the County in many respects, including assisting in searches for lost persons, searches for and apprehension of persons who have committed crimes, detection of illicit drugs and a number of other purposes, and
WHEREAS, the Sullivan County Sheriff believes it is in the best interest of the Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office and the community to re-implement the K-9 Unit; and
WHEREAS, the Sullivan County Sheriff’s Office needs to purchase a canine kennel that is compatible with the vehicle that will be utilized by the Canine Officer; and
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Legislature does hereby approve an expenditure in an amount not to exceed $4,000.00 to acquire the equipment that is necessary for the safety of the Canine; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that grant funding be actively sought for the canine unit.
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