FROM:
Police Department
SUBJECT:
Title
Approve Release of K-9 Unit Dog “Wyatt” and Accompanying K-9 Equipment to his Hander Casey Mutter
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RECOMMENDATION:
Recommendation
Approve contract No. MS-69-PD-23 between the City of Fontana and Casey Mutter to release K-9 dog “Wyatt” and accompanying K-9 dog equipment, including a kennel, transportation kennel, custom fit muzzle, dogloo, and two leashes, to him.
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COUNCIL GOALS:
• Improve public safety by increasing operational efficiency, visibility and availability.
DISCUSSION:
The City of Fontana Police Department has a K-9 Unit dog named “Wyatt” that is ready to retire. K-9 “Wyatt”, donated by the Fontana Police K-9 Pals, a California nonprofit corporation, has served 6 ½ years. He was directly involved in approximately 24 apprehensions during his tenure. He was also responsible for the seizure of several hundred firearms, as well as the seizure of several pounds of explosive. “Wyatt” has also assisted with the tracking of multiple missing subjects and wanted suspects. “Wyatt” saved an estimated 6,500 man hours with his olfactory ability.
The City of Fontana desires to release “Wyatt” and some of his accompanying K-9 dog equipment to his handler, Casey Mutter, for a fee of $1.00. Casey Mutter is willing to and desires to give the City of Fontana $1.00 in exchange for receiving “Wyatt” and some of his accompanying K-9 dog equipment.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Revenue received from the release of K-9 “Wyatt” will by deposited into 10140200.6450.
MOTION:
Approve staff recommendation.