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Resolution to Convey Law Enforcement Canine “Kobe”
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INFORMATION CONTACT:
Dorothy Thomas, Operations Manager, Union County Sheriff’s Office, 704-283-3578
ACTION REQUESTED:
Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Conveyance of a Certain Canine Retired from the Service of the Union County Sheriff’s Office to a Certain Retired Union County Sheriff’s Deputy in accordance with N.C.G.S. 160A-267.
BACKGROUND:
Union County Sheriff’s Office has retired “Kobe”, a 7-year-old Black Labrador Retriever single-purpose canine. “Kobe” served 6-7 years as a single purpose, explosive detection canine. He served as a member of UCSO Operations and has served not only Union County, but the surrounding region with his partner/handler Sgt. Shilo Garner. “Kobe” is highly trained and not an average pet. The Sheriff’s Office is compelled to ensure he is responsibly placed in a home that understands his training, therefore, the best person to place “Kobe” with would be his handler Sgt. Shilo Garner.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Revenue of $1.00