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A request to adopt a resolution to award retired Police K9 Titus to Handler Sergeant Joseph Glenn
PURPOSE: Sergeant Joseph Glenn’s K9 partner Titus, will retire after more than 6 years of service to the Carrboro Police Department, and the Town of Carrboro due to age and other health issues.
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DEPARTMENT: Police
CONTACT INFORMATION: Chief Walter Horton, 919-918-7397
INFORMATION: In accord with North Carolina General Statute, 160A-266 declares K-9 Titus to be surplus property upon retirement from service and authorizes his assigned handler, Sgt. Joseph Glenn, to take ownership of K-9 Titus upon his execution of a hold harmless agreement to provide proper care for the dog for the remainder of the life of the animal. By executing that agreement, Sgt. Joseph Glenn will assume all liability and responsibility for the dog. The Council has previously awarded a retiring Police K9 to the handler free of charge. Town staff recommends that the Town Council award Sgt. Joseph Glenn, K9 Titus.
FISCAL & STAFF IMPACT: The value of K9 Titus is $300.00
RECOMMENDATION:r Staff recommends that the Council approve the attached resolution.