TITLE
Title
CONSTRUCTION OF CANINE (K9) KENNEL AND TRAINING FACILITY - $135,850
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SPONSOR
Sponsor
Sheriff BJ Barnes
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BACKGROUND
Background
Law Enforcement requests funding to construct a canine (K9) facility capable of kenneling thirteen (13) departmental canines, which will include a training facility for the dogs and their handlers. These officers are instrumental in the apprehension of dangerous criminals, locating lost or kidnapped individuals, and illegal drug and bomb detection. To maintain proficiency and certifications, canines and their handlers must commit to continuous training, which will be conducted in the new facility. Additionally, handlers will utilize the facility to train newly acquired canines, who are normally purchased untrained, at a lower cost to the County. Furthermore, trained canines require qualified handlers and can not simply be boarded, should the handler require leave of absence or request approved vacation leave. These highly trained resource animals need to be housed in a facility equipped to meet their needs and maintain their training regimen.
A full list of items required for construction is attached, and their associated costs, include:
Metal Building $19,000
Installation $3700
Concrete Slab $25,000
Building Erection $10,000
Electrical System $12,500
HVAC System $14,400
Overhead Door $1650
Septic System $8000
Plumbing $17,500
Epoxy Kennel Floor $2900
FRP Walls $2700
Kennels $5000
Permits $1,000
Contingency Fee $12,500
The total cost of the project is estimated at $135,850, and Law Enforcement requests appropriation from the balance of Federal Forfeiture Funds to purchase supplies, permits and cover costs associated with construction of the facility. The current Federal Forfeiture fund balance is $791,485.
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BUDGET IMPACT
Budget Impact
Budget Ordinance Amendment
General Fund
$135,850 Increase in Appropriation to Law Enforcement
$135,850 Increase in Appropriated Fund Balance (Federal ...
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