Support Your Marion Police Canine Program
WHY IMPLIMENT A CANINE PROGRAM
The police canine's extraordinary ability in smell, agility, courage and determination are recognized both nationally and internationally. The police dog would be cross-trained in the ability to;
- Track to find lost children and missing adults due to medical issues.
- Perform public relations between the police and community.
- Provide appearances and demonstrations at various community functions.
- Be a highly visible deterrent to criminal activity.
- Track and apprehend criminals for prosecution of their crimes.
- Locate illegal drugs
- Reduce the hours needed to search buildings, to locate illegal drugs, and to find people in distress.
- Provide income from recovered cash and property.
TO MAKE A TAX DEDUCTIABLE CONTRIBUTION:
Send check or money payable to; City of Marion
Make sure to add in the memo line of the check or money order “Police K9”
You can send those checks to;
City of Marion
Police K9 Program
PO Box 127
Marion, WI 54950
There has been a separate account set up in the City’s budget to track the funding and expenses. In addition we will send you back a receipt for your tax records and a letter of thanks for your contribution to this worthy cause.
INITIAL START UP COSTS
The startup costs associated with this program are set at $22,000.
Canine and Handler Training - $ 11,000
Vehicle Modifications - $3,000
Equipment – $2,100
Canine Care - $1,820
Handler Wages/Benefits - $4,080
ANNUAL MAINTENANCE COSTS
The annual maintenance costs associated with this program are set at $5,600.
Recertification - $350
Officer Wages - $3,500
Canine Care - $1,240
Replace Training Equipment - $510
Officer Overtime and Call Out time will need to be determined at a later date.
K9 LEARNING CENTER