City of Marion, Wisconsin 

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