Submitted by: Allison Swift
Submitting Department: Police Department
Agenda Section: Consent
Item Title:
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Acceptance of Donation of a Scent Evidence Vacuum from the Chesapeake K9 Foundation
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Suggested Action:
recommendation
I move that Mayor and Council accept the donation of a Scent Evidence Vacuum from the Chesapeake K9 Foundation for our Bloodhound Program.
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Summary Background:
The Scent Evidence collection vacuum is a $1,500.00 system which allows the operator to remove a scent from an item without having to touch or contaminate the object: reducing the risk of contamination. Once vacuumed onto a pad, the scent would be utilized to conduct a trail. This system stores the vacuumed scents for up to ten years which could be used for investigative purposes at a later date.
The Chesapeake K9 Foundation selected the Hyattsville Police Department to receive this Scent Evidence collection vacuum for our Bloodhound program with the endorsement of Canine Officer Shifflet of the Bowie City Police Department.
Next Steps:
Acceptance of the Scent Evidence collection vacuum for our Bloodhound Program
Fiscal Impact:
There is no cost for the vacuum. Donation value: $1,500.00
City Administrator Comments:
Recommend approval.
Community Engagement:
N/A
Strategic Goals:
Goal 3 - Promote a Safe and Vibrant Community
Legal Review Required?
N/A