AGREEMENT TO TRANSFER OWNERSHIP OF K-9 JAX BY WAY OF ADOPTION TO SERGEANT ETHRIDGE HALLAGREEMENT TO TRANSFER OWNERSHIP OF K-9 JAX
BY WAY OF ADOPTION TO SGT. ETHRIDGE HALL
This Agreement is made and entered into between the City of Clearwater, Florida,
hereinafter the "City," and Sgt. Ethridge Hall.
WHEREAS, K-9 Jax is nearing retirement age (8 years) and will be of no use to
the city, to any other police department, or to any security agency; and
WHEREAS, the life expectancy of a working police dog is approximately 10
years, and it would be impossible for anyone to gain the knowledge and
compatibility that was gained by the handler/canine team during over five years
of canine work; and
WHEREAS, K-9 Jax is exhibiting health problems related to his front elbows,
limiting his jumping and apprehension ability and casing frequent pain and
stiffness; and
WHEREAS, K-9 Jax is a certified, police canine trained to apprehend suspects
and will not make a good pet for anyone; and
WHEREAS, K-9 Jax is handler sensitive and will respond poorly to another
individual; and
WHEREAS, K-9 Jax is equipment orientated and could become aggressive to
anyone etse holding or touching what he perceives to be his equipment, including
his leash, water and food bowls, collar, or kennel; and
WHEREAS, K-9 Jax has worked for the police department for approximately 6.5
years, which is above the average working life of a police K-9, has earned his
retirement with the handler that has taken care of him throughout his career, and
should be resting at home; and
WHEREAS, the only alternative to placement of K-9 Jax with Sgt. Hall is
euthanasia; and
WHEREAS, Section 2.624(1), Code of Clearwater, authorizes the City Manager
to dispense with the bidding requirements for the disposal of surplus property
and to dispose of the property as the City Manager deems necessary when the
value of the property does not exceed $500.00. Moreover, Section 2.624(3),
Code of Clearwater, authorizes the City to dispense with the bidding
requirements and to dispose of the property as deemed necessary when the item
can be sold or otherwise disposed of through only one source.
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the promises contained in the
Agreement, the parties agree as follows:
1. The City agrees to transfer ownership of K-9 Jax to Sgt. Ethridge Hall by way
of adoption.
2. Sgt. Ethridge Hall agrees to assume ownership and all responsibility for the
care of K-9 Jax.
3. Sgt. Ethridge Hall agrees to indemnify and hold the City harmless from any
and all claims, suits, judgments, and liability for death, personal injury, or
property damage attributable to the dog's actions occurring after the
Agreement is executed by both parties, including legal fees, court costs, and
other legal expenses.
4. The transfer is effective upon the execution of this Agreement by both parties.
Approved as to form:
Robert J. rette
Assistant ty Attorney
CITY OF CLEARWATER, FLORIDA
By: ' _ ���
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City Manager
Attest:
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City Clerk
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