AGREEMENT TO TRANSFER OWNERSHIP OF K-9 CHAMP BY WAY OF ADOPTION TO SERGEANT ERIC GANDY
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AGREEMENT TO TRANSFER OWNERSHIP OF K-9 CHAMP
BY WAY OF ADOPTION TO SERGEANT ERIC GANDY
This Agreement is made and entered into between the City of Clearwater, Florida,
hereinafter the "City," and Sergeant Eric Gandy.
WHEREAS, K-9 Champ is nearing retirement age and has health-related issues
that have debilitated him to the point where can no longer perform, and he will be
of no use to the city, to any other police department, or to any security agency;
and
WHEREAS, it would be impossible for anyone to gain the knowledge and
compatibility that was gained by the handler/canine team during approximately
four years of canine work; and
WHEREAS, K-9 Champ has been experiencing chronic back problems related to
bulging disks in his lower spine for nearly a year. He has slowed down a great
deal as a direct result; and
WHEREAS, K-9 Champ is a certified police canine trained to apprehend
suspects and will not make a good pet for anyone; and
WHEREAS, K-9 Champ is handler sensitive and will respond poorly to another
individual (he has been partnered with Sergeant Gandy for approximately 4 years
and is clearly set in his ways; he will not allow anyone else to handle him; and he
is a one handler dog, as police canines are trained to be); and
WHEREAS, K-9 Champ is equipment orientated and will become aggressive to
anyone else holding or touching what he perceives to be his equipment, including
his leash, water and food bowls, collar, or kennel; and
WHEREAS, K-9 Champ has worked for the police department for approximately
four years; and
WHEREAS, K-9 Champ clearly 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 Champ 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 Champ to Sergeant Eric Gandy
by way of adoption.
2. Sergeant Eric Gandy agrees to assume ownership and all responsibility for
the care of K-9 Champ.
3. Sergeant Eric Gandy 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.
CITY OF CLEARWATER, FLORIDA
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City Manager
Approved as to form:
Attest:
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Robert urette
Assistant City Attorney
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hia E. Goudeau
Clerk
SERGtNT ERIC GANDY
Sergeant Eri andy
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