Sheriff's office to add K‑9; court approves purchase and handler training using forfeiture funds

Kendall County Commissioners Court approved a purchase and training contract for a new K‑9 and handler course on Jan. 27, voting 5‑0 to authorize up to $12,000 from the state asset forfeiture fund (Fund 85). County staff told the court the purchase price for the dog would be $8,000 with an additional $4,000 for a three‑week handler course.