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Sunnyside council approves police K‑9 program; city seeks $50,000 in donations to acquire dog
Summary
Council approved a resolution allowing the Sunnyside Police Department to participate in a patrol K‑9 program, approved a $2,000 budget amendment for incidental costs, and directed staff to pursue donations and funding from the Yakima County Canine Foundation to cover initial acquisition and equipment estimated at $50,000.
Sunnyside’s City Council voted unanimously March 9 to let the Sunnyside Police Department participate in a patrol K‑9 program and to approve a $2,000 budget amendment for immediate incidental expenses.
City staff explained the program structure: the Yakima County Canine Foundation covers most recurring costs (veterinary care, routine expenses), and the department expects to seek $50,000 in donations to cover the initial…
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