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Payson Police report $20,000-plus in donations for new K-9; motor officers to patrol trails this summer

Payson City Council · May 20, 2026
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Summary

Police Chief Brad Bishop told the council the department received over $20,000 in donations for a new K-9 named Rook; motor officers will graduate from motor school this week and will patrol city trails during summer months.

At the May 20 meeting, Police Chief Brad Bishop reported the department received more than $20,000 in donations to purchase and support a new K-9 officer. The department has named the dog Rook and recently took possession of the animal.

Chief Bishop also said several officers will graduate from motor school this week and that the department plans to increase motor patrols on local trails during the summer. Councilmembers thanked donors and extended appreciation to police and first responders for their service. No additional budget or recurring cost estimates for K-9 care were provided in the meeting record.