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Ludlow police: K-9 retired, $30,000 grant secured and community programs continue
Summary
Police Chief Bart Beck reported K-9 Danny retired due to heat injury; the city received a $30,000 grant for a replacement. Chief Beck highlighted the upcoming K9 5K fundraiser and the department’s long-running Adopt-a-Class program at Ludlow School.
Police Chief Bart Beck told the council that K-9 Danny retired on veterinary advice after sustaining a heat injury and that the city has secured funding to replace the dog: “The City received a $30,000.00 grant for a K-9 to replace Danny.” Chief Beck also said the department is looking into purchasing an e-bike and highlighted a K9 5K fundraiser scheduled for Saturday, May 16, 2026.
Chief Beck described the department’s Adopt-a-Class partnership with a third-grade class at Ludlow School, which the department has run monthly for three years and which he said benefits students; he praised Police Clerk Amanda Grubbs’ organization of the program. No formal action was required; the council received the report during staff updates.
