Police Department
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Item # 20
City of Santa Ana
20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701
Staff Report
August 19, 2025
TOPIC: Resolution and Agreement for Police Department K-9 Kaylee
AGENDA TITLE
Resolution and Agreement Authorizing Police Corporal Ryan Johnson to Purchase a Retired Santa Ana Police Department K-9
RECOMMENDED ACTION
1. Adopt a resolution authorizing the purchase agreement between Santa Ana Police Corporal Ryan Johnson and the City of Santa Ana for the sale of a retired Santa Ana Police Department K-9.
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-XXX entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AUTHORIZING THE AGREEMENT BETWEEN
CORPORAL RYAN JOHNSON AND THE CITY OF SANTA ANA RELATING TO THE PURCHASE OF A RETIRED SANTA ANA POLICE DEPARTMENT K-9
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute a purchase agreement with Santa Ana Police Corporal Ryan Johnson for the sale of a retired Police Department K-9 in the amount of $1 (Agreement No. A-2025-XXX).
GOVERNMENT CODE §84308 APPLIES: No
DISCUSSION
The Santa Ana Police Department Canine Unit utilizes police service dogs trained specifically to assist with different patrol functions. The police service dogs serve as a valuable officer safety resource during tactical and high-risk situations. The police service dogs are used to find and apprehend violent suspects, providing officers with additional safety options when apprehending a suspect. In addition to enforcement duties, the Canine Unit performs public relations activities that enhance the crucial bond between the Police Department and community members. During public events, community members are able to “meet and greet” the police service dogs and observe live bite and detection demonstrations.
Resolution and Agreement for Police Department K-9 Kaylee August 19, 2025
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Police Corporal Johnson worked alongside his K-9 partner, Kaylee, since 2018. Kaylee is an 11 year old Belgian Malinois; the average retirement age for police service dogs. At her age and physical condition, it would be impractical to keep her in service as a K-9 team with Corporal Johnson. During their assignment as a K-9 team, Kaylee has lived with Corporal Johnson for over seven years.
As Kaylee retires, Corporal Johnson wishes to purchase Kaylee for the standard fee of one dollar ($1). Police Corporal Johnson will assume ownership and full responsibility for the care, maintenance, food, housing, medical, and any other expenses that arise out of Corporal Johnson’s ownership of Kaylee. In order to provide a consistent home and care for K-9 Kaylee, it is recommended that the agreement between Corporal Johnson and the City of Santa Ana be approved.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
There is no environmental impact associated with this action.
FISCAL IMPACT
The one dollar ($1) payment from Corporal Johnson for the purchase of K-9 Kaylee will be deposited into the Police Department’s Miscellaneous Reimbursement revenue account (no. 01114002-57402).
EXHIBIT(S)
1. Resolution
2. Agreement with Corporal Johnson
Submitted By: Robert Rodriguez, Police Chief
Approved By: Alvaro Nuñez, City Manager