HomeMy WebLinkAboutREP FC 255 03/21/2006 2004-2006 REPORT OF THE
COMMITTEE ON FINANCE
DATE: March 21, 2006 Re: Comm. No. 737/Res. No. 277-06
PLACE: Sheraton Keauhou Bay Resort and Spa
TIME: 10:00 a.m.
Council Chair and Members
Hawaii County Council
Hilo, Hawaii 96720
Your Committee on Finance, to which was referred Resolution No. 277-06, reports as follows:
Resolution No. 277-06, transmitted by Director of Finance William Takaba, via Communication
No. 737, dated March 6, 2006, authorizes the acceptance of a donation from Canines for Kids,
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Canines for Kids, Inc, a nonprofit organization located in Burlington, North Cazolina, has
graciously donated a seazch dog to the Hawaii County Police Department's Juvenile Aid
Section. The trained canine is capable of searching for missing children and Alzheimer's
patients and to trail criminal suspects. The value of this donation is estimated at $8,000.
Pursuant to Article XIII, Section 13-12, Hawaii County Charter, the Council, on behalf ofthe
County, may accept gifts or donations of personal property.
A letter of appreciation will be sent to the Mr. Mike Craig, Co-founder/President, Canines for
Kids, Inc., 4581 B Tangle Ridge Trail, Burlington, North Cazolina 27217, acknowledging this
generous donation.
Sgt. John Ancheta of the Hawaii County Police Department clarified that the training of the
canine will be with the Honolulu Police Department.
Your Committee on Finance is in accord with the purpose and intent of Resolution No. 277-06
and recommends its adoption.
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