The Plano City Council is scheduled to meet on Monday at 6 p.m. to review a proposal for a new canine unit within the police department. The meeting will take place at Plano City Hall, located at 17 East Main.
Police officials have outlined a plan to acquire a multi-purpose dog capable of detecting narcotics, assisting in missing persons searches, and apprehending suspects. The department stated that the estimated initial cost of approximately $25,000 would be funded through grants and donations rather than general city funds.
In addition to the K9 program, the council agenda includes votes on several other matters. Officials plan to address purchases for the wastewater department and the acquisition of a new police vehicle. The council is also expected to vote on the payment of bills totaling roughly $260,000.
The meeting will also feature a personnel decision regarding the hiring of Jesse Nelson as a new police officer. No further details were provided regarding the specific terms of the employment or the voting outcome for these items.
