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November 27, 2018 WHEREAS, given that the proposals address the development of the type of City facilities which staff currently operates and with which staff is intimately familiar, staff should perform the proposal review; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Portsmouth, Virginia that, in accordance with the City Guidelines and § 56.575-3(C)(1) of the PPEA, City Council hereby directs that City staff should perform the required analysis regarding the specifics, advantages, disadvantages, and long-term and short-term costs of the proposals received for the construction of a new City Hall and a new Public Safety Building.” Ayes: Clark, Lucas-Burke, Moody, Psimas, Rowe Nays: Smith 18 - 448 - Adoption of a motion to permit Alicia Mahar to adopt a Portsmouth Police Department Mounted Patrol Horse, “Shades”, a 15.2 hand Grey Percheron/Thoroughbred Gelding. Background:  The Portsmouth Police Department’s (PPD) Mounted Patrol Unit provides security and valuable public relations work to various events and functions within the city.  The Unit provides high visibility patrols throughout the City and assists with the search and apprehension of violent offenders. Discussion:  The PPD is retiring one working horse assigned to the Mounted Patrol Unit, a 15.2 hand Grey Percheron/Thoroughbred Gelding named “Shades”.  “Shades” is unable to be safely trained and has displayed numerous tendencies to try to dismount his rider. Due to his size and strength, this poses a significant risk to the rider and the public. He is not suitable for continued use by the Mounted Patrol Unit.  Alicia Mahar, a resident of Virginia Beach and owner of Circle a Home for Horses, has agreed/requested to adopt the horse.  The adopter must agree to abide by the Virginia Anti-Cruelty Laws, Animal Welfare Laws 1992, and Code of Virginia §3.2-6570.  A visual inspection by the Mounted Patrol Unit found the adopter’s facilities to be exceptional and surpassing required applicable animal care laws. Financial Impact:  There are no costs to the City for this adoption.  The City will relinquish all responsibilities for the feeding, care, upkeep, overall well-being and any liability related to this horse. Recommended Action:  Adoption of the motion. Motion by Ms. Psimas, and seconded by Mr. Clark, to adopt a motion to permit Alicia Mahar to adopt a Portsmouth Police Department Mounted Patrol Horse, “Shades”, a 15.2 hand Grey Percheron/Thoroughbred Gelding, and was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Clark, Lucas-Burke, Moody, Psimas, Smith, Rowe Nays: None - New Business - 18 - 449 - Boards and Commissions There were no appointments.