LATEST FOUNDATION NEWS
K9 officer Stark is retiring this year after a long and distinguished service with the Washington County Sheriff's Office.
Stark and his partner Corporal. Akin have worked together for over 10 years and have an agency record-setting 320 captures. Stark earned the Top Dog Award at the 2014 Washington County K9 Trials and always brought a bit of fun to shift with his festive-themed costumes.
This real-life Iron Man had an unstoppable career - he recovered from double knee surgery in 2017 and returned to work, keeping Washington County safe. Stark loved to work; his favorite job was coming to work each night with Corporal. Akin. He will now enjoy his well-earned retirement with the Akin family.
Mark your calendar for the 2023 Washington County K9 Trials competition! Join us for a FREE FAMILY EVENT as law enforcement K9 teams compete for the "Top Dog" title on Saturday, May 20, at the Hillsboro Stadium (4450 NE Century Blvd, Hillsboro, OR 97124).
In partnership with the Washington County Sheriff's Office and the Sheriff's Office Foundation, this event provides a great opportunity for the public to connect with local public safety agencies and learn about the talented K9 units protecting our communities.
We hope to see you there!
More information: https://bit.ly/K9Trials2023
The Washington County Sheriff's Office Community Outreach Team coordinates programs and presentations for enhanced safety and community building. The team provides education and resources to the public and welcomes the opportunity to promote safety strategies and share educational presentations with local groups and organizations.
Topics include Sheriff’s Office updates, neighborhood watch/business watch, internet safety, personal safety, and scams/fraud.
We prioritize community outreach and creating positive, lasting relationships with our community members and groups. We also utilize community events and functions as educational opportunities for enhanced crime prevention guidance.
If you have an upcoming event or presentation need, please visit our Community Outreach page or email us at PublicAffairs@washingtoncountyor.gov.