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On 8/3/2021, both MVPD K9 teams visited several block parties for Nite to Unite. We answered questions and shared information with residents about the K9 Unit, and how our K9 partners serve the community. The adults and children in attendance were able to socialize with the K9's. On 8/4/21, Officer Erickson and K9 Niko, and K9 Grizz and I (Sgt. Schultes) attended the Abiding Savior Family Fun Night. We spoke to adults and children in attendance about the MVPD K9 Unit, and they were able to socialize with the K9's. On 8/21/21, both MVPD K9 teams gave a demonstration for the Mounds View Festival in the Park. The K9 teams gave demonstrations in obedience, article and drug searches, suspect search, apprehension, and a mock vehicle pursuit. The event was well attended, with at least 200 spectators there to celebrate K9 Niko at his final Festival in the Park demonstration. After the demonstration, the attendees were able to socialize with the K9's. On 9/18/21, both MVPD K9 teams gave a demonstration for the Children's Organ Transplant Association fundraiser. The K9 teams gave demonstrations in obedience, article and drug searches, suspect search, apprehension, and a mock vehicle pursuit. After the demonstration, the attendees were able to socialize with the K9's. On 10/23/2021, Mounds View officers were dispatched to the 2200 block of Mounds View Boulevard for a large fight. The caller reported that 40 people were fighting with staff in the establishment. Due to the circumstances, I (Sgt. Schultes) arrived and deployed K9 Grizz on lead. When officers made entry, a female was seen trying to climb over the counter to assault staff. Upon seeing officers, the group quickly dispersed. I placed K9 Grizz in a "down" position in sight of the group until there was no longer an immediate threat to the public or the officers. Multiple suspects were later cited and trespassed after the investigation was completed. In December, 2021, Sgt. Schultes and K9 Grizz completed the Tac 21 patrol certification with the assistance of Officers Le Voir, Dison, and Aase. They were the first team to complete the new certification program focused on officer safety and search tactics. The certification is aimed at improving the safety of all involved parties during K9 deployments. Additionally, K9 Grizz was deployed on numerous occasions throughout the year for building searches and as a K9 presence to safely deescalate situations.