AGENDA REPORT
Meeting Date: July 16, 2024
Item Number:
To: Honorable Mayor & City Council
From: Chief Mark Stainbrook
Subject: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS
AUTHORIZING THE BEVERLY HILLS POLICE
DEPARTMENT’S MILITARY EQUIPMENT USE INVENTORY IN
ACCORDANCE WITH GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 7071
Attachments: 1. Draft City Ordinance
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council move to waive the full reading and introduce the following ordinance entitled:
“AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS AUTHORIZING THE BEVERLY HILLS POLICE DEPARTMENT’S MILITARY EQUIPMENT USE INVENTORY IN ACCORDANCE WITH GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 7071.” Staff recommends that the City Council review the attached “BHPD Military Equipment Inventory,” which outlines the items requested by the Beverly Hills Police Department (“BHPD”).
This item is being reintroduced by staff with the correct attachment.
INTRODUCTION
On September 30, 2021, Governor Newsom signed Assembly Bill 481 (“AB 481”), adding sections 7070 et seq. to the Government Code, to address the funding, acquisition, and use of military equipment by California law enforcement agencies.
Effective January 1, 2022, AB 481 requires law enforcement agencies to obtain approval from their governing body to obtain any new or additional military equipment.
The BHPD discussed its request to acquire new military equipment and restock previously-approved types of equipment during its “community engagement meeting”
held during the City Council Study Session on May 7, 2024, pursuant to Government Code § 7072(b).
DISCUSSION
AB 481 has designated certain equipment as “military equipment” under Government Code § 7070(c). The BHPD seeks approval to add new and additional equipment to the Military Equipment Inventory, as outlined in the attachment and listed below.
In order to approve the items, City Council must determine the following pursuant to Government Code § 7071(d)(1):
The military equipment is necessary because there is no reasonable alternative that can achieve the same objective of officer and civilian safety. The proposed military equipment use policy will safeguard the public’s welfare, safety, civil rights, and civil liberties.
If purchasing the equipment, the equipment is reasonably cost effective compared to available alternatives that can achieve the same objective of officer and civilian safety.
Prior military equipment use complied with the military equipment use police that was in effect at the time, or if prior uses did not comply with the accompanying military equipment use policy, corrective action has been taken to remedy nonconforming uses and ensure future compliance.
FISCAL IMPACT
The cost of the requested items are outlined below. No additional funding is requested for these purchases.
Item Total Cost Funding Source
DJI Matrice 350 RTK with Care
Plus (4)
$24,000 Private Donation
Skydio X-10 $18,000 Private Donation and Fund 400
Line #170-109*
4550-Frangible Impact-Orange
Marking Powder
$3,866 Department Budget
The BHPD further requests to replenish the below listed items, as well as increase the authorized quantities.
* Use of Fund 400 funds for these drone purchases previously approved by City Council on April 12, 2022 and May 2, 2023.
Mark Stainbrook
Chief of Police
Approved By
Attachment 1
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ORDINANCE NO. 24-O-______
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS AUTHORIZING
THE BEVERLY HILLS POLICE DEPARTMENT’S MILITARY
EQUIPMENT USE INVENTORY IN ACCORDANCE WITH
GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 7071
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
WHEREAS, on September 30, 2021, the State Legislature enacted Assembly Bill 481 (“AB 481”), adding sections 7070 et seq. to the Government Code, requiring law enforcement agencies to obtain approval from their governing body before acquiring military equipment, as defined by Government Code section 7070(c); and
WHEREAS, Government Code section 7071 requires law enforcement agencies to obtain approval from their governing body by an ordinance adopting a military equipment use policy, at a regular meeting held pursuant to open meeting laws, prior to taking certain actions relating to the funding, acquisition, or use of military equipment; and WHEREAS, on April 26, 2022, City Council adopted its military equipment use ordinance, Ordinance No. 22-O-2859, approving the Beverly Hills Police Department’s Military Equipment Use Policy (“Policy 706”) and Military Equipment Use Inventory; and WHEREAS, on May 2, 2023, City Council authorized the Beverly Hills Police Department’s new Military Equipment Use Inventory (Ordinance No-23-O-2875) and renewed its military equipment ordinance (Ordinance No-23-O-2876); and WHEREAS, on November 21, 2023, City Council authorized the Beverly Hills Police Department’s new Military Equipment Use Inventory (Ordinance No-23-O-2884); and WHEREAS, the Beverly Hills Police Department currently possesses equipment that qualifies under the definition of “military equipment” in Government Code section 7070(c), and wishes to continue to use such equipment in a responsible manner to ensure the safety of the community and its residents; and
WHEREAS, the Beverly Hills Police Department seeks to add to its existing Military Equipment Use Inventory by permanently acquiring two new drone models and specialty munitions, as well as authorizing the purchase of additional weapons previously authorized and identified in the attached new Beverly Hills Police Department Military Equipment Inventory, for the purpose of protecting the safety of officers, residents and visitors in the City of Beverly Hills in high-risk situations; and
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WHEREAS, in accordance with Government Code Section 7071(b), the Beverly Hills Police Department submitted a proposed military equipment use policy to the City Council and has posted a copy of the policy on the Beverly Hills Police Department’s website; and WHEREAS, in accordance with Government Code Section 7072(b), the Beverly Hills Police Department held a community engagement meeting on May 7, 2024, at which time the public had the opportunity to comment on the annual military equipment report; proposed military equipment use policy; the renewal of the military equipment use ordinance; inventory list; and the Department’s funding, acquisition, or use of military equipment.
NOW, THEREFORE,
Section 1. The City Council hereby finds that all of the facts set forth in the Recitals above are true and correct.
Section 2. Legislative Findings. Pursuant to Government Code Section 7071, the City Council considered the adoption of this Ordinance at a regular, public meeting on July 16, 2024, and based on the facts set forth above, the Agenda Report, the information provided to the City Council at the public meeting, and the record thereof which is incorporated by this reference, the City Council hereby determines and makes the following findings:
A. The military equipment identified in the Beverly Hills Police Department’s Military Equipment Inventory are necessary because there is no reasonable alternative that can achieve the same objective of officer and civilian safety for the reasons identified in the Military Equipment Inventory; and
B. The military equipment identified in the Beverly Hills Police Department’s Military Equipment Inventory will safeguard the public’s welfare, safety, civil rights, and civil liberties for the reasons identified in the Military Equipment Inventory; and
C. The military equipment identified in the Beverly Hills Police Department’s Military Equipment Inventory are necessary because there are no cost effective alternatives; and D. Prior military equipment use complied with Beverly Hills Police Department Policy 706, or if prior uses did not comply with the accompanying military equipment use policy, corrective action has been taken to remedy nonconforming uses and ensure future compliance.
Section 3. Pursuant to Government Code Section 7071, the City Council hereby authorizes the Beverly Hills Police Department to acquire new types of military equipment and a larger quantity of previously-approved equipment identified in the Beverly Hills Police Department’s Military Equipment Inventory, as set forth in the attached Exhibit A and incorporated by this reference.
Section 4. Severability. If any section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance or its application to any person or circumstance, is for any reason held to be invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity or 3 B0785-0001\2947910v6.doc
unenforceability shall not affect the validity or enforceability of the remaining sections, subsections, subdivisions, paragraphs, sentences, clauses or phrases of this ordinance, or its application to any other person or circumstance. The City Council declares that it would have adopted each section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause, phrase hereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, subdivisions, paragraphs, sentences, clauses or phrases hereof be declared invalid or unenforceable.
Section 5. Publication. The City Clerk shall cause this Ordinance to be published at least once in a newspaper of general circulation published and circulated in the City within fifteen (15) days after its passage in accordance with Section 36933 of the Government Code, shall certify to the adoption of this Ordinance, and shall cause this Ordinance and this certification, together with proof of publication, to be entered in the Book of Ordinances of the Council of this City.
Section 6. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall go into effect and be in full force and effect at 12:01 a.m. on the thirty-first (31st) day after its passage.
Section 7. Certification. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Ordinance and shall cause the same to be published in the manner prescribed by law.
Adopted:
Effective:
LESTER J. FRIEDMAN
Mayor of the City of
Beverly Hills, California
ATTEST:
_______________________________(SEAL)
HUMA AHMED
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM: APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
LAURENCE S. WIENER
City Attorney
NANCY HUNT-COFFEY
City Manager
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EXHIBIT A
BEVERLY HILLS POLICE DEPARTMENT - MILITARY EQUIPMENT INVENTORY
BEVERLY HILLS POLICE DEPARTMENT
MILITARY EQUIPMENT INVENTORY
Item Category: Specialty (Less Lethal) Munitions
Description 4550 Frangible Impact- Orange Marking Powder Quantity 96 (to be purchased) Authorized: 100
Capability Can be launched via a 40mm launcher
Life Span 5-year manufacturer warranty
Manufacturer’s
Description
This 40mm aluminum cartridge launches frangible Impact+ munitions that are spin-stabilized projectile and deliver the multi-effects of blunt trauma and dispersal of inert or marking powder on and around target. The munition is used from a stand-off distance and it is effective to disperse unruly crowds during riots and civil disorder.
Purpose To safely resolve critical situations such as crowd control during riotous situations and high-risk tactical operations.
Authorized Use SWAT trained personnel, Less Lethal trained personnel Legal and
Procedural
Rules
It is the policy of BHPD to utilize the 40mm only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law, including those regarding use of force.
BHPD Policy 303 – Control Devices & Techniques
Fiscal Impact Initial Cost: $40.27 each
Re-Occurring Costs: $3,865.92
Maintenance Costs: N/A
Year Obtained: 2024
How acquired: Department Budget
Training POST Approved SWAT School / POST Approved Chemical Agent Instructor School / In-house training
Necessity Government Code
§ 7071(d)(1)(A)
This less lethal munition allows officers to confront
a potentially armed or dangerous suspect from a
further distance. They also can be used to safely
resolve critical situations such as crowd control
during riotous situations and high-risk tactical
operations. When necessary, there is no
alternative to these less lethal weapon systems.
Public Welfare Government Code
§ 7071(d)(1)(B)
These weapons are less lethal and afford officers
an added option to avoid lethal force encounters.
Cost Effective Government Code
§ 7071(d)(1)(C)
This is a low cost item with no available
alternative.
Compliance Government Code
§ 7071(d)(1)(D)
Use is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use”
Blue Team Entry and electronically submitted.
BEVERLY HILLS POLICE DEPARTMENT
MILITARY EQUIPMENT INVENTORY
Item Category: Specialty (Less Lethal) Munitions
Description DIRECT IMPACT 40MM OC
Quantity 4 Authorized: 200 (previously 100)
Capability Can be launched via a 40mm launcher.
Life Span 5-year manufacturer warranty
Manufacturer's
Description
The 40mm Direct Impact Round consists of a plastic body and a crushable foam nose that contains a powder payload. The crushable foam nose dissipates energy upon impact while releasing the powder payload. The 40mm is a “point-of-aim, pointof-impact” direct fire round that is most commonly used by tactical teams in situations where greater accuracy and deliverable energy is desired for the incapacitation of an aggressive, non-compliant subject at longer distances. The 40mm Direct Impact Round is intended for direct fire deployment. The 40mm Direct Impact Round will prove most successful for incapacitation when used within their optimal energy range of approximately 5–40 meters.
Purpose To safely resolve critical situations such as crowd control during riotous situations and high-risk tactical operations.
Authorized Use SWAT personnel,
Less Lethal trained personnel
Legal and
Procedural Rules
It is the policy of BHPD to utilize the 40mm only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law, including those regarding use of force.
BHPD Policy 303 – Control Devices & Techniques
Fiscal Impact Initial Cost: $3,840 ($40 each)
Re-Occurring Costs: average annual cost of $720(40/year) Year Obtained: 2024
How was it acquired: Department funds
Training POST Approved SWAT School / POST Approved Less Lethal Instructor School / In-house training
Necessity Government Code
§ 7071(d)(1)(A)
A less lethal method used to address violent
or riotous crowds when there is a risk of
physical safety. They also allow officers to
confront potentially armed or dangerous
supects at a longer distance. When
necessary, there is no alternative to these
less lethal weapon systems.
Public Welfare Government Code
§ 7071(d)(1)(B)
These weapons are less lethal and afford
officers an added option to avoid lethal force
encounters.
Cost Effective Government Code
§ 7071(d)(1)(C)
This is a low cost item.
BEVERLY HILLS POLICE DEPARTMENT
MILITARY EQUIPMENT INVENTORY
Compliance Government Code
§ 7071(d)(1)(D)
Use is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use”
Blue Team Entry and electronically submitted.
Use has been in compliance with Military
Equipment Use Policy 706 from May 2023 to
present. No complaint or concerned was
received.
BEVERLY HILLS POLICE DEPARTMENT
MILITARY EQUIPMENT INVENTORY
Item Category: Specialty (Less Lethal) Munitions
Description DIRECT IMPACT 40MM CS
Quantity 21 Authorized: 200 (previously 100)
Capability Can be launched via a 40mm launcher.
Life Span 5-year manufacturer warranty
Manufacturer's
Desc
The 40mm Direct Impact Round consists of a plastic body and a crushable foam nose that contains a powder payload. The crushable foam nose dissipates energy upon impact while releasing the powder payload. The 40mm is a “point-of-aim, point-of-impact” direct fire round that is most commonly used by tactical teams in situations where greater accuracy and deliverable energy is desired for the incapacitation of an aggressive, non-compliant subject at longer distances. The 40mm Direct Impact Round is intended for direct fire deployment. The 40mm Direct Impact Round will prove most successful for incapacitation when used within their optimal energy range of approximately 5–40 meters.
Purpose To safely resolve critical situations such as crowd control during riotous situations and high-risk tactical operations.
Authorized Use SWAT personnel
Chemical Agent certified personnel
Less Lethal certified personnel
Legal and
Procedural Rules
It is the policy of BHPD to utilize the 40mm only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law, including those regarding use of force.
BHPD Policy 303 – Control Devices & Techniques
Fiscal Impact Initial Cost: $3,840 ($40 each)
Re-Occurring Costs: average annual cost of $770 (40/year) Year Obtained: 2024
How acquired: Department funds
Training POST Approved SWAT School / POST Approved Chemical Agent Instructor School / In-house training
Necessity Government Code
§ 7071(d)(1)(A)
A less lethal method used to address violent
or riotous crowds when there is a risk of
physical safety. They are also used to safely
extract a suspect from a fixed location or
safely detain a suspect who poses a risk of
violence to officers. Allows officers to deploy a
less lethal chemical agent into a structure
where other weapons would not be capable of
doing so. When these items are reasonable
and necessary for use, there is no other
alternative.
Public Welfare Government Code
§ 7071(d)(1)(B)
These weapons are less lethal and afford
officers an added option to avoid lethal force
encounters.
BEVERLY HILLS POLICE DEPARTMENT
MILITARY EQUIPMENT INVENTORY
Cost Effective Government Code
§ 7071(d)(1)(C)
This is a low cost item.
Compliance Government Code
§ 7071(d)(1)(D)
Use is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use”
Blue Team Entry and electronically submitted.
Use has been in compliance with Military
Equipment Use Policy 706 from May 2023 to
present. No complaint or concerned was
received.
BEVERLY HILLS POLICE DEPARTMENT
MILITARY EQUIPMENT INVENTORY
Item Category: Specialty (Less Lethal) Munitions
Description Military-Style Maximum – Smoke HC Grenade
Quantity 6 Authorized: 200 (previously 50)
Capability Can be hand thrown, deployed via robot, launched, or placed into a Munitions Pole
Life Span 5-year manufacturer warranty
Manufacturer's
Description
Hexachloroethane (HC) smoke is discharged through four (4) gas ports located on top of the canister. Due to the high metal content, HC smoke is dark in comparison to Saf-Smoke™ that is utilized in all other Defense Technology® smoke devices (except the Large-Style Maximum Smoke Grenade). It is similar to the military-style grenade and incorporates a steel canister. Designed specifically for outdoor use in crowd management situations, the Maximum Smoke Grenade is a high volume, slow burning device that deploys large quantities of grey-white colored smoke for approximately 1.5 to 2 minutes. The device should be deployed utilizing wind advantage.
Purpose To safely resolve critical situations such as crowd control during riotous situations and high-risk tactical operations. It can be utilized as a carrying agent (multiplier) for smaller OC, CN or CS munitions, or for concealing the movement of agency personnel.
It may also be used as a distraction to focus attention away from other activities.
Authorized Use Special Weapons and Tactics Team (SWAT)
Chemical Agent certified personnel
Legal and
Procedural Rules
It is the policy of BHPD to utilize chemical agents only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law, including those regarding use of force.
BHPD Policy 303 – Control Devices & Techniques
Fiscal Impact Initial Cost: $4,950 ($33 each)
Re-Occurring Costs: average annual cost of $1,350 (50/year) Year Obtained: 2024
How acquired: Department funds
Training POST Approved SWAT School / POST Approved Chemical Agent Instructor School / In-house training
Necessity Government Code
§ 7071(d)(1)(A)
A less lethal method used to address violent
or riotous crowds when there is a risk of
physical safety. Allows officers to deploy a
less lethal chemical agent into a structure
where other weapons would not be capable of
doing so. When these items are reasonable
and necessary for use, there is no other
alternative.
Public Welfare Government Code
§ 7071(d)(1)(B)
These weapons are less lethal and afford
officers an added option to avoid lethal force
encounters.
BEVERLY HILLS POLICE DEPARTMENT
MILITARY EQUIPMENT INVENTORY
Cost Effective Government Code
§ 7071(d)(1)(C)
This is a low cost item.
Compliance Government Code
§ 7071(d)(1)(D)
Use is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use”
Blue Team Entry and electronically submitted.
Use has been in compliance with Military
Equipment Use Policy 706 from May 2023 to
present. No complaint or concerned was
received.
BEVERLY HILLS POLICE DEPARTMENT
MILITARY EQUIPMENT INVENTORY
Item Category: Specialty (Less Lethal) Munitions
Description Exact Impact LE 40mm Extended Range Sponge Round Quantity 12 Authorized: 100 (previously 20)
Capability This intermediate less lethal specialty munition allows for direct impact from a minimum range of 33ft./10m out to a maximum effective range of 230ft / 70m.
Life Span 5-year manufacturer warranty
Manufacturer's
Description
The Exact Impact 40mm sponge round is a point-of-aim, point-ofimpact direct-fire round. This lightweight, high-speed projectile consisting of a plastic body and sponge nose that is spin stabilized via the incorporated rifling collar and the 40mm launcher's rifled barrel. The round utilizes smokeless powder as the propellant, and, therefore, have velocities that are extremely consistent. Used for crowd control, patrol, and tactical applications.
Purpose To safely resolve critical situations such as crowd control during riotous situations and high-risk tactical operations.
Authorized Use BHPD SWAT
Legal and
Procedural Rules
It is the policy of BHPD to utilize 40mm only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law, including those regarding use of force.
BHPD Policy 303 – Control Devices & Techniques
Fiscal Impact Initial Cost: $3,840 ($40 each)
Re-Occurring Costs: average annual cost of $372 (12/year) Year Obtained: 2024
How acquired: Department funds
Training In-house range training
Necessity Government Code
§ 7071(d)(1)(A)
This less lethal allows officers to confront a
potentially armed or dangerous suspect at a
longer distance. They also can be used to
safely resolve critical situations such as crowd
control during riotous situations and high-risk
tactical operation. When necessary, there is
no alternative to these less lethal weapon
systems.
Public Welfare Government Code
§ 7071(d)(1)(B)
These weapons are less lethal and afford
officers an added option to avoid lethal force
encounters.
Cost Effective Government Code
§ 7071(d)(1)(C)
This is a low cost item.
Compliance Government Code
§ 7071(d)(1)(D)
Use is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use”
Blue Team Entry and electronically submitted.
Use has been in compliance with Military
Equipment Use Policy 706 from May 2023 to
present. No complaint or concerned was
received.
BEVERLY HILLS POLICE DEPARTMENT
MILITARY EQUIPMENT INVENTORY
Item Category: Specialty (Less Lethal) Munitions
Description 40 MM WARNING/SIGNALING MUNITION, 50 METER
Quantity 77 Authorized: 200 (previously 100)
Capability This intermediate less lethal specialty munition allows for light sound diversion during tactical operations which allows for tactical advantage during high-risk situations.
Life Span 5-year manufacturer warranty
Manufacturer's
Description
The 40mm Aerial Warning/Signaling Munition, 50 meters, is intended for use in situations where stand-off distance is desired, giving the operator the ability to engage crowds, vehicles, or vessels. Launched from a 40mm platform, the munitions deflagrate at a set distance of 50 meters to deliver 170 dB of sound and 5 million candelas of light, noticeable in day or night conditions.
Purpose To safely resolve critical situations such as crowd control during riotous situations and high-risk tactical operations.
Authorized Use Special Weapons and Tactics Team (SWAT)
Legal and
Procedural Rules
It is the policy of BHPD to utilize diversion devices only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law.
Fiscal Impact Initial Cost: $4,176 ($58 each)
Re-Occurring Costs: average annual cost of $1,750 (50/year) Year Obtained: 2024
How acquired: Department funds
Training POST Approved SWAT School / POST Approved Diversionary Device Instructor School
Necessity Government Code
§ 7071(d)(1)(A)
The warning/signaling munitions are used as
a distraction device in order to disorient or
divert a suspect’s attention away from
officers. They can allow officers to gain safer
access to a high-risk situation, giving extra
time to assess and analyze existing threats.
There is no known alternative to a flashbang
when it is necessary.
Public Welfare Government Code
§ 7071(d)(1)(B)
These devices can often lead to a safer
resolution and allow officers to take a suspect
into custody without force. This can prevent
injury to officers and citizens.
Cost Effective Government Code
§ 7071(d)(1)(C)
This is a low cost item.
Compliance Government Code
§ 7071(d)(1)(D)
Use is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use”
Blue Team Entry and electronically submitted.
Use has been in compliance with Military
Equipment Use Policy 706 from May 2023 to
present. No complaint or concerned was
received.
Item Category: Specialty (Less Lethal) Munitions
BEVERLY HILLS POLICE DEPARTMENT
MILITARY EQUIPMENT INVENTORY
Description 6210 – WHITE SMOKE CANISTER GRENADE
Quantity 30 (previously 48) Authorized: 75 (previously 50) Capability Can be hand thrown, launched, or placed into a Munitions Pole Life Span 5-year manufacturer warranty
Manufacturer's
Description
White outdoor smoke grenades are used for obscuring tactical movement and signaling or marking a landing zone.
Purpose To safely resolve critical situations such as crowd control during riotous situations and high-risk tactical operations.
Authorized Use Special Weapons and Tactics Team (SWAT)
Chemical Agent certified personnel
Legal and
Procedural Rules
It is the policy of BHPD to utilize chemical agents only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law.
Fiscal Impact Initial Cost: $1,008 ($42 each)
Re-Occurring Costs: average annual cost of $1,800 (50/year) Maintenance Costs: Consumable item. Replaced as used or expiration. Maintenance cost is equivalent to new device based on current BPA or industry pricing.
Year Obtained: 2024
How acquired: Department funds
Training POST Approved SWAT School / POST Approved Chemical Agent Instructor School / In-house training
Necessity Government Code
§ 7071(d)(1)(A)
The white smoke canister is deployed prior to
deploying CS munitions to determine wind
direction and to assist carrying CS munitions
through the air. When necessary, there is no
alternative to these canisters.
Public Welfare Government Code
§ 7071(d)(1)(B)
The white smoke canister helps to ensure that
CS munitions are deployed in the right
direction and away from innocent citizens.
Cost Effective Government Code
§ 7071(d)(1)(C)
This is a low cost item.
Compliance Government Code
§ 7071(d)(1)(D)
Use is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use”
Blue Team Entry and electronically submitted.
Use has been in compliance with Military
Equipment Use Policy 706 from May 2023 to
present. No complaint or concerned was
received.
BEVERLY HILLS POLICE DEPARTMENT
MILITARY EQUIPMENT INVENTORY
Item Category: Chemical Agents
Description 5230B – CS Baffled canister Grenade, Pyro, Low Flame Potential Quantity 27 (previously 36) Authorized: 240 (previously 100) Capability Can be hand thrown, deployed via robot, launched, placed into a Gas Ram, Burn Safe and Munitions Pole
Life Span 5-year manufacturer warranty
Manufacturer's
Description
The 5230B pyrotechnic grenade is designed for indoor use delivering a maximum amount of irritant smoke throughout multiple rooms with minimal risk of fire.
Purpose To safely resolve critical situations such as crowd control during riotous situations and high-risk tactical operations.
Authorized Use SWAT personnel
Chemical Agent certified personnel
Legal and
Procedural Rules
It is the policy of BHPD to utilize chemical agents only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law, including those regarding use of force.
BHPD Policy 303 – Control Devices & Techniques
Fiscal Impact Initial Cost: $7,200 ($60 each)
Re-Occurring Costs: average annual cost of $3,800 (100/year) Year Obtained: 2024
How acquired: Department funds
Training POST Approved SWAT School / POST Approved Chemical Agent Instructor School / In-house training
Necessity Government Code
§ 7071(d)(1)(A)
A less lethal method that allows officers to
deploy a less lethal chemical agent into a
structure where other weapons would not be
capable of doing so. When these items are
reasonable and necessary for use, there is no
other alternative.
Public Welfare Government Code
§ 7071(d)(1)(B)
These weapons are less lethal and afford
officers an added option to avoid lethal force
encounters.
Cost Effective Government Code
§ 7071(d)(1)(C)
This is a low cost item.
Compliance Government Code
§ 7071(d)(1)(D)
Use is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use”
Blue Team Entry and electronically submitted.
Use has been in compliance with Military
Equipment Use Policy 706 from May 2023 to
present. No complaint or concerned was
received.
BEVERLY HILLS POLICE DEPARTMENT
MILITARY EQUIPMENT INVENTORY
Item Category: Drones
DJI Matrice 350 RTK with Care Plus
Description Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
Quantity 4
Capability
New Control Experience: DJI RC Plus
Equipped with a 7-inch high-bright screen, DJI RC Plus supports Dual Operator Mode and comes with a standard WB37 external battery that offers an operating time of up to six hours, meeting various operation needs.
Built Ready for Harsh Environments: IP54 rated, DJI RC Plus is dust-proof and waterproof to operate reliably in bad weather. The operating temperature is -20° to 50° C (-4° to 122° F), supporting around-the-clock operation even in severely hot or cold environments.
Smooth and Efficient Control: There are several buttons and dials on the front, back, and top of the remote controller for fast operation.
Button functions can be customized to fit users’ habits and deliver an intuitive and flexible experience.
DJI Pilot 2
The DJI Pilot 2 app has been further optimized to clearly present the mission type and flight status. Easy and smooth control of the aircraft and payloads facilitates more efficient operation.
Upgraded Battery System
New Dual-Battery System: The Matrice 350 RTK is equipped with a new TB65 dual-battery system, which supports battery hot swapping and allows for multiple flights without powering off. The battery can be charged up to 400 cycles, [3] reducing the cost of a single flight.
Next-Gen Intelligent Battery Station: The new BS65 Intelligent Battery Station provides a one-stop solution for battery charging, storage, and transport.
Enhanced Flight Safety
Arm Lock Indicator: Thanks to its excellent night vision capabilities, the FPV camera can clearly present the surroundings and obstacles during flight at night. It works in tandem with the PinPoint function to provide better navigation for safe flight, assisting in more confident
BEVERLY HILLS POLICE DEPARTMENT
MILITARY EQUIPMENT INVENTORY
operation at night.
Night-Vision FPV Camera: The Matrice 350 RTK is designed with a six-directional binocular vision system and an infrared sensing system for six-directional awareness, positioning, and obstaclesensing capabilities, providing comprehensive protection during flight.
6-Directional Sensing & Positioning: With the CSM Radar installed, Matrice 350 RTK can detect subtle obstacles upward or within the horizontal 360° range and avoid them in time. [9] The effective detection range is up to 30 m, [10] further improving flight safety.
CSM Radar: The Matrice 350 RTK adds a new arm lock detection function to avoid the risk of unlocked arm sleeves, allowing you to focus on flight with more peace of mind.
Multi-Layered Redundancy Design: Both the aircraft system and the sensor system of the Matrice 350 RTK adopt a redundancy design to maximumly ensure flight safety, allowing you to cope with harsh operating environments more confidently.
Life Span Approximately 5 years
Manufacturer’s
Description
An upgraded flagship drone platform, the Matrice 350 RTK sets a new benchmark for the industry. This next-generation drone platform features an all-new video transmission system and control experience, a more efficient battery system, and more comprehensive safety features, as well as robust payload and expansion capabilities. It is fully powered to inject innovative strength into any aerial operation.
The total weight of the M350, which includes two batteries, is 6.47 kg or a little over fourteen (14) lbs.
Purpose Aerial over watch in all weather and times. Multiple applications for both law enforcement and general use within the City.
Authorized Use Incident Commander or Supervisor Approval. Authorized operators who have completed the required training paired with a FAA part 107 license, shall be permitted to operate the UAS.
Legal and
Procedural
Rules
Use is established in the BHPD Lexipol manual section 303. It is the policy of the BHPD to utilize UAS only for law enforcement purposes, and in a manner that respects the privacy of our community, pursuant to State and Federal Law
Fiscal Impact Initial Cost: $24,000 (Each)
Re-Occurring Costs: N/A
Maintenance Costs: Approximately $500 per unit per year Year Obtained: 2024
How acquired: Chief’s Fund Donation
BEVERLY HILLS POLICE DEPARTMENT
MILITARY EQUIPMENT INVENTORY
Training FAA Part 107 Certificate. Pilots must complete BHPD in house initial training and familiarization with M350 flight characteristics.
Necessity Government Code
§ 7071(d)(1)(A)
The UAV provides police personnel with the ability
to more quickly respond to emergency calls for
service enhancing public safety. The use of UAV
allows police personnel to asess potentially
dangerous situations from a safe vantage point
and can be used to direct police resources on the
ground and mitigate the risk of harm to officers
and the public. There is no known alternative
which could provide the same capabilities.
Public Welfare Government Code
§ 7071(d)(1)(B)
The use of these UAV’s positively impact public
welfare as they expedite the arrival of police
resources at emergency calls for service and
improve they promote de-ecalation and
appropriate tactics.
Cost Effective Government Code
§ 7071(d)(1)(C)
$24,000 is a reasonable cost for a commercialgrade UAV with a 5 year life span.
Compliance Government Code
§ 7071(d)(1)(D)
Each UAV use is recorded on a “Drones as a First
Responder” (DFR) and electronically submitted.
Use of the UAV has been in compliance with
Military Equipment Use Policy 706 from May 2023
to present. No complaint or concerned was
received.
BEVERLY HILLS POLICE DEPARTMENT
MILITARY EQUIPMENT INVENTORY
Item Category: Drones
Skydio X-10
Description Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
Quantity 4
Capability Detect, reduce and clear threats in complex terrain such as dense urban areas, and confined spaces in day or night situations.
Life Span Approximately 5 years
Manufacturer’s
Description
Designed from the ground up to bring the performance of a heavy drone to a backpack portable device. Weighing under 4.7 pounds with a 13.8 inch length, the Skydio X10 folds into the most compact size of any drone with similar sensors, truly enabling one-person operation.
Quiet propulsion. The efficient motors and folding 3-blade design of the Skydio X10 delivers a quiet flight profile while allowing for top speeds of up to 45 mph in stable air.
Lightweight materials. A lightweight and durable magnesium and carbon fiber frame, coupled with an innovative graphite heatspreading system, ensures the Skydio X10 can withstand harsh environments to deliver vital aerial intelligence, anytime.
Purpose Outdoor Tactical Scouting / Training, Quick deployment and Ariel Over watch during day and night time situations.
Authorized Use Incident Commander or Supervisor Approval. Officers and supervisors who have training and paired with a FAA Part 107 license.
Legal and
Procedural Rules
Use is established in the BHPD Lexipol manual section 303. It is the policy of the BHPD to utilize UAS only for law enforcement purposes, and in a manner that respects the privacy of our community, pursuant to State and Federal Law
Fiscal Impact Initial Cost: $18,000 (Each)
Re-Occurring Costs: 0
Maintenance Costs: $500 per unit per year
Year Obtained:2024
How acquired: Chiefs Fund Donation and Fund 400 re-allocation Training FAA Part 107 Certificate. Pilots must complete BHPD in house initial training and familiarization with X-10 flight characteristics.
Necessity Government Code
§ 7071(d)(1)(A)
The UAV provides visibility to high-risk
locations. It is able to enter small, enclosed
strucures as well as provide overhead
observations. There is no known alternatives
which could provide the same visibility to
safely access these locations.
Public Welfare Government Code
§ 7071(d)(1)(B)
Without the use of the UAV, officers would
have to deploy to high-risk locations which
would increase the risk for both the officers
and the members of the public.
BEVERLY HILLS POLICE DEPARTMENT
MILITARY EQUIPMENT INVENTORY
Cost Effective Government Code
§ 7071(d)(1)(C)
$18,000 is a reasonable cost for a
commercial-grade UAV with a 5 year life
span.
Compliance Government Code
§ 7071(d)(1)(D)
Prior to the adoption of Policy 706, BHPD was
not required to have and did not have a
specific policy relating to the use of military
equipment. Any improper use of Departmental
equipment or alleged violations of Department
policies were evaluated and reviewed with
corrective action taken pursuant to Policy
1010 and Policy 320 when appropriate. After
the adoption of this Policy, the designated
Military Equipment Coordinator will ensure
future compliance with this Policy.