BEVERLY
HILLS
AGENDA REPORT
Meeting Date: August 4, 2026Item Number:
To: Honorable Mayor & City Council
From: Laurence S. Wiener, City Attorney
Subject: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS RENEWING ITS MILITARY EQUIPMENT USE ORDINANCE IN ACCORDANCE WITh
GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 7071
Attachments: 1. Ordinance
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council move to waive the full reading and adopt the ordinance entitled: “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS RENEWiNG ITS MILITARY EQUIPMENT USE ORDINANCE IN ACCORDANCE Wfll-1 GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 7071.”INT ION
At its July 21, 2026 meeting, the City Council conducted a first reading of this ordinance and introduced it.
DISCUSSION
On September 30, 2021, Governor Newsom signed Assembly Bill 481 (“AB 481”), addingsections 7070 et seq. to the Government Code, to address the funding, acquisition, and use of military equipment by law enforcement agencies in California. Effective January 1, 2022, AB 481 requires California law enforcement agencies to obtain annual approval from their governing body by an ordinance adopting a military equipment use policy at a regular meeting of the governing body (Government Code § 7071(a)(1)).
On April 26, 2022, Council approved the Military Equipment Ordinance, adopting the Beverly Hills Police Department’s (“Department’s”) Policy 706 and Military Equipment Inventory, which were subsequently renewed annually in subsequent years.
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Meeting Date: August 4, 2026
On September 16, 2025, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 25-0-2921, renewingapproval for the Department’s existing Policy 706 and referenced Military Equipment Use Inventory.
On September 16, 2025, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 25-0-2922, authorizing the acquisition of new equipment to be added to the Military Equipment Use Inventory.
On June 9, 2026, the Department submitted the BHPD Annual Report, containing the 2026 Inventory, and Policy 706, as well as a military equipment use presentation to City Council during a Study Session.On June 23, 2026, the Department held a “Community Engagement Meeting” pursuant to section (b) of Government Code section 7072, to allow the public to discuss and inquire into its funding, acquisition, or use of military equipment, as well as any new proposals topurchase military equipment.
On July 21, 2026, the City Council made the following required findings pursuant to subdivision (d)(1) of Government Code section 7071:
• 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 corn pared to available alternatives that can achieve the same objective of officer and civilian safety.
• Prior military equipment use complied with the military equipment use policy 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 remedynonconforming uses and ensure future compliance.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no anticipated fiscal impact to the City for renewing the military equipment useordinance.
Laurence S. Wiener
City Attorney
Approved By
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1 ORDINANCE NO. 26-0-
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS RENEWING ITSMILITARY EQUIPMENT USE ORDINANCE IN ACCORDANCE WITHGOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 7071 THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS DOES HEREBY ORDAIN ASFOLLOWS:
WHEREAS, Assembly Bill 481 (“AB 481”) (Government Code section 7070 et seq.) was enacted to promote transparency in the use and acquisition of military equipment by lawenforcement agencies; and WHEREAS, Government Code section 7071 requires each law enforcement agency 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 initial military equipment use ordinance, Ordinance No. 22-0-2859, approving the Beverly Hills Police Department’s Military Equipment Use Policy (“Policy 706”) and Military Equipment Use Inventory, and has subsequently authorized the Department’s new inventory and renewed the military equipmentordinance on an annual basis; and WHEREAS, the Beverly Hills Police Department currently possesses equipment that qualifies under the definition of “military equipment” in subdivision (c) of Government Code section 7070, and wishes to continue to use such equipment in a responsible manner to ensure thesafety of the community and its residents; and WHEREAS, in accordance with subdivision (e)(1) of Government Code Section 7071, a law enforcement agency seeking to continue the use of any military equipment must annually commence the governing body renewal process for the military equipment use ordinance adopted by the governing body; and
WHEREAS, renewal of the military equipment use ordinance is necessary in order to continue the use of such equipment for the purpose of protecting the safety of officers, residents,and visitors in the City of Beverly Hills; and WHEREAS, in accordance with subdivision (a) of Government Code Section 7072, the Beverly Hills Police Department submitted an annual military equipment report for each typeof military equipment approved to the City Council and posted a copy of the annual report on the Beverly Hills Police Department’s website; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with subdivision (b) of Government Code Section 7072, the Beverly Hills Police Department held a community engagement meeting on June 23, 2026, at 1 B0785-0001\3256396v3 .doc
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 August 4, 2026, and based on the facts set forth above, the Agenda Report, the information provided to the City Council at public meetings, including but not limited to the Annual Use Report, and the record thereof which is incorporated by this reference, the City Council hereby determines and makes thefollowing 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 renews and incorporates by reference its previously adopted military equipment use ordinances,as well as the Beverly Hills Police Department’s Military Equipment Use Policy 706, which references the Department’s Inventory. Policy 706 is attached as Exhibit A, and the ordinance immediately preceding this renewal, Ordinance No-25-O-2921, is attached as Exhibit B.
Section 4. Severability. If any section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase ofthis 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 orunenforceability shall not affect the validity or enforceability of the remaining sections, subsections, subdivisions, paragraphs, sentences, clauses or phrases of this ordinance, or itsapplication to any other person or circumstance. The City Council declares that it would haveadopted each section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause, phrase hereof 2 80785-0001\3256396v3.doc
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 in accordance with Section 36933 of the Government Code, shall certify to the adoption of thisOrdinance, 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.rn. on the thirty-first (3 1st) 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:
CRAIG A. CORMAN
Mayor of the City ofBeverly Hills, California
ATTEST:
____________________________(SEAL)
HUMA ARMEDCity Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM: APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:LAURENCE S. WIENER RYAN GORLICH City Attorney City Manager
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706.1 PURPOSE AND SCOPE
The purpose of this policy is to provide guidelines for the approval, acquisition, and reporting requirements ofmilitary equipment (Government Code § 7070; Government Code § 7071; Government Code § 7072). 706.1.1 DEFINITIONS
Definitions related to this policy include (Government Code § 7070):Governing body — The elected or appointed body that oversees the Department.
Military equipment — Includes but is not limited to the following:
• Unmanned, remotely piloted, powered aerial or ground vehicles.• Mine-resistant ambush-protected (MRAP) vehicles or armored personnel carriers. • High mobility multipurpose wheeled vehicles (HMMWV), two-and-one-half-ton trucks, five-ton trucks, or wheeled vehicles that have a breaching or entry apparatus attached. • Tracked armored vehicles that provide ballistic protection to their occupants.• Command and control vehicles that are either built or modified to facilitate the operational control and direction of public safety units.
• Weaponized aircraft, vessels, or vehicles of any kind.• Battering rams, slugs, and breaching apparatuses that are explosive in nature. This does not include a handheld, one-person ram.
• Firearms and ammunition of .50 caliber or greater, excluding standard-issue shotguns and standard-issue shotgun ammunition.
• Specialized firearms and ammunition of less than .50 caliber, including firearms and accessories identified as assault weapons in Penal Code § 30510 and Penal Code § 30515, with the exception of standard-issuefirearms. • Any firearm or firearm accessory that is designed to launch explosive projectiles. • Noise-flash diversionary devices and explosive breaching tools. • Munitions containing tear gas or OC, excluding standard, service-issued handheld pepper spray.• Area denial electroshock devices, microwave weapons, water cannons, long-range acoustic devices (LRADs), acoustic hailing devices, and sound cannons.
• Kinetic energy weapons and munitions.• Any other equipment as determined by a governing body or a state agency to require additional oversight.
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706.2 POLICY
It is the policy of the Beverly Hills Police Department that members of this Department comply with the provisionsof Government Code § 7071 with respect to military equipment. 706.3 MILITARY EQUIPMENT COORDINATOR
The Chief of Police should designate a member of this Department to act as the military equipment coordinator. Theresponsibilities of the military equipment coordinator include but are not limited to:
a. Acting as liaison to the governing body for matters related to the requirements of this policy. b. Identifying Department equipment that qualifies as military equipment in the current possession of the Department, or the equipment the Department intends to acquire that requires approval by the governing body. c. Conducting an inventory of all military equipment at least annually. d. Collaborating with any allied agency that may use military equipment within the jurisdiction of the Department (Government Code § 7071).
e. Preparing for, scheduling, and coordinating the annual community engagement meeting to include:
1. Publicizing the details of the meeting.
2. Preparing for public questions regarding the Department’s funding, acquisition, and use of equipment. f. Preparing the annual military equipment report for submission to the Chief of Police and ensuring that the report is made available on the Department website (Government Code § 7072). g. Implementing the procedure for a person to submit a complaint,concern, or question about the use of a type of military equipment, and how the Department will respond in a timely manner. 706.4 MILITARY EQUIPMENT INVENTORY
All military equipment maintained by the Beverly Hills Police Department shall be inventoried and logged with the following information:
a. The description of each type, including the manufacturer’s description of the equipment. b. The capabilities of the equipment.
c. The purposes and authorized uses for which the Department proposes to use the equipment. d. The expected lifespan of the equipment.
e. The fiscal impact of the equipment, both initially and for ongoing annual maintenance. f. The quantity of the equipment, whether maintained or sought. g. The legal and procedural rules that govern the authorized use. h. The training that must be completed before use.
CURRENT MILITARY EQUIPMENT INVENTORYRefer to the Beverly Hills Police Department’s Military Equipment Use Annual Report located on the Department’s website.Department Website
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MAINTENANCE OF MILITARY EQUIPMENT SUPPLY LEVELSWhen stocks of military equipment have reached significantly low levels or have been exhausted, the Department may order up to the pre-authorized quantity approved by City Council, of stock in a calendar year in accordance withthe annual military equipment report and this policy. 706.5 APPROVAL
The Chief of Police or the authorized designee shall obtain approval from the governing body by way of anordinance adopting the military equipment use policy. As part of the approval process, the Chief of Police or theauthorized designee shall ensure the proposed military equipment use policy is submitted to the governing body andis available on the Department website at least 30 days prior to any public hearing concerning the military equipmentat issue (Government Code § 7071). The military equipment use policy must be approved by the governing body prior to engaging in any of the following (Government Code § 7071):
a. Requesting military equipment made available pursuant to 10 USC § 2576a. b. Seeking funds for military equipment, including but not limited to applying for a grant, soliciting or accepting private, local, state, or federal funds, in-kind donations, or other donations or transfers. c. Acquiring military equipment either permanently or temporarily, including by borrowing or leasing. d. Collaborating with another law enforcement agency in the deployment or other use of military equipment within the jurisdiction of this Department.
e. Using any new or existing military equipment for a purpose, in a manner, or by a person not previously approved by the governing body.
f. Soliciting or responding to a proposal for, or entering into an agreement with, any other person or entity to seek funds for, apply to receive, acquire, use, or collaborate in the use of military equipment. g. Acquiring military equipment through any means not provided above. 706.6 COORDINATION WITH OTHER JURISDICTIONS
Military equipment used by any member of this Department shall be approved for use and in accordance with thisDepartment policy. Military equipment used by other jurisdictions that are providing mutual aid to this Departmentor operating in conjunction in a law enforcement capacity with this Department, shall comply with their respective military equipment use policies in rendering mutual aid. 706.7 ANNUAL REPORT
Upon approval of a military equipment use policy, the Chief of Police or the authorized designee should submit a military equipment use report to the governing body for each type of military equipment approved within one year ofapproval, and annually thereafter for as long as the military equipment is available for use (Government Code §7072).
The governing body shall determine whether each type of military equipment identified in the annual reportcomplies with findings at the time this policy was adopted. If it is determined that a type of military equipment in the Copyright Lexipol, LLC 2026/07/1 6, All Rights Reserved. Military Equipment Use Policy -3 Published with permission by Beverly Hills Police Department Beverly Hills Police Department Policy Manual
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annual report has not been compliant, City Council may either disapprove a renewal of the authorization or requirethat modifications be made.
The Chief of Police or the authorized designee should also make each annual military equipment report publicly available on the Department website for as long as the military equipment is available for use. The report shall include, at minimum, all information required by Government Code § 7072 for the preceding calendar year for each type of military equipment in Department inventory.
706.8 COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Within 30 days of submitting and publicly releasing the annual report, the Department shall hold at least one wellpublicized and conveniently located community engagement meeting, at which the Department should discuss the report and respond to public questions regarding the funding, acquisition, or use of military equipment. 706.9 PUBLIC QUESTIONS, CONCERNS AND COMPLAINTS
In accordance with Government Code § 7070, a person may register a complaint or concern, or submit a question about the use of a type of military equipment.Any member of the public may ask questions, register concerns, or make complaints by submitting a “Military Equipment Use Inquiry and Complaint Form’ on-line via the Beverly Hills Police Department’s website. The receipt, processing, investigation, and response will be handled by the Department’s Professional Standards Unit. 706.10 COMPLIANCE
The designated Military Equipment Coordinator will ensure that all Department members comply with this policy.
Any alleged violations of this policy will be investigated pursuant to Policy 1010 and may be subject to disciplinary action. The Beverly Hills City Manager has final oversight authority over the use of military equipment.
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ORDINANCE NO. 25-0-292 1
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ORDINANCE NO. 25-0-292 1
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS RENEWING ITSMILITARY EQUIPMENT USE ORDINANCE [N 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, asdefined under subdivision (c) of Government Code section 7070; 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, ata 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. 22-0-2859, 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 itsmilitary 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, on July 16, 2024, City Council renewed the Beverly Hills Police Department’s Policy 706 (Ordinance No-24-O-2898); and
WHEREAS, on August 6, 2024, City Council authorized the Beverly Hills Police Department’s new Military Equipment Use Inventory (Ordinance No-24-O-2899); and WHEREAS, the Beverly Hills Police Department currently possesses equipment that qualifies under the definition of “military equipment” in subdivision (c) of Government Code section 7070, and wishes to continue to use such equipment in a responsible manner to ensure thesafety of the community and its residents; and WHEREAS, in accordance with subdivision (e)(l) of Government Code Section 7071, a law enforcement agency seeking to continue the use of any military equipment must annually commence the governing body renewal process for the military equipment use ordinance adopted by the governing body; and
1 WHEREAS, the renewal of the military equipment use ordinance is necessary in order to continue the use of such equipment for the purpose of protecting the safety of officers, residents and visitors in the City of Beverly Hills; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with subdivision (a) of Government Code Section 7072, the Beverly Hills Police Department submitted an annual military equipment report for each type of military equipment approved to the City Council and posted a copy of the annual report on theBeverly Hills Police Department’s website; and WHEREAS, in accordance with subdivision (b) of Government Code Section 7072, the Beverly Hills Police Department held a community engagement meeting on August 21, 2025, 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 September 9, 2025, and based on the facts set forth above, the Agenda Report, the information provided to the City Council at public meetings, 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 thesame objective of officer and civilian safety for the reasons identified in the Military EquipmentInventory; 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 renews and incorporates by reference its previously adopted military equipment use ordinances,Ordinance No-23-O-2875, Ordinance No-23-O-2876, Ordinance No-23-O-2884, Ordinance No 2 24-0-2898, and Ordinance No-24-O-2899, as well as the Beverly Hills Police Department’s Military Equipment Use Policy 706, which references the Department’s Inventory. Policy 706 is attached as Exhibit A, and the ordinance immediately preceding this renewal is attached as ExhibitB.
Section 4. Severability. If any section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase ofthis ordinance or its application to any person or circumstance, is for any reasonheld to be invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity orunenforceability 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 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: September 16, 2025Effective: October 17, 2025
SHARONA R. AZARIAN
Mayor of the City ofBeverly Hills, California
ATTE T:
______________________
(SEAL)
JMA AHMED
City Clerk
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LAURENCE S. WIENERCity Attorney City Man er
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BEVERLY HILLS POLICE DEPARTMENT - MILITARY EQUIPMENT USE POLICY 5 Policy
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706.1 PURPOSE AND SCOPE
The purpose of this policy is to provide guidelines for the approval, acquisition, arid reporting requirements of military equipment (Government Code § 7070; Government Code § 7071; Government Code § 7072).
706.1.1 DEFINITIONS
Definitions related to this policy include (Government Code § 7070):
Governing body — The elected or appointed body that oversees the Department.
Military equipment — Includes but is not limited to the following:
• Unmanned, remotely piloted, powered aerial or ground vehicles. • Mine-resistant ambush-protected (MRAP) vehicles or armored personnel carriers. • High mobility multipurpose wheeled vehicles (HMMWV), two-and-one-half-ton trucks, five-ton trucks, or wheeled vehicles that have a breaching or entry apparatus attached. • Tracked armored vehicles that provide ballistic protection to their occupants. • Command and control vehicles that are either built or modified to facilitate the operational control and direction of public safety units. • Weaponized aircraft, vessels, or vehicles of any kind. • Battering rams, slugs, and breaching apparatuses that are explosive in nature. This does not include a handheld, one-person ram.
• Firearms and ammunition of .50 caliber or greater, excluding standard-issue shotguns and standard-issue shotgun ammunition.
• Specialized firearms and ammunition of less than .50 caliber, including firearms and accessories identified as assault weapons in Penal Code § 30510 and Penal Code § 30515, with the exception of standard-issue firearms. • Any firearm or firearm accessory that is designed to launch explosive projectiles. • Noise-flash diversionary devices and explosive breaching tools.• Munitions containing tear gas or CC, excluding standard, service-issued handheld pepper spray.
• Area denial electroshock devices, microwave weapons, water cannons, long-range acoustic devices (LRAD5), acoustic hailing devices, and sound cannons. • Kinetic energy weapons and munitions.
• Any other equipment as determined by a governing body or a state agency to require additional oversight.
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706.2 POLICY
It is the policy of the Beverly Hills Police Department that members of this Department comply with the provisions of Government Code § 7071 with respect to military equipment. 706.3 MILITARY EQUIPMENT COORDINATOR
The Chief of Police should designate a member of this Department to act as the military equipment coordinator. The responsibilities of the military equipment coordinator include but are not limited to:
(a) Acting as liaison to the governing body for matters related to the requirements of this policy.
(b) Identifying Department equipment that qualifies as military equipment in the current possession of the Department, or the equipment the Department intends to acquire that requires approval by the governing body.
(c) Conducting an inventory of all military equipment at least annually.(d) Collaborating with any allied agency that may use military equipment within the jurisdiction of the Department (Government Code § 7071). (e) Preparing for, scheduling, and coordinating the annual community engagement meeting to include:
1. Publicizing the details of the meeting.
2. Preparing for public questions regarding the Department’s funding, acquisition, and use of equipment.
(f) Preparing the annual military equipment report for submission to the Chief of Police and ensuring that the report is made available on the Department website (Government Code § 7072).
(g) Implementing the procedure for a person to submit a complaint,concern, or question about the use of a type of military equipment, and how the Department will respondin a timely manner. 706.4 MILITARY EQUIPMENT INVENTORY
All military equipment maintained by the Beverly Hills Police Department shall be inventoried and logged with the following information:
(a) The description of each type, including the manufacture’s description of the equipment. (b) The capabilities of the equipment.
(C) The purposes and authorized uses for which the Department proposes to use the equipment.
(d) The expected lifespan of the equipment.(e) The fiscal impact of the equipment, both initially and for on-going annual maintenance. (f) The quantity of the equipment, whether maintained or sought. (g) The legal and procedural rules that govern the authorized use.
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(h) The training that must be completed before use.
CURRENT MILITARY EQUIPMENT INVENTORY
Refer to the Beverly Hills Police Department’s Military Equipment Use Annual Report located on the Department’s website.
Department Website
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MAINTENANCE OF MILITARY EQUIPMENT SUPPLY LEVELS
When stocks of military equipment have reached significantly low levels or have been exhausted, the Department may order up to the pre-authorized quantity approved by City Council, of stock in a calendar year in accordance with the annual military equipment report and this policy. 706.5 APPROVAL
The Chief of Police or the authorized designee shall obtain approval from the governing body byway of an ordinance adopting the military equipment use policy. As part of the approval process,the Chief of Police or the authorized designee shall ensure the proposed military equipment usepolicy is submitted to the governing body and is available on the Department website at least 30 days prior to any public hearing concerning the military equipment at issue (Government Code§ 7071). The military equipment use policy must be approved by the governing body prior to engaging in any of the following (Government Code § 7071):
(a) Requesting military equipment made available pursuant to 10 USC § 2576a.(b) Seeking funds for military equipment, including but not limited to applying for a grant, soliciting or accepting private, local, state, or federal funds, in-kind donations, or other donations or transfers.
(c) Acquiring military equipment either permanently or temporarily, including by borrowing or leasing.
(d) Collaborating with another law enforcement agency in the deployment or other use of military equipment within the jurisdiction of this Department. (e) Using any new or existing military equipment for a purpose, in a manner, or by a person not previously approved by the governing body.
(f) Soliciting or responding to a proposal for, or entering into an agreement with, any other person or entity to seek funds for, apply to receive, acquire, use, or collaborate in theuse of military equipment. (g) Acquiring military equipment through any means not provided above. 706.6 COORDINATION WITH OTHER JURISDICTIONS
Military equipment used by any member of this Department shall be approved for use and in accordance with this Department policy. Military equipment used by other jurisdictions that areproviding mutual aid to this Department or operating in conjunction in a law enforcement capacity Copyright Lexipot, LLC 2025/08113 All Rights Reserved. Military Equipment Use Policy - 3 Published with permission by Beverly Hills Police Department Beverly Hills Police Department
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with this Department, shall comply with their respective military equipment use policies in rendering mutual aid.
706.7 ANNUAL REPORT
Upon approval of a military equipment use policy, the Chief of Police or the authorized designee should submit a military equipment use report to the governing body for each type of militaryequipment approved within one year of approval, and annually thereafter for as long as the militaryequipment is available for use (Government Code § 7072).
The governing body shall determine whether each type of military equipment identified in the annual report complies with findings at the time this policy was adopted. If it is determined that a type of military equipment in the annual report has not been compliant, City Council may either disapprove a renewal of the authorization or require that modifications be made.
The Chief of Police or the authorized designee should also make each annual military equipment report publicly available on the Department website for as long as the military equipment isavailable for use. The report shall include, at minimum, all information required by GovernmentCode § 7072 for the preceding calendar year for each type of military equipment in Departmentinventory. 706.8 COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Within 30 days of submitting and publicly releasing the annual report, the Department shall holdat least one well-publicized and conveniently located community engagement meeting, at which the Department should discuss the report and respond to public questions regarding the funding, acquisition, or use of military equipment.
706.9 PUBLIC QUESTIONS, CONCERNS AND COMPLAINTS
In accordance with Government Code § 7070, a person may register a complaint or concern, or submit a question about the use of a type of military equipment.
Any member of the public may ask questions, register concerns, or make complaints by submittinga “Military Equipment Use Inquiry and Complaint Form” on-line via the Beverly Hills Police Department’s website. The receipt, processing, investigation, and response will be handled by theDepartment’s Professional Standards Unit. 706.10 COMPLIANCE
The designated Military Equipment Coordinator will ensure that all Department members complywith this policy. Any alleged violations of this policy will be investigated pursuant to Policy 1010 and may be subject to disciplinary action. The Beverly Hills City Manager has final oversight authority over the use of military equipment.
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BEVERLY HILLS POLICE DEPARTMENT
Military Equipment Use Report
(May 2024-April 2025)
Pursuant to Government Code Section 7072(a), a law enforcement agency that receivesapproval for a military equipment use policy pursuant to Section 7071 shall submit an annual report to the governing body. This report includes the following information:
1. A summary of how the military equipment was used and the purpose of its use.
2. A summary of any complaints or concerns received concerning the military equipment.
3. The results of any internal audits, any information about violations of the military equipment use policy, and any actions taken in response.
4. The total annual cost for each type of military equipment, including acquisition, personnel, training, transportation, maintenance, storage, upgrade, and other ongoing costs, and from what source funds will be provided for the military equipment in the calendar year following submission of the annual military equipment report.
5. The quantity possessed for each type of military equipment.6. If the law enforcement agency intends to acquire additional military equipment in the next year, the quantity sought for each type of military equipment.
General Overview and Request(s) for Additional Equipment Government Code The Beverly Hills Police Department had nine documented deployments of Section 7072 (a)(l) — Military Equipment from May 2024 to April 2025. Reasons for deploymentHow the equipment included:
was used and the
purpose of its use • High-risk traffic stops
• Burglary investigations
• Persons with a firearm
• Persons with a knife• Barricaded suspect• Combative suspect • Search warrant• Robbery suspects• Traffic accidents
• National Night Out• DUI checkpoint• City special events • Golden Globes• Bomb threat
• Dignitary visits
• Power outages
• Natural disasters
Military Equipment acquired by the Beverly Hills Police Department serves several purposes, including, but not limited to:
• Ensures officer safety• Enhances public safety
• De-escalates in emergent situations• Provides police personnel with the ability to more quickly respond to emergency calls for service.
• Provides a less lethal method to safely extract a suspect in hiding or safely detain a suspect who poses a risk of violence.
• Allows officers to confront a potentially armed or dangerous suspect from a longer distance.
• Provides mobile communication, sheltering, logistical support, and equipment transportation on scene or at special events.
Deployment of Military Equipment proved to assist in the de-escalation of emergent situations, as no deployments resulted in a substantial use of force. pg. 2
Government Code
Section 7072(a) (2) — Complaints or
concerns received
Government Code
Section 7072(a)(3) — Internal audits,
information onviolations, and any
actions taken in
response
Government Code
Section 7072(a)(4) — Total annual cost and
ongoing cost of the
equipment possessed
and source of funds
Government Code
Section 7072(a)(5)- thequantity of the
equipment possessed
Government CodeSection 7072(a)(6) — Additional equipment the department
intends to acquire
The Beverly Hills Police Department did not receive any complaints or concerns regarding military equipment or its use.
No violations were discovered from internal audits or external complaints.
Refer to the attached inventory list for the cost of each piece of equipment and the corresponding funding source.
The quantity possessed of each equipment is located in the inventory attached to this report. The inventory concludes with a “Summary” page for an easier view of all equipment listed in the inventory.
Department requests purchase of the item(s) listed below, as well as an increase in the authorized quantity amount. Any approved purchases that were not made will be forfeited at the time of the next annual report.
Item 40mm LMT Tactical Single Launcher
Current Inventory 27Requesting
authorization to 25
Purchase
Anticipated 19 Purchase
Cost of $66,500 ($1,400 each + $2,100 in accessones — Anticipated sights, sling, grip, sidesaddle, flashlight, etc.) Purchase Funding Source Asset Forfeiture Fund (Fund 326)
pg. 3
2025 Inventory
The MiLitary Equipment Inventory below, referenced in the latest Beverly Hills Police Department MiLitary Equipment Use Policy, outlines information for each type of military equipment, as required under Government Code section 7070 et seq.
Tab(e of Contents
• SECTION 1 -DRONES & ROBOTS• SECTION 2-VEHICLES &EQUIPMENT• SECTION 3- WEAPONS • SECTION 4-AMMUNITION
• SECTION 5-OTHER MUNITIONS & EXPLOSIVES• SUMMARY
pg.4
Contents
SECTION 1 -DRONES& ROBOTS .8
Item Category: Drones 8
Dii Mavic 3 Enterprise Dual (BH-3) 8Dii Mavic Mini (BH-4) 10Dii Maince 30T Combo 11DJlAvata 13 Brinc LEMUR Tactical Interior Drone 14Autel EVO 2 DUAL 640T fhermal) Enterprise Bundle 15 Autel EVO II PRO 6K Enterprise Bundle 17
EMAXTinyhawkffl 19
Item Category: Third-Party Vendor Drones 20
Dii Matrice 350 RTK thCare Plus 20
DII Matrice 300 DFR 22
Item Category: Robotics 23
Avataril 23
ReconRobot 25
SECTION 2- VEHICLES & EQUiPMENT 27Item Category: Vehicles 27 Freightliner M2 Business Class Chassis 27
Ford! Lenco Annoied Vehicle 292016 Freightliner MT-55 Forward Control Chassis 30 Item Category: Accessories 31
Long Range Acoustic Device (LRAD) 31
SECTION 3- WEAPONS 33
Item Category: Rifles 33
M4 COLT Commando Caiiine 33
COLT M16A2-MG 34B&T Semi-Automalic Carbine 35
Item Category: Specialty Rifles 36
Surgeon Rifles-Scalpel 591 36
Colt LE 901 Rifle 37
.5OcalBarrettModel82Al 38
Item Category: Projectile Launch Platforms 39
pg. 5
4IJnam LMT’M Tactical Single Launcher .39
4Jmm LMI1M Tactical Multi-Launcher .40
Item Category: Specialty Shotgun .41
Remington 870 Breaching Shotgun 41
SECTION 4- AMMUNITION 43
Item Category: SWAT Specific Ammunition 43
Homady .50 BMG Ammunition 43Homady .308 Win Eld Match 44 Homady TAP SBR 5.56 75 gr 45Hornady TAP SBR 5.56 55 gr 46 Royal Arms TESCR Breaching Rounds 47
Item Category: Less-Lethal Munitions 48
CTS 4233 40mm CS Multi 3 Smoke, 4.8” 48
CTS 4230 40mm CS Smoke, Pyro, 4.8” 49
CTS 4550 Frangible Impact, Orange Marking Powder 50CTS 4557—40mm Sponge, Smokeless, Spin Stabilized 51Defense Technology 6182 -SPEDE-HEAT 40mm Long-Range Round 52 CIS 4556 — Direct Impact 40mm OC 53
CTS 4530- Direct Impact 40mm CS 54Ferret 40mm Liquid Barricade Penetrator Round, OC 55Ferret 40mm Powder Banicade Round, OC 56 Ferret 40mm Powder Barricade Round, CS 57Defense Technology 6040 Muzzle Blast 40mm Round, OC 58 Defense Technology 6042 Muzzle Blast 40mm Round, CS 59
Ferret 40mm Liquid Barricade Penetrator Round, CS 60
Defense Technology 6325 Exact Impact 40mm Standard Range Sponge Round 61 Defense Technology 6325LE -Exact Impact LE 40mm Extended Range Sponge Round 62CTS 4090-50 —40mm Warning/Signaling Munition 63 SECTION 5-OTHER MUNITIONS & EXPLOSIVES 65
CTS 5230B -CS Baffled Canister Grenade 65
CTS 6210 White Smoke Canister Grenade 66CTS 7290- Flash-Bang 67 Defense Technology 1032 -Rameless Tri-Chamber CS Grenade 68 Defense Technology 1026 -Triple-Chaser Separating Canister, CS 69 pg. 6
CTS 8230 Pocket tactical Grenade, CS 70
Defense Technology 1056 OC Vapor Aerosol Grenade 71
Item Category: Munitions Accessories 72
Remington 870 Gas Launcher th LC5 Launcher 72
Item Category: Explosives 73
Explosive Data Sheet 73
Detonating Cord 74
Nonel Shock Tube with Blasting Cap 75
Summary 77
pg. 7
SECTION 1 -DRONES & ROBOTS
DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise Dual (BH-3)
Description Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
Quantity 1 _jAuthorize4 ••J 5Capability The DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise Advanced is a commercial-grade, battery-powered, and remote-operated UAV. Its controller allows the operator(s) to control and view the live feed from the UAV-mounted cameras. The UAV can record video and has approximately 20-25 minutes of flight time. This UAV has an attachable spotlight, aloudspeaker, and a strobe.
Approximate 5 yearsLife SpanManufacturer’s The Mavic 3 Enterprise is built on the Mavic 3 flight platform. It is an all-in-oneDescription drone solution for industrial applications.
It features an extended port for mounting DJI modular accessories, a self-heating battery, 24 GB onboard storage, DJI AirSense, and compatibility with the DJI Pilotmobile app.
Purpose Aerial overwatch to assist officers or incident commanders with situations, including but not limited to:
1. Response to emergency calls
2. Major collision investigations
3. Search for missing persons
4. Crime scene investigations
5. Natural disaster management6. SWAT,_tactical,_or_other public_safety_and_life_preservation_operations Authorized Use Authorized operators who have completed the required training and have received a FAA Part 107 Certificate are permitted to operate the UAV. —_______ Legal and BHPD’s policy is to utilize the UAV for law enforcement purposes in a manner that Procedural Rules respects the privacy of our community, pursuant to state and federal la_ Fiscal Impact Initial Cost Per Item: $3,958
Recurring Costs: $0
Approximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $500Year Obtained: 2024How acquired: Department funds Item Category: Drones
TrainiigNecessity
Operators must have a FAA Part 107 Certificate ______ Government Code The UAV allows police personnel to respond more quickly to § 7071(d)(l)(A) emergency calls for service, enhancing public safety. It also allows police personnel to assess potentially dangeroussituations from a safe vantage point, direct police resources on the ground, and mitigate the risk of harm to officers and the public. No known alternative could provide the same
capabilities. -pg. 8
Public Welfare Government Code The use of these UAVs positively impacts public welfare as they § 707 1(d)(1)(B) expedite the arrival of police resources at emergency calls for - service and promote de-escalation and apppate tactics.
Cost Effective Government Code $3,958 is a reasonable cost for a commercial-grade UAV with a § 7071(d)(l)(C) 5-year life span.
Compliance Government Code Each UAV use is recorded on a “Drones as a First Responder” § 7071(d)(1)(D) (DFR) and electronically submitted. The use of the UAV is in compliance with Military Equipment Use Policy 706. Nocoppiaints or concerns were receive -- pg. 9 Item Caçgy: Drones -_______
DII Mavic Mini (BH-4)
Description Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
Quantity 2 1 Authorized I 3Capability DJI Mavic Mini can hover and fly indoors and outdoors and automatically return to Home. It can record videos and take photographs. Its maximum flight speed is 29 mph, and its flight time is approximateiy 30 minutes.
Approiimate Life 3 years
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Manufacturer’s Featuring a Downward Vision System and Infrared Sensing System, the DJI MavicDescription Mini can hover and fly indoors and outdoors and return to Home automatically.
With a fully stabilized 3-axis gimbal and 1/2.3” sensor camera, Mavic Mini shoots
2.7K video and 12 MP photos. It has a maximum flight speed of 29 mph and a maximum_flight_time_of 30_minutes.
Purpose When legal justification exists to enter a location, the UAV can assist officers or incident_commanders_with_indoor_tactical_views.
Authorized Use Authorized operators who have completed the required training and are paired with a 1 07-certified pilot.
Legal and BHPD’s policy is to utilize the UAV for law enforcement purposes in a manner that Procedural Rules respects the privacy of our community, pursuant to state and federal law.Fiscal Impact Initial Cost Per Item: $500 Recurring Costs: $0
Approximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $25
Year Obtained: 2020-2022
How acquired: Department funds
Training Pilots must have a good understanding of controls and capabilities in order to be effective.
Necessity Government Code The UAV provides visibility to high-risk locations. It can § 7071(d)(l)(A) enter small, enclosed structures and make overhead observations. No known alternatives could provide the same — visibility to access these locations safely. - Public Welfare Government Code Without the use of the UAV, officers would have to deploy to § 707l(d)(l)(B) high-risk locations, which would increase the risk for both the officers and the members of the public.
Cost Effective Government Code The initial $500 cost is negligible. § 7071(d)(1)(C)
Compliance Government Code Each UAV use is recorded on a “Drones as a First § 707 l(d)(l)(D) Responder” (DFR) and electronically submitted. The use of the UAV is in compliance with Military Equipment Use
Policy 706. No complaints or concerns were received.
pg. 10
Item Category: Drones
DII Matrice 30T Combo
Description — - Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
Quantity 2 Authorized I 5
Capability The DJI Matrice 30T Combo with Care Enterprise is the DJI Enterprise flagship, weatherproof drone that fits in a backpack. It integrates multiple high-performance sensors into one single camera payload, is controlled with the DJI RC Plus Remote, and runs on upgraded DR Pilot 2 software, which significantly improves the flightexperience. The powerful M3OT offers the endurance and capability necessary for rugged professional use cases. Additionally, its size makes it ideal for easy transportation and fast setup. The UAV also includes a 40mm 640x5 12 30fps thermalimaging camera with measurement accuracy of ±2°C or ±2%.
The DJI M3OT allows professionals to fly and perform beyond their immediate surroundings. It integrates smoothly with the new DJI FlightHub 2 fleet management cloud-based software and the DJI Dock for collaboration with remote and unattended operations, bringing efficiency and innovation to various industries.
The M3OT model integrates a 48-megapixel 1/2” CMOS sensor-zoom camera with 5x16x optical and 200x digital zoom, a 12-megapixel wide-angle camera, 8K photo, 4KJ30 i,s video resolution, and a laser rangefinder that can give the precisecoordinates of objects up to 1,200 meters away.
Approximate 5 years
Life SpanManufacturer’s The total weight ofthe M30, which includes two batteries, is 3770 ± 10 g. That’s only Description a little over eight lbs., compared to the Matrice 300 RTK, whose take-off weight is nearly 20 lbs.
The Matrice 30 condenses from unfolded dimensions of470x585x215 mm (LxWxH) to folded dimensions of 365x215x195 mm — that’s approximately 18.5x23x8.5 inches to 1 4.5x8.5x7. 5 inches, respectively.
Pinned up against the Mavic 3 (approx. 1 .7x 1 1 x4.2 inches unfolded; 8.7x3. 8x3 .6 inches folded), it’s much larger, but still incredibly compact.
Due to its relatively small size, this drone can easily be carried in a pack and transported_to_even_the_most_remote_locations.
Purpose Aerial overwatch in all weathers to assist officers or incident commanders with situations, including but not limited to:
1. Response to emergency calls
2. Major collision investigations
3. Search for missing persons
4. Crime scene investigations
5. Natural disaster management - 6. SWAT, tactical, or other public safety and life preservation operations Authorized Use Incident Commander Approval. Authorized operators who have completed the required training and received a FAA Part 107 Certificate are permitted to operate the UAV.
pg. 11
Legal and BHPD’s policy is to utilize the UAV for law enforcement purposes in a manner that Procedural Rules respects the privacy of our community, pursuant to state and federal law.
Fiscal Impact Initial Cost Per Item: $18,000
Recurring Costs: $0
Approximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $500Year Obtained: 2022-2024How acquired: Equipment Replacement Fund (Fund 400) Training FAA Part 107 Certificate. Pilots must complete B1{PD in-house initial training.Necessity Government Code The UAV allows police personnel to respond more quickly to § 707 1(d)(l)(A) emergency calls for service, enhancing public safety. It also allows police personnel to assess potentially dangerous situations from a safe vantage point. UAVs can also direct police resources on the ground and mitigate the risk of harm to officers and the public. No known alternative could provide the same capabilities.
Public Welfare Government Code The use ofthese UAVs positively impacts public welfare as § 707 l(d)(1)(B) they expedite the arrival of police resources at emergency calls for service and promote de-escalation and appropriate tactics.
Cost Effective Government Code $18,000 is a reasonable cost for a UAV with a 5-year life span. § 707l(d)(1)(C)
Compliance Government Code The use ofthe UAV is in compliance with Military Equipment § 707 1(d)(1)(D) Use Policy 706. No complaint or concern was received. pg. 12
tern Category: Drones
DJI Avata
)escription inmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
uantity 7 lAuthorized: 12
Dapabiity rraining, quick deployment, and confined space capabilitypproximate Life 5 years pan
4anufacturer’s Ibe DJI Avata is smaller, lighter, and much more maneuverable. It sports a cinewhoop )escription lesign, where propeller guards are built into the drone’s airframe.‘urpose framing erial overwatch to assist officers or incident commanders with situations, includingut not limited to:
1. Response to emergency calls
2. Confined space capability
3. Major collision investigations
4. Search for missing persons
5. Crime scene investigations
6. Natural disaster management7. SWAT, tactical, or other public safety and life preservation operations uthorized Use ncident commander approval. Authorized operators who have completed the required raining and received a FAA Part 107 Certificate are permitted to operate the UAV. 4egal and 3HPD’s policy is to utilize the UAV for law enforcement purposes in a manner thatprocedural Rules espects the privacy of our community, pursuant to state and federal law.
L?iscal Impact nitial Cost Per Item: $2,500
ecuri-ing Costs: $0pproximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $250 per unit k’ear Obtained: 2022-2024
-low acquired: Equipment Replacement Fund Conversion (Fund 400) 1’raining AA Part 107 Certificate. Pilots must complete the BHPD in-house initial training. 4ecessity 3overnment Code fhe UAV allows police personnel to respond more quickly to § 707 1(d)(l)(A) mergency calls for service, enhancing public safety. It also allows ,olice personnel to assess potentially dangerous situations from aafe vantage point, direct police resources on the ground, and nitigate the risk of harm to officers and the public. No known ilternative could provide the same capabilities.
Public Welfare 3overnment Code fhe use of these UAVs positively impacts public welfare as they § 707 1(d)(l)(B) xpedite the arrival of police resources at emergency calls for ervice and promote de-escalation and appropriate tactics.
Dost Effective Jovernment Code $2,500 is a reasonable cost for a UAV with a 5-year life span. § 7071(d)(1)(C)
ompliance iovermnent Code fhe use ofthe UAV is in compliance with Military Equipment Use 707 l(d)(1)(D) olicy 706. No complaints or concerns were received. pg. 13
Item Category: Drones --_____ - _____-
Brinc LEMUR Tactical Interior Drone
Description Unmanned Aerial Vehicle -______________________________ Quantity 2 I Authorized 5
Capability The Brine LEMUR Advanced is a commercial-grade UAV specifically designed for interior use. It is battery-powered and remotely operated. The controller facilitates two-way conversation between first responders and people they need to help through a set of two ultra-sensitive microphones and a small, lightweight loudspeaker. TheController also allows operators to control the UAV and view live feeds from UAV mounted cameras.
Approximate 5 yearsLife SpanManufacturer’s The Brine LEMUR is an American-made, purpose-built tactical UAV designed to aidDescription special response teams in barricade, hostage, active shooter, and other high-risk situations. Novel battery technology based on proven Lithium-Ion chemistry allowsfor best-in-class flight time. Carbon fiber-reinforced propeller ducts enable the drone to bounce off walls and push open doors. Crashes do not end missions with the LEMUR ending up on its back; it can flip itself over and relaunch to finish the mission. A micro-SD card is included on board.
Purpose When a legal justification exists to enter a location, the LEMUR provides aerial interior overwatch in support of tactical /critical situations to enhance law enforcement’s safety and efficiency. — Authorized Use Authorized operators who have completed the required training.
Legal and The BHPD’s policy is to utilize UAVs only for law enforcement purposes and in a Procedural Rules manner that respects the privacy of our community, pursuant to State and Federal Law.
Fiscal Impact Initial Cost Per Item: $13,000
Recurring Costs: $0
Approximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $300
Year Obtained: 2022
How acquired: UASI Grant
Training FAA Part_107 Certificate._Mony in-house training. - — Necessity Government Code The UAV provides visibility to high-risk locations. It can § 707 l(d)(1)(A) enter small, enclosed structures and make overhead observations. No known alternatives could provide the samevisibility to access these locations safely.
Public Welfare Government Code Without the use of the UAV, officers would have to deploy to § 707 1(d)(l)(B) high-risk locations, which would increase the risk for both the officers and the members of the public.
Cost Effective Government Code $13,000 is a reasonable cost for a commercial-grade UAV § 707 1(d)(l)(C) with a 5-year life span. Furthermore, these drones were acquired from federal grant funds at no cost to the City.
Compliance Government Code Each UAV use is recorded on a “Drones as a First § 707 1(d)(I )(D) Responder” (DFR) and electronically submitted. The use of the UAV is in compliance with Military Equipment Use
p!çy 706. No complaints or concerns were received. — pg. 14 Item Category: Drones
Autel EVO 2 DUAL 640T (Thermal)
Enterprise Bundle
Description Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (IJAV)
Quantity 4 I Authorized I 8Capability Detect, reduce, and clear threats in complex terrain such as dense urban areas and confined spaces in day or night situations.
Approximate Life 5 yearsSpan
Manufacturer’s The 640T Model features an InfiRay 640x5 12 radiometric thermal sensor and an Description 8K/48MP visual camera. The Enterprise version features larger carbon fiber arms with bigger, more powerful motors and larger propellers, which yield an additional 5-7 minutes of flight time, bringing the maximum flight time to 42 minutes. The EVO II Enterprise also has an ADS-B receiver for enhanced awareness of theoperators’ airspace in addition to encrypted internal and external storage. All EVO H Enterprise Bundles are equipped with Autel’s 7.9” 2000-nit Smart Controller for maximum viewing when operating.
Purpose Training
Aerial overwatch to assist officers or incident commanders with situations, including but not limited to:
1. Response to emergency calls
2. Major collision investigations
3. Search for missing persons
4. Crime scene investigations
5. Natural disaster management
6. SWAT, tactical, or other public safety and life preservation operations Authorized Use Incident commander approval. Authorized operators who have completed the required training and received a FAA Part 107 Certificate are permitted to operate the UAV.
Legal and BHPD’s policy is to utilize the UAV for law enforcement purposes in a manner that Procedural Rules respects the privacy of our community, pursuant to state and federal law.
Fiscal Impact Initial Cost Per Item: $9,660
Recurring Costs: $0
Approximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $400
Year Obtained: 2022
How acquired: Equipment Replacement Fund (Fund 400)
Training FAA Part 107 Certificate. Pilots must complete BHPD’s in-house initial training.Necessity Government Code The UAV allows police personnel to respond more quickly § 7071 (d)( 1 )(A) to emergency calls for service, enhancing public safety. It also allows police personnel to assess potentially dangeroussituations from a safe vantage point. UAVs can also direct police resources on the ground and mitigate the risk of harm to officers and the public. No known alternative could
provide the same capabilities.
Public Welfare Government Code The use of these UAVs positively impacts public welfare as § 707 1(d)(1)(B) they expedite the arrival of police resources at emergency pg. 15
calls for service and promote de-escalation and appropriate tactics.
Cost Effective Government Code $9,660 is a reasonable cost for UAVs with a 5-year life span. § 7071(d)(l)(C)
Compliance Government Code The use ofthe UAV is in compliance with Military § 707 l(d)(l)(D) Equipment Use Policy 706. No complaints or concerns were received.
pg. 16
Item Category: Drones
Autel EVO II PRO 6K Enterprise Bundle
Description Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
Quantity 12 Authorized 15
Capability Training, quick deployment, and aerial overwatch Approximate 5 years
Life Span
Manufacturer’s The 6K Pro Model features a 6K 1” CMOS sensor capable ofshooting up to 2OMP Description stills. The Enterprise version features larger carbon fiber arms with bigger, more powerful motors and larger propellers, which yield an additional 5-7 minutes offlight time, bringing the maximum flight time to 42 minutes. The EVO II Enterprise also has an ADS-B receiver for enhanced awareness of the operators’ airspace in additionto encrypted internal and external storage. All EVO II Enterprise Bundles are equipped with Autel’s 7.9” 2000-nit Smart Controller for maximum viewing when operating.
Purpose Training
Aerial overwatch to assist officers or incident commanders with situations, including but not limited to:
1. Response to emergency calls
2. Major collision investigations
3. Search for missing persons
4. Crime scene investigations
5. Natural disaster management
6. SWAT, tactical, or other public safety and life preservation operations Authorized Use Incident commander approval. Authorized operators who have completed the required training and received a FAA Part 107 Certificate are permitted to operate theUAV.
Legal and BHPD’s policy is to utilize the UAV for law enforcement purposes in a manner that Procedural Rules respects the privacy of our community, pursuant to state and federal law.Fiscal Impact Initial Cost Per Item: $3,500 Recurring Costs: $0
Approximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $300
Year Obtained: 2022-2024How acquired: Equipment Replacement Fund (Fund 400) Training FAA Part 107 Certificate. Pilots must complete the BHPD in-house initial training.Necessity Government Code The UAV allows police personnel to respond more quickly to § 707 1(d)(1)(A) emergency calls for service, enhancing public safety. It also allows police personnel to assess potentially dangerous situations from a safe vantage point, direct police resources on the ground, and mitigate the risk of harm to officers and the public. No known alternative could provide the same
capabilities.
Public Welfare Government Code The use of these UAVs positively impacts public welfare as they § 707 1(d)(1)(B) expedite the arrival of police resources at emergency calls for service and promote de-escalation and appropriate tactics.
Cost Effective Government Code $3,500 is a reasonable cost for UAVs with a 5-year life span. pg. 17
ZZ1
Compliance Government Code The use of the UAV is in compliance with Military Equipment § 7071(d)(l)(D) Use Policy 706. No complaints or concerns were received. pg. 18
Item Category: Drones
EMAX Tinyhawk III
Description Unmanned Aerial Vehicle
Quantity 8 Authorized I 10Capability The training drone is designed with similar operating characteristics to the LEMUR tactical drone.
Approximate Life 3 years
SpanManufacturer’s Featuring a quadcopter, Avan TH Turtle mode-3, Nano 4 camera, 7-minute flyDescription time, max distance about 400 meters, small size allows for maneuverability in confined spaces, and durable design allows for easy repairs for continued performance. The Tinyhawk is capable of flying outdoors and indoors due to theprotected_props. -_________ Purpose Training
Authorized Use Officers and supervisors who have training and are paired with a 107-certified Legal Authority pflç. - Legal and The BHPD’s policy is to utilize UAVs only for law enforcement purposes and in a Procedural Rules manner that respects the privacy of our community, pursuant to State and Federal Law.
Fiscal Impact Initial Cost Per Item: $266.50
Recurring Costs: $0Approximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $25Year Obtained: 2022-2024How acquired: UASI Grant Training No official training is required. However, to be effective, pilots must understand the controls and capabilities well.
Necessity Government Code Training drones is a necessity to provide police personnel § 7071 (d)( I )(A) with opportunities to train with drone equipment without the risk of damaging more expensive equipment and to ensure properoceduresarefollowed.__
Public Welfare Government Code Without the use of the UAV, officers would have to deploy § 7071(d)(1)(B) to high-risk locations, which would increase the risk for both the officers and the members of the public. The use of
training drones positively impacts public welfare by ensuringpolice personnel are properly trained in the use of thesedrones.
Cost Effective Government Code The initial $266.50 cost is negligible. Furthermore, the City § 7071 (d)( I )(C) did not pay for these drones when they were acquired from 1antnds.
Compliance Government Code Each UAV use is recorded on a “Drones as a First § 707 l(d)(l)(D) Responder” (DFR) and electronically submitted. The use of the UAV is in compliance with Military Equipment Use
Policy 706. No complaints or concerns were received.
pg. 19
Item Category: Third-Party Vendor Drones
Dii Matrice 350 RTK with Care Plus
New Control Experience: DJI RC PlusEquipped with a 7-inch high-bright screen, DJI RC Plus supports Dual OperatorMode and comes with a standard WB37 external battery that offers an operating timeof up to six hours, meeting various operation needs.
Built Ready for Harsh Environments: 1P54 rated, DJI RC Plus is dust-proof andwaterproof to operate reliably in bad weather. The operating temperature is -20° to 500 C (40 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.DII Pilot 2 The DJI Pilot 2 app has been further optimized to clearly present the mission typeand flight status. Easy and smooth control of the aircraft and payloads facilitatesmore efficient operation.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.
Arm Lock Indicator: Thanks to its excellent night vision capabilities, the FPVcamera can clearly present the surroundings and obstacles during flight at night. Itworks in tandem with the PinPoint function to provide better navigation for safe flight, assisting in more confident operation at night.
Night-Vision FPV Camera: The Matrice 350 RTK is designed with a sixdirectional binocular vision system and an infrared sensing system for six-directionalawareness, positioning, and obstacle-sensing 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 avoidthe risk of unlocked arm sleeves, allowing you to focus on flight with more peace ofmind.
Multi-Layered Redundancy Design: Both the aircraft system and the sensor system of the Matrice 350 RTK adopt a redundancy design to maximally ensure flight safety, allowing you to cope with harsh operating environments more confidently.
Capabifity
Description Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)Quantity 4 I Authorized I 5 ApproximateLife Span
5 years
pg. 20
Manufacturer’s An upgraded flagship drone platform, the Matrice 350 RTK sets a new benchmark for the Description industry. This next-generation drone platform features an all-new video transmission system and control experience, a more efficient battery system, more comprehensive safety features,and robust payload and expansion capabilities. It is fully powered to inject innovative strengthinto any aerial operation. The total weight ofthe M350, which includes two batteries, is 6.47 kg, orjust over fourteen (14) lbs.
Purpose Aerial overwatch 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 Use is established in the BHPD Lexipol manual, section 303. The BHPD’s policy isProcedural Rules 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 Per Item: $0
Recurring Costs: $0Approximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $0Year Obtained: 2024How acquired: Chief’s Fund Donation / Contract with 3 party vendor Training FAA Part 107 Certificate. Pilots must complete BHPD in-house initial training and familiarization with M350 flight characteristics.
Necessity Government Code The UAV allows police personnel to respond more quickly to § 707 l(d)(l)(A) emergency calls for service, enhancing public safety. It also allows police personnel to assess potentially dangeroussituations from a safe vantage point. UAVs can also direct police resources on the ground and mitigate the risk of harm to officers and the public. No known alternative could provide the same capabilities.
Public Welfare Government Code The use of these UAVs positively impacts public welfare as § 707 l(d)(l)(B) they expedite the arrival of police resources at emergency calls for service and promote de-escalation and appropriate tactics.
Cost Effective Government Code Leasing this drone is a reasonable cost for a commercial-grade § 707l(d)(l)(C) UAV with a 5-year life span.
Compliance Government Code Each UAV use is recorded on a “Drones as a First Responder” § 707 l(d)(l)(D) (DFR) and electronically submitted. The use of the UAV is in compliance with Military Equipment Use Policy 706. Nocomplaints or concerns were received. pg.21
Item Category: Third-Party Vendor Drones
Matrice 300 DFR
Description Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)Quantity 1 1 Authorized 1Capability The Dii Matrice 300 RTK is a commercial-grade, battery-powered, remote-operated (JAy. The controller allows the operator(s) to control and view the live feed from the UAV-mounted cameras. The UAV can record videos and has approximately 20- 55 minutes_of flight_time._It_also_has_an_attachable_camera.
Approximate 5 years
Life Span
Manufacturer’s The Matrice 300 RTK is Dii’s latest commercial drone platform that takesDescription inspiration from modern aviation systems. It offers up to 55 minutes of fight time, advanced Al capabilities, 6-directional sensing, and positioning.
Purpose Aerial overwatch to assist officers or incident commanders with situations, including but not limited to: Response to emergency calls / Major collision investigations / Search for missing persons / Crime scene investigations / Natural disaster management, tactical, or other public safety operations.
Authorized Use Authorized operators who have completed the required training and have received a FAA Part 107 Certificate shall be permitted to operate the UAV.
Legal and BHPD’s policy is to utilize the UAV for law enforcement purposes in a manner thatProcedural Rules respects the privacy of our community, pursuant to state and federal law.
Fiscal Impact Initial Cost Per Item: $0
Recurring Costs: $0
*(Drones are owned by a vendor & leased by the BHPD)
Approximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $0Year Obtained: 2021 How acquired: Department funds / Contract with 3 Party vendor Training Teleoperators must have a FAA Part 107 Certificate.
Necessity Government Code The UAV allows police personnel to respond more quickly § 707 1(d)(1)(A) to emergency calls for service, enhancing public safety. It also allows police personnel to assess potentially dangeroussituations from a safe vantage point, direct police resources on the ground, and mitigate the risk of harm to officers and the public.
Public Welfare Government Code The use of these UAVs positively impacts public welfare as § 707 1(d)(1)(B) they expedite the arrival of police resources at emergency calls for service and promote de-escalation and appropriate tactics.
Cost Effective Government Code The contract for leasing a $20,000+ drone is a reasonable § 707 l(d)(l)(C) cost for a commercial-grade UAV with a 5-year life span.
Compliance Government Code Each UAV use is recorded on a “Drones as a First § 7071(d)(1)(D) Responder” (DFR) and electronically submitted. The use of the UAV is in compliance with Military Equipment Use
Policy 706. No complaints or concerns were received.
pg.22
Item Category: Robotics
Avatar II
Description Avatar 2 Tactical Robot
Quantity 1 Authorized 5Capability The Avatar is an unmanned machine operating on the ground to enhance the safety of officers and the community. It detects, reduces, and clears threats in complex terrainand confmed spaces. It can manipulate objects with an articulating arm and has a microphone_and_loudspeaker_for communication.
Approximate 10 years
Life SpanManufacturer’s The AVATAR® enhances the capabilities of SWAT and tactical response teams by Description allowing them to quickly and safely inspect dangerous situations. There is no longer a need to send personnel in before you’ve had a chance to assess the situation.
Purpose When a legal justification exists to enter a location, the Avatar can be used to remotely gain visuallaudio data and clear the interior/exterior locations for possible threats or hazards.
Authorized Trained operators may use the device at the discretion of the incident commander.
UsageLegal and BHPDs policy is to utilize a robot only for official law enforcement purposes and inProcedural a manner that respects the privacy of our community, pursuant to state and federalRules law.
Fiscal Impact Initial Cost Per Item: $26,266
Recurring Costs: $0
Approximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $0Year Obtained: 2015How acquired: Equipment Replacement Fund (Fund 400) Training Annual 8-hour training course.
Necessity Government Code Unmanned ground robots are used for reconnaissance during § 7071(d)(1)(A) critical incidents to help provide visibility in areas where officers would be unsafe to send. They can also defuse ormove potentially hazardous items. There is no knownalternative to this system.
Public Welfare Government Code Without robots, officers would have to deploy into high-risk § 707 1(d)(1)(B) situations, which would increase the risk for both the officers and the members of the public.
Cost Effective Government Code $26,266 is the standard cost for this type of equipment with a § 707 1(d)(l)(C) life span of more than 10 years.
Compliance Govermnent Code Each robot’s use is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” § 707 1(d)(1)(D) Blue Team Entry and electronically submitted. The use of the robot is in compliance with Military Equipment Use
Policy 706. No complaints or concerns were received.
pg. 23
pg. 24
Item Category: Robotics
Recon Robot
Description Tactical “Throwbot” Recon Robotics
Quantity 2 [Authorized J4
Capabifity The Throwbot 2 robot is an unmanned machine operating on the ground to enhance the safety of officers and the community. It can be thrown into hazardous situations and is designed to be able to crawl over a variety of terrain, clearing obstacles up to 2” tall.
Approximate Life 10 years
SpanManufacturer’s The Throwbot 2 (TB2) robot is a throwable micro-robot platform that enables Description operators to obtain instantaneous video and audio reconnaissance within indoor or outdoor environments.
Purpose When a legal justification exists to enter a location, the Recon Robot can be used to remotely gain visuallaudio data and clear the interior/exterior locations for possible threats or hazards.
Authorized Use Trained operators may use the device at the discretion of the incident commandeLegal and BHPD’s policy is to utilize a robot only for official law enforcement purposes and Procedural Rules in a manner that respects the privacy of our community, pursuant to state and federal law.
Fiscal Impact Initial Cost Per Item: $15,500
Recurring Costs: $0
Approximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $0 (Covered by warranty) Year Obtained: 2009-2021
-How acquired: Equipment Replacement Fund (Fund 400)
Training All operators shall attend a formalized in-house instructional program.Necessity Government Code Unmanned ground robots are used for reconnaissance during § 707 1(d)(1)(A) critical incidents to help provide visibility in areas where officers would be unsafe to send. They can also defuse or move potentially hazardous items. There is no known
alternative to this system.
Public Welfare Government Code Without robots, officers would have to deploy into high-risk § 707 l(d)(1)(B) situations, which would increase the risk for both the officers and the members ofthe public.
Cost Effective Government Code $15,500 is the standard cost for this type of equipment with a § 7071(d)(1)(C) life span of more than 10 years.
Compliance Government Code Each robot’s use is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” § 707 1(d)(l)(D) Blue Team Entry and electronically submitted. The robot’s use has been in compliance with Military Equipment Use
Policy 706. No complaints or concerns were received.
pg. 25
END SECTION
pg. 26
SECTION 2- VEHICLES &
[tern Category: Vehicles
EQUIPMENT
FreightlinerM2BusinessClassChassis
)escription 1obile Tactical Command Vehicle
uantity 1 lAuthorized Ii
apability [‘his vehicle is used as a Tactical Operations Command Center and for carrying guipment for the tactical teams.
Me Span O Years
bIanufacturer’s !012, M2 Business Class 19, 50 1-26,000 GVW, straight Trucks, Emergency Services,)escription [‘acticalurpose [‘his vehicle supports tactical operations based on the specific circumstances of a given ritical incident, large event, Tactical Operations Center (TOC), natural disaster, orommunity supporting event. uthorized Use Special Weapons and Tactics Team (SWAT)
egal and 3HPD’s policy is to utilize tactical vehicles only for official law enforcement purposes roceduraI Rules Lnd pursuant to state and federal law.?iscal Impact nitial Cost Per Item: $254,711 nnua1 Recurring Costs: $0
pproximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $2,814
(ear Obtained: 201 1
-low acquired: Asset forfeiture funds
[‘raining [‘he driver/operator shall receive training in the safe handling of the vehicle on a closed raining course on city streets. Once the operator is competent in vehicle handling, the lriver/ operator will successfully drive the vehicle throughout the city with an xperienced driver.
ecessity 3overnment The Tactical Operations Command Center is equipped with specific Dode :ommunication and audiovisual devices to assist in the command and § 707 l(d)(1)(A) :ontrol of a critical incident. It stores SWAT operators’ equipment, which helps provide a quicker response to critical incidents. There iso known alternative for the Tactical Operations Command Center hat provides the same amount of mobility and support at one location n a quick deployment.
Public Welfare 5overnment The Tactical Operations Command Center allows for mobile incident Code ommand and the use of Incident Command Systems, facilitating the § 707 1(d)(l)(B) ‘est possible on-scene decision-making by key leaders.
Cost Effective 3overnment This highly specialized vehicle has a life span of 20 years and is costCode ffective. § 707l(d)(1)©
pg. 27
lEach Tactical Command Center use is recorded on a “Military iipment Use” Blue Team Entry and electronically submitted. The of this vehicle complies with Military Equipment Use Policy 706.
Lnts or concerns were received.
pg. 28
[tern Category: Vehicles
Ford / Lenco Armored Vehicle
Iescription .rmored Vehicle (Bearcat)uantity 1 Authorized IiCapability [‘he Bearcat is an armored vehicle that seats 10-12 personnel and can be utilized as a ‘escue vehicle. It can stop various projectiles, which provides greater safety to citizens ‘md officers.
Life Span 0 years‘Ianufacturer’s 009 Ford F550, 10,001-14,000 GVW Armored Emergency Services Vehicle.escriptionPurpose [‘o be used in response to critical incidents as a rescue vehicle and/or deliver tactical ,lements into a high-threat area.
uthorized Use [‘he use of the armored vehicles shall only be authorized by the watch commander or SWAT commander, based on the specific circumstances of a critical incident. The irmored vehicle shall be used by officers trained and in a manner consistent with policy nd training.
Legal and 3HPDs policy is to utilize annored vehicles only for official law enforcement purposesProcedural Rules Lnd pursuant to state and federal law.F’iscal Impact nitial Cost Per Item: $246,429 nnual Recurring Costs: $0pproximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $1,098 (ear Obtained: 2009
-low acquired: Department funds
Iraining Jl sworn personnel are trained in basic vehicle operations and practical driving jnstruction. Officers and supervisors who attend SWAT school are the primary armored ‘ehicle instructors.
ecessity 3overmnent .rmored vehicles allow officers closer access to high-risk situations Dode vhile substantially reducing the physical risk to the officers and § 7071 (d)( 1 )(A) itizens. There are no reasonable alternatives to providing the same evel of mobile ballistic protection.
ublic Welfare 3overnment .rmored vehicles provide ballistic protection to officers and citizens ode luring rescue, critical incidents, and hazardous situations. § 7071 (d)( 1 )(B)
ost Effective 3overnment his highly specialized vehicle has a life span of 20 years and has the Thde ,otential to save human lives.
§ 707l(d)(l)(C)
ornpliance 3overnment ach Bearcat use is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” Blue ode feam Entry and electronically submitted. The use ofthis vehicle § 707 l(d)(l)(D) omplies with Military Equipment Use Policy 706. No complaints or oncerns were received.
pg.29
[tern Category: Vehicles
2016 Freightliner MT-55 Forward Control
Chassis
)escription 1obile Command Center (MCC)
uantity I Authorized ji
Capability [‘his vehicle is utilized as a Mobile Operations Command Center to support public afety and local government operations in the field, including but not limited to incident ommand, dispatch operations, salvage/recovery, and multi-agency support, includingnutual aid.
Jfe Span 0 Years4anufacturer’s 016 LDV Model #SS34FC-26, 000 GVW)escription urpose [‘he vehicle provides support for multidisciplinary deployments, critical incidents, arge-scale events, natural disasters, and community events. uthorized Use )epartment Personnel
egal and HPDs policy is to utilize fleet vehicles only for official law enforcement purposes anc rocedural Rules ursuant to state and federal law.iscaI Impact nitial Cost Per Item: $782,446 .ecurring Costs: $0pproximate Annual Maintenance Costs: S 10,000 (ear Obtained: 2017
low acquired: Capital Improvement Project
[‘raining \. driver/operator shall receive training in the safe handling and deployment of the ‘chicle on a closed training course, in and around the city streets, and on localeeways. Once the driver/operator has shown competence in the handling and leployment of the equipment, the driver/operator will be qualified to operate the (chicle throughout the city (and beyond).
ecessity overnnient The MCC is equipped with specific communication and audio ode usual devices to assist in the command and control of a critical § 707 1(d)(l)(A) ncident. It provides mobility, shelter, logistical support, and ower. There is no known alternative for the MCC that provides the ;ame amount of mobility and support at one location in a quick leployment.
Public Welfare 3overnment [lie MCC allows for mobile incident command and the use of Code ncident Command Systems, facilitating the best possible on-scene § 707 1(d)(1)(B) lecision-making by key leaders.
Cost Effective 3overnment This highly specialized vehicle has a life span of 20 years and is Code :ost-effective.
§ 7071(d)(1)(C)
Compliance 5overnment ach MCC use is logged and maintained by Special Projects. The Code ise of this vehicle complies with Military Equipment Use Policy § 7071 (d)(1)(D) 106. No complaints or concerns were received. pg. 30
[tern Category: Accessories
Long Range Acoustic Device (LRAD)
Lescription ..RAD bOX Mag-HS LRAD is a high-intensity directional acoustic array for long ange, crystal-clear hailing, notification, and an unmistakable warning tone. uantity 3 jAuthorized Is
Capability [‘he LRAD is primarily used as a communication device. The LRAD 100X ensures ,oice messages are clearly heard and understood. It is self-contained and portable andias an extended voice broadcast that ranges out to 600 meters. LRAD’s optimized Iriver, waveguide, and power efficiency technologies enable the LRAD 100X to rovide several hours of clear, continuous communication from a single battery charge.
Life Span 5 years
4anufacturer’s RAD bOX portable Long Range Acoustic Device hailing tactical communications.escriptionF’urpose [‘o address the public in the event of emergencies, natural disasters, evacuations, and olice incidents (e.g., missing persons, perimeters for wanted suspects! K-9 leployments, etc.) or to be used to issue dispersal orders during crowd and riot control ituations. The LRAD may also be used as a warning tone. uthorized Use [‘he LRAD shall only be used by officers and supervisors trained in its deployment and ised in a maimer consistent with Department policy and procedure.
Legal and [‘he LRAD shall only be used for official law enforcement purposes and pursuant toE’rocedural Rules tate and federal law.
Fiscal Impact nitial Cost Per Item: $24,801
.ecurring Costs: $0
pproximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $1,000(ear Obtained: 2018 low acquired: Equipment Replacement Fund (Fund 400)
rraining l1 operators receive training prior to operating the LRAD in the field. ecessity Iovemment fhe LRAD is only used when standard sound amplification Dode quipment cannot provide the required range or capability. No § 7071 (d)( I )(A) easonable alternative would suffice in situations where the LRAD is lecessary.
ubIic Welfare 5overnmcnt [‘he LRAD is used in situations deemed necessary to address the Thde ,ublic. It can also be used as a safe deterrent against hostile crowds or § 707 1(d)(l)(B) ndividuals.
Dost Effective Jovernment 24,801 is a reasonable cost for a piece of equipment with a 25-year Dode ife span.
§ 7071 (d)( 1 )(C)
Dompliance 3overnment ach LRAD use is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” Blue ode [‘earn Entry and electronically submitted. This system’s use is in § 707 1(d)(1)(D) ompliance with Military Equipment Use Policy 706. No complaints r concerns were received.
pg.31
END SECTION
pg. 32
SECTION 3-WEAPONS
[tern Category: Rifles
M4 COLT Commando Carbine
[)escription DOLT M4 Commando Carbine()uantity 12 Authorized 120Capability rhe Colt M4 Commando is a lightweight, magazine-fed, gas-operated rifle. Some of :he rifles have select-fire triggers. Some of the rifles have longer barrels and arelesigned_for_longer,_more_precise_shots.
Life Span 15 years
4anufacturer’s Throughout the world today, Colt’s reliability, performance, and accuracy provide ourlescription rmed Forces with the confidence required to accomplish any mission.Purpose Ihe COLT M4 can stop threats of great bodily injury or death at close and ntermediate ranges. The M4 platform is capable of firing more accurately and quicker han a pistol while holding more rounds in the magazine and having better ballistic iualities.
uthorized Use 3WAT trained personnel, POST-certified rifle-trained personnel Legal and fhe BHPD’s policy is to use rifles only for official law enforcement purposes and in Procedural Rules iccordance with state and federal law. 3HPD Policy 404 Crisis Response Unit
Fiscal Impact nitial Cost Per Item: $1,109
nnual Recurring Costs: $0pproximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $250‘ear Obtained: 2015 low acquired: Department funds
I’raining 3OST Certified Rifle School
ecessity 3ovemment Specialized firearms enable officers to address medium—to long Dode listance threats or those that are heavily armed, armored, or both. § 707 l(d)(l)(A) o known alternatives to these weapons provide the same level of listance or precision.
F’ublic Welfare 3overnment Specialized firearms allow officers to make more precise shot Dode Lacements, which minimizes the risk to officers and innocent § 7071(d)(1)(B) itizens.
Dost Effective 3ovemment this piece of equipment has a life span of at least 15 years and is Dode :ost-effective.
§ 7071 (d)( 1 )(C)
Dompliance ovemment Use is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” Blue Team Entry Dode rnd electronically submitted. The use of this weapon complies § 707 1(d)(l)(D) with Military Equipment Use Policy 706. No complaints or oncems were received.
pg. 33
[tern Category: Rifles
COLT M16A2-MG
)escnption DOLT M16A2-MG
uantity Authorized [2
apability I’he Colt M16A2 is a lightweight, magazine-fed, gas-operated rifle. Some ofthe rifles ave select-fire triggers and automatic fire. The rifles have longer barrels and arelesigned_for_longer,_more_precise_shots.
Me Span 15 years
blanufacturer’s Throughout the world today, Colt’s reliability, performance, and accuracy provide our)escription krmed Forces with the confidence required to accomplish any mission.‘urpose The COLT M16A2 can stop threats of great bodily injury or death at close and ntermediate ranges. The Ml 6A2 platform is capable of firing more accurately anduicker than a pistol while holding more rounds in the magazine and having better,allistic qualities. uthorized Use SWAT-trained personnel, POST-certified rifle-trained personnelegal and [he BHPD’s policy is to use rifles only for official law enforcement purposes and in rocedural Rules ccordance with state and federal law.
3HPD Policy 404 Crisis Response Unit
Fiscal Impact [nitial Cost Per Item: $2,500
s.nnual Recurring Costs: $0pproximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $250‘ear Obtained: 2019 -low acquired: Department funds
framing SWAT School or POST Certified Rifle School
ecessity 3overnment Specialized firearms enable officers to address medium—to long ode listance threats or those that are heavily armed, armored, or both. § 707 1(d)(1)(A) Jo known alternatives to these weapons provide the same level of listance or precision.
Public Welfare 3overnment Specialized firearms allow officers to make more precise shot ode ,lacements, which minimizes the risk to officers and innocent § 7071 (d)( I )(B) :itizens.
Dost Effective 3overnment [‘his piece of equipment has a life span of at least 15 years and is ode :ost-effective.
§ 7071(d)(1)(C)
Dompliance 3ovemment Jse is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” Blue Team Entry Dode Lnd electronically submitted. The use of this weapon complies § 707 1(d)(1)(D) vith Military Equipment Use Policy 706. No complaints or oncerns were received.
pg. 34
[tern Category: Rifles
B&T Semi-Automatic Carbine
)escription Semi-Automatic Carbine
uantity 13 lAuthorized 120
Dapability lie B&T semi-automatic carbine is a compact carbine that uses a standard pistol aliber. It provides excellent handling, accuracy, safety, and low recoil. In conjunctionwith the Range staff, K9 Unit, and the Crime Impact Team (CIT), BHPD tested iumerous weapons platforms in this category from various manufacturers. B&T APC-9roved itselfto be the clear frontrunner. Several United States military units and lawnforcement_agencies_are_deploying_this_weapon_system. fe Span pproximately 5 years‘Ianufacturer’s rhe Advanced Police Carbine (APC) series was designed for the demands of today’s)escription ,olice, special forces, and military units around the world. As the hallmark ofthe B&T me, the APC series represents the ultimate in performance, reliability, and accuracy. rhe APC family includes the flexible and adaptable APC9/40 & 45/10mm, the rifle aliber APC223/556/300 line, and the ultimate in semiautomatic precision, the APC3O8.Vith a comprehensive suite of accessories created specifically for these platforms, thePC series represents a breakthrough in customization and modularity for every)perator_and_every_specialized_mission. urpose 3&T semi-automatic carbine is used to protect the lives ofthe public during a potential ethal force circumstance. It is a compact alternative that can be used during high-risk ;urveillance operations and undercover operations. This is the only alternative to much arger_and powerful_rifle_caliber carbines.
uthorized Use uthorized users who have completed the basic training course. egal and rhe BHPD’s policy is to use rifles only for official law enforcement purposes and in rocedural Rules accordance with state and federal law.
fiscal Impact nitial Cost Per Item: $3,845
nnual Recurring Costs: $0pproximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $0 ‘ear Obtained: 2023
low acquired: Department funds
(raining nitial 24-hour course, quarterly qualifications. 4ecessity 3overnment Uhere is no alternative weapon in the class type and size for the ode reservation of life and deployment in a surveillance or undercover § 7071(d)(l)(A) apacity.
Public Welfare 3overnment fhe equipment will be deployed in potentially lethal force situations in :Dode )rder to protect the public from death or great bodily injury. § 7071(d)(l)(B)
Cost Effective 3ovemment rhere are no other alternatives in cost. ode
§ 707 l(d)(l)(C)
Compliance overnment Jse will be recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” Blue Team Entry rode md electronically submitted. The use of this weapon complies with § 707 l(d)(l)(D) Vlilitary Equipment Use Policy 706. No complaints or concerns were eceived.
pg. 35
[tern Category: Specialty Rifles
Surgeon Rifles-Scalpel 591
)escription .308 Surgeon Scalpel Bolt Action Rifle
uantity Authorized Is
apability song-range precision shooting
.ife Span 15 years
bIanufacturer’s [‘he Surgeon Scalpel 591 Short Action is world-renowned for strength and accuracy.)escription [he 591SA is specific to .223 Remington, .243 Win, 6XC, .260 Remington, 6.5 [‘reedmoor, and .308 Win. This action features a built-in 20 MOA MIL-STD 1913 rail nd recoil lug. By integrating the recoil lug into the action, Surgeon creates a longer enon length and strengthens the entire free-floated system. urpose [‘he Surgeon is an accurate rifle for precision shooting. These rifles are equipped with nagnifled optics and can be utilized to take precision shots at intermediate to long anges. It shoots a .308 caliber bullet that is bigger and heavier than a typical .223 aliber bullet from an AR- 15. This caliber bullet has the ability to penetrate ntermediate barriers, such as glass, with less deflection. uthorized Use HPD SWAT Long Rifle TrainedegaI and [‘he BHPD’s policy is to use rifles only for official law enforcement purposes and inrocedural Rules Lccordance with state and federal law.
IHPD Policy 404 — Crisis Response Unit
iscal Impact nitial Cost Per Item: $8,768
knnual Recurring Costs: $0
pproximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $1,000Year Obtained: 2016-2018Flow acquired: Department funds [‘raining POST SWAT School / SWAT Precision Rifle Schoolecessity 3overnment Specialized firearms enable officers to address medium—to long [‘ode Iistance threats or those that are heavily armed, armored, or both. § 7071(d)(1)(A) o known alternatives to these weapons provide the same level of Jistance or precision.
ublic Welfare 3overnment Specialized firearms allow officers to make more precise shot ode ,lacements, which minimizes the risk to officers and innocent § 7071(d)(1)(B) itizens.
Cost Effective 3overnment [‘his piece of equipment has a life span of at least 15 years and is Dode ost-effective.
§ 7071(d)(1)(C)
Compliance ovemment Jse is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” Blue Team Entry ode Lnd electronically submitted. The use ofthis weapon complies with § 7071 (d)( I )(D) 4ilitary Equipment Use Policy 706. No complaints or concerns vere received.
pg. 36
[tern Category: Specialty Rifles
Colt LE 901 Rifle
)escription Dolt LE 901 7.62x51
)uantity 1 [Authorized IS
Dapabifity fhe 901 can stop threats of great bodily injury or death at close and intermediate ranges. [‘he 901 platform is capable of firing more accurately and quicker than a pistol whileiolding more rounds in the magazine and having better ballistic qualities. fe Span 15 yearsIanufacturer’s fhe Colt LE9O 1 modular semi-automatic carbine is a recent development of the famous)escription merican small arms making company, Colt. It is built for civilian and law enforcement ise, to provide shooters with a weapon that has familiar AR- 15 -style ergonomics andiandling but can be easily converted between the two most popular rifle calibers 1,62x5 1 / .308 Winchester and 5,56x45 / .223 Remington. The 7.62mm caliber option )ffers more extended range and better terminal effectiveness at the cost of greaterweight, more pronounced felt recoil, and limited magazine capacity (usually 10 or 20 ounds).
urpose [‘he 901 platform is equipped with magnified optics and can be utilized to take )recision shots at intermediate to long ranges. It shoots a .308 caliber bullet that is igger and heavier than a typical .223 caliber bullet from an AR-iS. This caliber bullet ias the ability to penetrate intermediate barriers, such as glass, with less deflection. uthorized Usage 3HPD SWAT -Long Rifle Trained
egal and [‘he BHPD’s policy is to use rifles only for official law enforcement purposes and inrocedural Rules ‘iccordance with state and federal law. 3HPD Policy 404 --Crisis Response Unit
iscal Impact nitial Cost Per Item: $4,900
nnual Recurring Costs: $0
pproximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $250
(ear Obtained: 2010-2019
-low acquired: Department funds
framing ‘OST SWAT School / SWAT Precision Rifle Schoolecessity 3overnment Specialized firearms enable officers to address medium to long Dode listance threats or those that are heavily armed, armored, or both. No § 7071 (d)( 1 )(A) nown alternatives to these weapons provide the same level of listance or precision.
Public Welfare 3overnment Specialized firearms allow officers to make more precise shot Dode lacements, which minimizes the risk to officers and innocent 7071(d)(l)(B) itizens.
Cost Effective overnment Ehis piece of equipment has a life span of at least 15 years and is Code :ost-effective.
§ 7071(d)(l)(C)
Compliance 3ovemment Jse is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” Blue Team Entry and Code lectronically submitted. The use of this weapon complies with § 707 l(d)(l)(D) 4ilitary Equipment Use Policy 706. No complaints or concerns were eceived.
pg. 37
[tern Category: Specialty Rifles
.50 cal Barrett Model 82A1
)escription 3arrett Model 82A1 .50 cal
)uantity 1 lAuthorized j3
Dapabilhty ‘ehicle Disabling, Extreme Long-Range Shooting, Penetrating Armor fe Span lO years4anufacturer’s l’he first semi-automatic .50 caliber rifle available. Its chamber is chrome plated and)escription Jimensioned for both civilian and military ammunition. The extractor and ejector are roven to work under any condition, and close tolerances on every part allow it to ‘unction in all environments.
‘urpose rhe .50 caliber cartridge contains much more energy than all the other rounds carried by 3HPD SWAT. This round’s energy and penetrating power would allow it to penetrate md disable an engine or penetrate through an up-armored vehicle. uthorized Use 3HPD SWAT
.egaI and The BHPD’s policy is to use rifles only for official law enforcement purposes and in rocedura1 ‘iccordance with state and federal law.ules 3HPD Policy 404 Crisis Response Unitisca1 Impact nitial Cost Per Item: $7,873 .nnual Recurring Costs: $0
pproximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $200
‘earObtained: 2010
Iow acquired: Asset forfeiture funds
I’raining OST SWAT School / SWAT Precision Rifle Schoolecessity 3overnment Specialized firearms enable officers to address medium—to long Dode listance threats or those that are heavily armed, armored, or both. No § 7071(d)(1)(A) mown alternatives to these weapons provide the same level of histance or precision.
‘ublic Welfare 3overnment Specialized firearms allow officers to make more precise shot Dode ,lacements, which minimizes the risk to officers and innocent § 7071(d)(1)(B) itizens.
ost Effective 3overnment This piece of equipment has a life span of at least 20 years and is Dode ost-effective.
§ 707 l(d)(1)(C)
Compliance 3overnment Jse is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” Blue Team Entry Dode Lnd electronically submitted. The use of this weapon complies with § 7071(d)(1)(D) 1ilitary Equipment Use Policy 706. No complaints or concerns were eceived.
pg.38
tern Category: Projectile Launch Platforms
40mm LMTTM Tactical Single Launcher
)escription 0mm Single Shot Launcher
uantity Authorized 140 (seeking 50 this year)
apability .ess Lethal Munitions Delivery Device
.Me Span 5-10 years4anufacturer’s 1anufactured exclusively for Defense Technology®, the 40LMTS is a tactical single)escription hot launcher that features an expandable ROGERS Super Stock and an adjustable ntegrated Front Grip (IFG) with light rail. The ambidextrous Lateral Sling Mount LSM) and QD mounting systems allow both a single and two-point sling attachment. fhe 4OLMTS will fire standard 40mm less lethal ammunition, up to 4.8 inches inartridge length. The Picatinny Rail Mounting System will accept a wide array of nhanced optics/sighting systems.
‘urpose The 40mm Single Launcher is a tactical single-shot launcher with an expandable stock md an Eotech holographic electronic optic. Department personnel utilize 40 mmLaunchers as a less lethal tool for launching impact rounds. uthorized Use rrained sworn personnel
Legal and rhe BFIPD’s policy is to use this weapon only for official law enforcement purposes andProcedural n accordance with state and federal law.Rules BHPD Policy 404 Crisis Response UnitFiscal Impact [nitial Cost Per Item: $1,400 &nnual Recurring Costs: $0kpproximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $100‘ear Obtained: 2019[low acquired: Department funds rraining R.ange training on the use ofthe 40mm launcher ecessity 3overnment fhis launcher is a less lethal platform that allows officers to Dode onfront potentially armed or dangerous suspects at a longer § 7071 (d)(I )(A) listance. There is no alternative to these less lethal weapon systems.
Public Welfare 3overnment This less lethal platform can potentially prevent a deadly force ode mcounter.
§ 7071 (d)( 1 )(B)
Eost Effective 3overnnient fhis piece of equipment has a life span of at least 5-10 years and is ode :ost-effective.
§ 707 l(d)(1)(C)
ompliance 3overnment Jse is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” Blue Team Entry ode rnd electronically submitted. The use of this weapon complies with § 707 1(d)(l)(D) 4ilitary Equipment Use Policy 706. No complaints or concerns vere received.
pg. 39
[tern Category: Projectile Launch Platforms
40mm LMTTM Tactical Multi-Launcher
Eescription [0mm Multi-Shot Launcher
uantity 1 lAuthorized 15
Eapability ess Lethal Munitions Delivery Device
Life Span 5-10 yearsIanufacturer’s 40mm pump-action advanced magazine drum launcher with a fixed stock and combo[)escription all. It has a six-shot capacity and a rifled barrel. Previously labeled the PGL-65, the èatures include: Double-action trigger, trigger lock push button, and hammer lock afety.
Eurpose Che 40mm Launcher is a multi-shot launcher capable of firing six less-lethal rounds. )epartment personnel utilize launchers as a less-lethal tool to launch impact rounds. uthorized Use )fficers and supervisors who have completed the less lethal course/training Legal and rhe BHPD’s policy is to use this weapon only for official law enforcement purposes and ‘rocedural n accordance with state and federal law.
Eules 3HPD Policy 404 Crisis Response Unit[iscal Impact nitial Cost Per Item: $1,000 .nnual Recurring Costs: $0pproximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $100 fear Obtained: 2012
iow acquired: Department funds
[rain ‘OST Approved SWAT school, Less than Lethal Operator Coursebjecessity 3overnment This launcher is a less lethal platform that allows officers to confront Dode otentially anned or dangerous suspects at a longer distance. There is 7071 (d)( 1 )(A) o alternative to these less lethal weapon systems. ublic Welfare overnment This less lethal platform can potentially prevent a deadly force Dode mcounter.
§ 707 l(d)(1)(B)
Dost Effective Iovernment This piece of equipment has a life span of at least 5-10 years and is Dode ost-effective.
7071(d)(l)(C)
Dompliance 5overnment Use is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” Blue Team Entry and Dode lectronically submitted. The use of this weapon complies with § 707 l(d)(l)(D) 4ilitary Equipment Use Policy 706. No complaints or concerns were eceived.
pg. 40
[tern Category: Specialty Shotgun
Remington 870 Breaching Shotgun
)escription .oya1 Remington 870 Express Breaching Shotgun — )uantity I Authorized 15Dapability 3allistic Breeching Device .ife Span 10 years4anufacturer’s oyal Arms Breaching Shotgun uses a Remington 870 Express Synthetic 12 Ga Shotgun)escription is its base. It is modified with custom CNC-machined parts to be the ultimate Breaching hotgun. Royal Arms invented the Breachers and Breaching shotguns. urpose fhis weapon allows breachers to safely utilize shotgun breaching •ounds to destroy deadbolts, locks, and hinges. The stand-off that is attached to the end of:he barrel allows for positive placement ofthe gun into the correct position and ventsases to prevent overpressure. With a flash bang round, this weapon can also defeatvindows and sliding glass doors. uthonzed Use 3HPD SWATegal and fhe BHPD’s policy is to use this weapon only for official law enforcement purposes androcedural Rules n accordance with state and federal law. 3HPD Policy 404 Crisis Response Unit
iscal Impact nitial Cost Per Item: $900
nnual Recurring Costs: $0pproximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $50 i’ear Obtained: 2010
low acquired: Department funds
rraining wom members utilizing ballistic breaching tools are trained in their use during a POST Lpproved SWAT Breaching course.
ecessity 3overnment Code 3reaching tools are used to enter fortified or hardened structures to § 707 l(d)(1)(A) illow for rescue or other high-risk police entries. They are used when here are no other reasonable alternatives to rapidly breaching a ocation. As stated, there is no known reasonable alternative to thesetems when they are necessary.
Public Welfare Jovemment Code 3reaching tools are used when time is of the essence to preserve life. § 7071 (d)( I )(B) Vithout these items, officers may not be able to access locations safely and in a timely manner to engage in necessary police )perations.
Eost Effective Iovernment Code rhis piece of equipment has a life span of at least 10 years and is 7071(d)(1)(C) :ost-effective.
Zompliance iovernment Code ]se is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” Blue Team Entry and § 707 l(d)(l)(D) lectronically submitted. The use of this weapon complies with 4iIitary Equipment Use Policy 706. No complaints or concerns were eceived.
pg.41
END SECTION
pg. 42
SECTION 4-AMMUNITION
[tern Category: SWAT Specific Ammunition
Hornady .50 BMG Ammunition
)escription [-lornady .50 Cal A-MAX 750 gr.)uantity 100 Authorized 11,000 apability For penetrating intermediate barriers; an Anti-material round Jfe Span 1o listed expiration dateIanufacturer’s Elomady has taken the technology of the A-Max bullet and turned it into a .50 caliber )escription vIatch cartridge. With a muzzle energy of over 13,000 ft. lbs., this loaded round reates destructive potential but keeps it accurate and consistent at the same time. urpose E’enetrate intermediate barriers and metals at extremely long range. iuthorized Use SWAT trained personnel, POST-certified rifle-trained personnelegal and [he BHPD’s policy is to use this ammunition only for official law enforcement ‘rocedural Rules urposes and in accordance with state and federal law.
BHPD Policy 404 — Crisis Response Unit
isca1 Impact [nitial Cost Per Item: $5.10
.nnual Recurring Costs: $0kpproximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $0 Year Obtained: 2017Flow acquired: Department funds
L’raining F’OST SWAT School / SWAT Precision Rifle School ecessity 3overnment [his bullet is designed to penetrate hardened or bullet-resistant rode argets. As such, there are no alternatives to this ammunition. § 7071(d)(1)(A)
Public Welfare Jovernment rhis bullet enables officers to address armored threats, providing rode afety to both the officers and the public.
§ 707 1(d)(1)(B)
Cost Effective 3overnment [his is a low-cost item at $5 a round. This ammunition is long ode asting, cost-effective, and there are no other alternatives. § 707l(d)(l)(C)
Compliance 3ovemment Jse is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” Blue Team Entry ode md electronically submitted. The use ofthis ammunition complies § 707 l(d)(1)(D) vith Military Equipment Use Policy 706. No complaints or concerns ‘ere received.
pg. 43
[tern Category: SWAT Specific Ammunition
Homady .308 Win Eld Match
)escription Elornady .308 Win 155 gr. ELD Match TAP
uantity t,400 Authorized jis,00o
Dapability 4atch grade precision round, limited penetrationLife Span Jo listed expiration date‘1anufacturer’s Designed specifically for the .308 AR-b platform and its variants, the resilient tip of )escription he ELD Match bullet aids in reliable feed and function, and the propellant is specifically tailored to operate in the AR-10 efficiently. The 155 gr. ELD® match bullet vith Heat Shield® tip delivers the excellent terminal performance TAP Precision® ismown for, but features a resilient, heat-resistant polymer tip that improves the ballistic oefflcient, resulting in higher impact velocities, less drop, less wind drift, and morenergy on target. urpose 4atch grade precision round with limited penetration uthorized Use 3HPD SWAT
.,egal and rhe BHPD’s policy is to use this ammunition only for official law enforcement rocedura1 Rules ,urposes and in accordance with state and federal law.
BHPD Policy 404 - Crisis Response Unit
iscal Impact [nitial Cost Per Item: $1.25
\nnual Recurring Costs: $5,000pproximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $0 ‘ear Obtained: 2020
low acquired: Department funds
[‘raining ‘OST SWAT SchoolI SWAT Precision Rifle Schoolecessity 3overnment Fhis bullet is designed to penetrate hardened or bullet-resistant ode argets. As such, there are no alternatives to this ammunition. § 707 1(d)(1)(A)
ublic Welfare 3overnment fhis bullet enables officers to address armored threats, providing ode ;afety to both the officers and the public.
§ 7071(d)(1)(B)
Dost Effective 3overnment fhe cost is negligible, at $1.25 each. This ammunition is long-lasting Dode md cost-effective, and there are no other alternatives. § 7071(d)(1)(C)
Compliance 3overnment ise is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” Blue Team Entry and ode lectronically submitted. The use of this ammunition complies with § 707 1(d)(l)(D) 4ilitary Equipment Use Policy 706. No complaints or concerns were eceived.
pg. 44
[tern Cateorv: SWAT Specific Ammunition
Hornady TAP SBR 5.56 75 gr.
)escription E1ornady TAP Short Barreled Rifle 5.56 Round 75 gr. uantity )0O Authorized 15,000
apability 1ore accurate round, designed for use in short-barreled riflesfe Span ‘o listed expiration date1anufacturer’s TAP® SBR is designed specifically for l0.5”-l 1.5” SBRs using proprietary)escription ,ropellant technology and a bullet designed with technology from industry-leading ritical Duty® FlexLock® bullets. TAP® SBRTM provides exceptional ammunition erformance in SBRs suppressed or unsuppressed, with virtually no flash or residue, a Iramatically reduced sound signature, will not foul or overheat suppressors, uniformielocity and accuracy, and provides a controllable rate of fire in automatic platforms.)esigned to meet the requirements of the FBI protocol, TAP® SBRTM is the optimumhoice for 10.5”-I 1.5” barreled 5.56 rifles. urpose 1ore accurate round, designed for use in short-barreled riflesuthorized Use 3HPD SWAT egal and fhe BHPD’s policy is to use this ammunition only for official law enforcement roceduraI Rules urposes and in accordance with state and federal Law. 3HPD Policy 404 — Crisis Response Unit
fiscal Impact nitial Cost Per Item: $0.85
.nnual Recurring Costs: $2,000pproximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $0 ‘ear Obtained: 2020
4ow acquired: Department funds
Training Successful completion of a POST-certified rifle school ecessity 3overnment rhis bullet is designed to penetrate hardened or bullet-resistant ode argets. As such, there are no alternatives to this ammunition. § 707 1(d)(1)(A)
Public Welfare 3overnment Ehis bullet enables officers to address armored threats, providing ode afety to both the officers and the public.
§ 7071(d)(1)(B)
cost Effective 3overnment Ehe cost is negligible, at $0.85 cents each. This ammunition is long ode asting and cost-effective, and there are no other alternatives. § 7071(d)(l)(C)
Dompliance 3overnment Use is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” Blue Team Entry and rode lectronically submitted. The use of this ammunition complies with § 707 1(d)(1)(D) ilitary Equipment Use Policy 706. No complaints or concerns were received.
pg. 45
[tern Category: SWAT Specific Ammunition
Hornady TAP SBR 5.56 55 gr.
)escription -lornady TAP Short Barreled Rifle 5.56 Round 55 gr. (Training round) uantity 16,000 Authorized 150,000
apabffity 4ore accurate round, designed for use in short-barreled rifles Jfe Span o listed expiration date
‘Ianufacturer’s fAP® SBRTM is designed specifically for 10.5”-l 1.5” SBRs by using proprietary)escription ,ropellant technology and a bullet designed with technology from industry-leading ritical Duty® FlexLock® bullets. TAP® SBRTM provides exceptional ammunition erformance in SBRs suppressed or unsuppressed, with virtually no flash or residue, a lramatically reduced sound signature, will not foul or overheat suppressors, uniform ,elocity and accuracy, and provides a controllable rate of fire in automatic platforms.)esigned to meet the requirements ofthe FBI protocol, TAP® SBRTM is the optimumhoice_for_l0.5”-l_1.5”_barreled_5.56_rifles. ‘urpose I’raining variant of duty ammunition issued by SWAT Personnel. More accurate ound,_designed_for_use_in_short-barreled rifles
uthorized Use 3HPD SWAT.egal and The BHPD’s policy is to use this ammunition only for official law enforcement‘rocedural Rules nirposes and in accordance with state and federal law. 3HPD Policy 404 — Crisis Response Unit
iscal Impact nitial Cost Per Item: $0.85
nnual Recurring Costs: $5,100pproximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $0 rrear Obtained: 2020
4ow acquired: Department funds
Framing successful completion of a POST-certified rifle schoolecessity 3overnment Chis bullet is designed to penetrate hardened or bullet-resistant Dode argets. As such, there are no alternatives to this ammunition. § 7071(d)(1)(A)
Public Welfare 3overnment rhis bullet enables officers to address armored threats, providing Dode afety to both the officers and the public.
§ 7071(d)(1)(B)
Cost Effective overnment rhe cost is negligible, at $0.85 cents each. This ammunition is long Dode asting and cost-effective, and there are no other alternatives. § 7071(d)(l)(C)
Compliance 3overnment Jse is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” Blue Team Entry Dode Lnd electronically submitted. The use of this ammunition complies § 707 l(d)(l)(D) vith Military Equipment Use Policy 706. No complaints or concerns vere received.
pg. 46
[tern Category: SWAT Specific Ammunition
RoyalArms TESCR Breaching Rounds
)escription - I’ESCR#3 Green Cap 375 gr. Clayvon® Frangible uantity l90 Authorized 11,500
Dapability 3allistic breaching of locking mechanismsLife Span ‘.Io listed expiration dateIanufacturer’s 3reen Cap 2-3/4” 375 Grain Clayvon® Frangible 12 Ga Shotgun Slug)escription Slug Material: Clay with S-70 Steel Shot Velocity: 1,650 Ft p/sec -18” Barrel
‘urpose fhe round is fired from a breaching shotgun, defeating all Locks, Cross-bolts, and inges. (Hollow core doors - Light steel doors)
uthorized Use 3HPD SWATLegal and The BHPD’s policy is to use this ammunition only for official law enforcementrocedural Rules ,urposes and in accordance with state and federal law. 3HPD Policy 404 --Crisis Response Unit
iscal Impact nitial Cost Per Item: $5
.nnual Recurring Costs: $0pproximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $0 lear Obtained: 2017
-low acquired: Department funds
[raining SWAT Breaching Course
ecessity 3ovemment 3reaching tools are used to enter fortified or hardened structures to ode illow for rescue or other high-risk police entries. They are used § 7071 (d)( 1 )(A) vhen there are no other reasonable alternatives to breach a location apidly. As stated, there is no known reasonable alternative to these Stems when they are necessary.
ublic Welfare 3ovemment 3reaching tools are used when time is of the essence in order to ode reserve life. Without these items, officers may not be able to gain § 7071 (d)( 1 )(B) ccess to locations safely and in a timely manner to engage in iecessary police operations.
Cost Effective 3overnment rhis is a low-cost item at $5 a round. This ammunition is long ode asting, cost-effective, and there are no other alternatives. § 7071(d)(l)(C)
Compliance overnment .Jse is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” Blue Team Entry ode Lnd electronically submitted. The use ofthis ammunition complies § 707 1(d)(l)(D) vith Military Equipment Use Policy 706. No complaints or concerns vere received.
pg. 47
[tern Category: Less-Lethal Munitions
CTS 4233 — 40mm CS Multi 3 Smoke, 4.8”
)escription Dombined Tactical Systems (CTS) 4233 40mm CS Multi 3 Smoke uantity 15 Authorized 1500
Capability ..aunched from a 40mm launcher, three sub-munitions emit CS via rapid burning.Jfe Span 5-year manufacturer warrantybfanufacturer’s This 40mm aluminum cartridge launches three sub-munitions that emit CS via rapid )escription ,urning. The munition is used from a stand-off distance and is effective in dispersing inruly crowds or denying areas during riots and civil disorder. urpose fo safely resolve critical situations such as crowd control during riotous situations an ugh-risk tactical operations.
uthorized Use SWAT trained personnel or chemical agent-certified personnel egal and The BHPD’s policy is to use this ammunition only for official law enforcement rocedura1 Rules urposes and in accordance with state and federal law. 3HPD Policy 303 -Control Devices & Techniques
iscaI Impact nitial Cost Per Item: $36
nnual Recurring Costs: $1,440pproximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $0 k’ear Obtained: 2021
Tow acquired: Department funds
[raining ‘OST approved SWAT School / POST approved Chemical Agent Instructor School / ri-house training
ecessity )overnment less lethal method is used to address violent or riotous crowds Dode ‘hen there is a risk to physical safety. They are also used to safely § 707 1(d)(1)(A) xtract a suspect from a fixed location or safely detain a suspect who )OSCS a risk of violence to officers. Allows officers to deploy a less ethal chemical agent into a structure where other weapons would not )C capable of doing so. There is no other alternative when these items ire reasonable and necessary for use.
Public Welfare 3overnment fhese weapons are less lethal and allow officers to avoid deadly Dode rce encounters.
§ 7071 (d)(I )(B)
Cost Effective 3overnment This is a low-cost item at $36 per round. This piece of equipment has Dode ‘u life span of at least 5 years and is cost-effective. There are no other § 707 1(d)(1)(C) Liternatives in cost.
Compliance 3overnment .Jse is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” Blue Team Entry and Dode lectronically submitted. The use of this ammunition complies with § 707 l(d)(l)(D) vtilitary Equipment Use Policy 706. No complaints or concerns were eceived.
pg. 48
Item Category: Less-Lethal Munitions
CTS 4230 — 40mm Cs Smoke, Pyro, 4.8”
)escription Dombined Tactical Systems (CTS) 4230 40mm CS SMOKE uantity lAuthorized 500
apability .40mm aluminum cartridge, single projectile round, that can launch from a 40mm auncher. Ammunition emits smoke or irritant agents via rapid burning. ife Span 5-year manufacturer warranty
Ianufacturer’s ,40mm aluminum cartridge that launches a single projectile round emitting smoke or)escription jrritant agents via rapid burning. Used effectively during riots at safe stand-off distances :o disperse groups or deny areas.
urpose ro safely resolve critical situations such as crowd control during riotous situations am ugh-risk tactical operations.
uthorized Use SWAT-trained personnel or chemical agent-certified personnelegal and rhe BHPD’s policy is to use this ammunition only for official law enforcementrocedural Rules urposes and in accordance with state and federal law. 3HPD Policy 303 — Control Devices & Techniques
isca1 Impact nitial Cost Per Item: $24
.nnual Recurring Costs: $946.pproximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $0 ‘ear Obtained: 2021
1ow acquired: Department funds
rraining ‘OST approved SWAT School / POST approved Chemical Agent Instructor School / n-house training
ecessity 3overnment .less lethal method is used to address violent or riotous crowds ode vhen there is a risk to physical safety. They are also used to safely § 7071 (d)( 1 )(A) xtract a suspect from a fixed location or safely detain a suspect who oses a risk of violence to officers. Allows officers to deploy a less ethal chemical agent into a structure where other weapons would not e capable of doing so. There is no other alternative when these items ire reasonable and necessary for use.
ublic Welfare 3overnment rhese weapons are less lethal and allow officers to avoid deadly ode brce encounters.
§ 7071 (d)( 1 )(B)
Dost Effective )overnment [‘his is a low-cost item at $24 per round. This piece of equipment has ode i life span of at least 5 years and is cost-effective. There are no other § 7071 (d)( 1 )(C) ilternatives in cost.
Compliance Iovernnient Jse is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” Blue Team Entry and Dode ilectronically submitted. The use of this ammunition complies with § 707 1(d)(1)(D) 1ilitary Equipment Use Policy 706. No complaints or concerns were eceived.
pg. 49
[tern Category: Less-Lethal Munitions
CTS 4550 — Frangible Impact, Orange Marking
Powder
)escription ombined Tactical Systems (CTS) 4550 - Frangible Impact, Orange Marking Powder uantity lAuthorized 11,000
Dapability vlunitions can be launched via a 40mm launcher.
Jfe Span 5-year manufacturer warranty‘Ianufacturer’s his 40mm aluminum cartridge launches frangible impact munitions, which are spin)escnption tabilized projectiles that deliver the multi-effects of blunt trauma and dispersal of inert r marking powder on and around a target. The munition is used from a stand-off listance and effectively disperses unruly crowds during riots and civil disorder. urpose Fo safely resolve critical situations, such as crowd control during iotous_situations_and_high-risk_tactical_operations.
uthorized Use SWAT-trained personnel / Less-lethal trained personnel .egal and rhe BHPD’s policy is to use this ammunition only for official law enforcement rocedural Rules Jurposes and in accordance with state and federal law.
BHPD Policy 303 — Control Devices & Techniques
?iscal Irnpact [nitial Cost Per Item: $40.27
.nnual Recurring Costs: $3,865.92pproximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $0‘ear Obtained: 2024 F-low acquired: Department funds
framing POST approved SWAT School and/or lu-house training ‘4ecessity 3overnment rhis less lethal munition allows officers to confront a potentially Dode ‘rmed or dangerous suspect from a further distance. They can also be § 7071(d)(l)(A) ised to safely resolve critical situations such as crowd control during -iotous situations and high-risk tactical operations. When necessary, here is no alternative to these less lethal weapon systems.
Public Welfare )overnment rhese weapons are less lethal and allow officers to avoid deadly force ode mcounters.
§ 7071(d)(l)(B)
Cost Effective 3overnment [‘his is a low-cost item at $40.27 per round. This piece of equipment ode ias a life span of at least 5 years and is cost-effective. There are no § 7071 (d)( 1 )(C) )ther alternatives in cost.
Compliance 3overnment Jse is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” Blue Team Entry and ode lectronically submitted. The use of this ammunition complies with § 707 1(d)(1)(D) 1ilitary Equipment Use Policy 706. No complaints or concerns were eceived.
pg.50
Item Category: Less-Lethal Munitions
CTS 4557 — 40mm Sponge, Smokeless, Spin
Stabilized
Lescription combinedTactical Systems (CTS) 4557 40mm Sponge, Smokeless, Spin Stabilizeduantity 352 Authorized 500Capability this intermediate, less lethal specialty munition allows for direct impact from a ninimum range of 5ft out to a maximum effective range of 147ft.
Life Span 5-year manufacturer warranty4anufacturer’s the 4557 — 40mm Sponge round is a point-of-aim, point-of-impact direct-fire round.Eescription this lightweight, high-speed projectile consists of a plastic body and sponge nose that .s spin stabilized via the incorporated rifling collar and the 40mm launcher’s rifled ,arrel. The round utilizes smokeless powder as the propellant and, therefore, has ielocities that are extremely consistent, which are used for crowd control, patrol, and actical applications.
Eurpose to safely resolve critical situations such as crowd control during riotous situations and ugh-risk tactical operations.
uthorized Use SWAT-trained personnel / Less-lethal trained personnel Legal and [he BHPD’s policy is to use this ammunition only for official law enforcementErocedural Rules ,urposes and in accordance with state and federal law. 3HPD Policy 303 Control Devices & Techniques
Eiscal Impact nitial Cost Per Item: $18
nnual Recurring Costs: $3,600pproximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $0 ‘ear Obtained: 2021HIow acquired: Department funds
I’raining OST approved SWAT School / POST approved Less Lethal Instructor School / In iouse training
bJecessity )overnment [his less-lethal weapon system allows officers to confront a Dode otentially armed or dangerous suspect at a longer distance. It can § 7071(d)(l)(A) iso be used to safely resolve critical situations such as crowd :ontrol during riots and high-risk tactical operations. Whenecessary, there is no alternative to these less-lethal weapon ystems.
ubIic Welfare 3overnrnent Ehese weapons are less lethal and allow officers to avoid deadly ode &ce encounters.
§ 7071(d)(1)(B)
ost Effective 3ovemment Ehis is a low-cost item at $18 per round. This piece of equipment has Dode life span of at least 5 years and is cost-effective. There are no other § 707 l(d)(l)(C) Llternatives in cost.
ompliance overnment Jse is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” Blue Team Entry ode md electronically submitted. The use of this ammunition complies § 707 l(d)(l)(D) vith Military Equipment Use Policy 706. No complaints or concerns vere received.
pg. 51
[tern Category: Less-Lethal Munitions
Defense Technology 6182 — SPEDE-HEAT
40mm Long-Range Round
escription )efense Techno1oy 6182 - SPEDE-HEAT 40mm Long-Range Round )uantity 1 lAuthorized [250
Dapability an be launched via a 40mm launcher up to 150 yards. High volume continuous burn hat expels its payload in approximately 20-40 seconds from a single source.
Life Span 5-year manufacturer warrantyWanufacturer’s [‘he Spede-Heat 40mm long-range round incorporates an aluminum shell and utilizesEescription lack powder as the propellant. The Spede-Heat 40mm long-range round is designed to leliver one dual-ported chemical or smoke canister from a 40mm launcher 150 yards to he intended target zone. The SpedeHeat 40mm round contains one (1) canister ported n each end. This round may be fired in the air at an angle of approximately 25 - 30 legrees to achieve maximum stand-off distance, or it may be skip-fired into the target iea from lesser distances.
Purpose Lo safely resoLve critical situations such as crowd control during riotous situations and ugh-risk tactical operations.
uthorized Use SWAT-trained personnel or chemical agent-certified personnelLegal and [‘he BHPD’s policy is to use this ammunition only for official law enforcementProcedural Rules urposes and in accordance with state and federal law.
HPD Policy 303 Control Devices & Techniques
Fiscal Impact nitial Cost Per Item: $21
.nnuaL Recurring Costs: $840
pproximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $0rear Obtained: 2021[low acquired: Department funds framing POST approved SWAT School / POST approved Chemical Agent Instructor School / [n-house training
ecessity 3ovemment less lethal method is used to address violent or riotous crowds Dode ‘hen there is a risk to physical safety. Allows officers to deploy a § 7071 (d)( 1 )(A) ess lethal chemical agent into a structure where other weapons would iot be capable of doing so. When these items are reasonable andecessary for use, there is no other alternative. ublic Welfare 3overnment fhese weapons are less lethal and allow officers to avoid deadly Dode ‘orce encounters.
§ 7071 (d)( 1 )(B)
ost Effective 3overnment This is a low-cost item at $21 per round. This piece of equipment has ode life span of at least 5 years and is cost-effective. There are no other § 7071(d)(l)(C) ilternatives in cost.
Dompliance 3overnment Jse is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” Blue Team Entry and ode lectronically submitted. The use of this ammunition complies with § 7071 (d)( I )(D) vlilitary Equipment Use Policy 706. No complaints or concerns were eceived.
pg. 52
[tern Category: Less-Lethal Munitions
CTS 4556 — Direct Impact 40mm OC
Lescription Combined Tactical Systems (CTS) - 4556 Direct Impact 40mm OCuantity Authorized 1250Capability vIunitions can be launched via a 40mm launcher.Life Span 5-year manufacturer warranty tanufacturer’s The 40mm Direct Impact Round consists of a plastic body and a crushable foam noseEJescription :hat contains a powder payload. The crushable foam nose dissipates energy upon impact Nhile releasing the powder payload. The 40mm is a “point-of-aim, point-of-impact”Jirect fire round that is most used by tactical teams in situations where greater accuracymd 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 leployment. The 40mm Direct Impact Round will prove most successful for ncapacitation when used within its optimal energy range of approximately 5—40 neters.
urpose ro safely resolve critical situations such as crowd control during riotous situations and igh-risk tactical operations.
Suthorized Use SWAT-trained personnel / Less-lethal trained personnel / Chemical agent-certified ersonnel
Legal and rhe BHPD’s policy is to use this ammunition only for official law enforcementrocedural Rules urposes and in accordance with state and federal law. 3HPD Policy 303 — Control Devices & Techniques
Fiscal Impact nitial Cost Per Item: $40
nnual Recurring Costs: $720pproximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $0i’ear Obtained: 2021 Iow acquired: Department funds
[raining OST approved SWAT School / POST approved Less Lethal Instructor School / POST ipproved Chemical Agent Instructor School / In-house training ecessity 3overnment less lethal method is used to address violent or riotous crowds ode vhen there is a risk to physical safety. They also allow officers to § 7071 (d)( 1 )(A) onfront potentially armed or dangerous suspects at a longer listance. When necessary, there is no alternative to these less lethal veapon systems.
ublic Welfare )overnment ihese weapons are less lethal and allow officers to avoid deadly force rode :ncounters.
§ 7071(d)(1)(B)
Cost Effective 3overnment This is a low-cost item at $40 per round. This piece of equipment has Code m life span of at least 5 years and is cost-effective. There are no other § 7071 (d)( 1 )(C) m1ternatives in cost.
Compliance 5overnment ise is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” Blue Team Entry and Code lecfronically submitted. The use of this ammunition complies with § 7071 (d)( 1 )(D) v1ilitary Equipment Use Policy 706. No complaints or concerns were eceived.
pg.53
[tern Category: Less-Lethal Munitions
CTS 4530 — Direct Impact 40mm CS
)escription ombined Tactical Systems (CTS) 4530 Direct Impact 40mm CS uantity Authorized 1500
Dapability vlunitions can be launched via a 40mm launcher.Life Span 5-year manufacturer warranty‘Ianufacturer’s Ehe 40nun Direct Impact Round consists of a plastic body and a crushable foam nose )esc hat contains a powder payload. The crushable foam nose dissipates energy upon mpact while releasing the powder payload. The 40mm is a “point-of-aim, point-of mpact” direct fire round that is most used by tactical teams in situations where greater iccuracy and deliverable energy is desired for the incapacitation of an aggressive, non ompliant subject at longer distances. The 40mm Direct Impact Round is intended for lirect fire deployment. The 40mm Direct Impact Round will prove most successful forncapacitation when used within its optimal energy range of approximately 5—40 neters.
‘urpose fo safely resolve critical situations such as crowd control during riotous situations anc igh-risk tactical operations.
uthorized Use SWAT-trained personnel / Less-lethal trained personnel / Chemical agent-certified ,ersonnel
ega1 and The BHPD’s policy is to use this ammunition only for official law enforcement rocedurai Rules urposes and in accordance with state and federal law.
BHPD Policy 303 — Control Devices & Techniques
?iscal Impact [nitial Cost Per Item: $40
.nnual Recurring Costs: $770pproximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $0 ‘ear Obtained: 2021
low acquired: Department funds
[‘raining POST approved SWAT School / POST approved Less Lethal Instructor School / POST approved Chemical Agent Instructor School / In-house training ecessity 3overnment less lethal method is used to address violent or riotous crowds ode vhen there is a risk to physical safety. They are also used to safely § 7071 (d)( 1 )(A) :xtract a suspect from a fixed location or safely detain a suspect who oses a risk of violence to officers. Allows officers to deploy a less ethal chemical agent into a structure where other weapons would lot be capable of doing so. There is no other alternative when these tems are reasonable and necessary for use.
Public Welfare 3overnment [‘hese weapons are less lethal and allow officers to avoid deadly ode brce encounters.
§ 7071 (d)( 1 )(B)
Dost Effective 3overnment fhis is a low-cost item at $40 per round. This piece of equipment Dode ias a life span of at least 5 years and is cost-effective. There are no § 707 l(d)(1)(C) )ther alternatives in cost.
Dompliance 3overnment Jse is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” Blue Team Entry ode md electronically submitted. The use of this ammunition complies § 7071 (d)( I )(D) vith Military Equipment Use Policy 706. No complaints or concerns vere received.
pg. 54
Item Category: Less-Lethal Munitions
Ferret40mm LiquidBarricadePenetrator
Round, OC
I)escription erret 40mm liquid barricade penetrator round, OC uantity 12 Authorized 1500Capability vlunitions can be launched via a 40mm launcher.Life Span 5-year manufacturer warranty4anufacturer’s [‘he 40mm Ferret Round is non-burning and suitable for indoor use. Used primarily by Description actical teams, it is designed to penetrate barriers such as windows, hollow core doors, valiboard, and thin plywood. Upon impacting the barrier, the nose cone ruptures and nstantaneously delivers a small chemical payload inside a structure or vehicle.
Purpose Co safely resolve critical situations such as high-risk tactical operations. In a tactical leployment situation, the 40mm Ferret is primarily used to dislodge barricaded subjects lom confined areas. Its purpose is to minimize the risks to all parties through painompliance, temporary discomfort, and/or incapacitation of potentially violent or langerous subjects.
&uthorized Use SWAT-trained personnel / Less-lethal trained personnel / Chemical agent-certified ersonnel
Legal and [‘he BHPD’s policy is to use this ammunition only for official law enforcementProcedural Rules urposes and in accordance with state and federal law. 3HPD Policy 303 Control Devices & Techniques
Fiscal Impact nitial Cost Per Item: $20
.nnual Recurring Costs: $800
‘pproximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $0
(ear Obtained: 2021
-low acquired: Department funds
rraining ‘OST approved SWAT School / POST approved Less Lethal Instructor School / POST pproved Chemical Agent Instructor School / In-house training Wecessity iovemment less lethal method is used to safely extract a suspect from a fixed ode ocation or safely detain a suspect who poses a risk of violence to § 7071 (d)( 1 )(A) )fficers. Allows officers to deploy a less lethal chemical agent into a ;tructure where other weapons would not be capable of doingo. There is no other alternative when these items are reasonable andiecessary for use.
Eublic Welfare 3ovemment Fhese weapons are less lethal and allow officers to avoid deadly Thde orce encounters.
707l(d)(l)(B)
ost Effective 3overnment fhis is a low-cost item at $20 per round. This piece of equipment has Dode life span of at least 5 years and is cost-effective. There are no other § 7071 (d)( 1 )(C) ‘tlternatives in cost.
Dompliance overnment Jse is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” Blue Team Entry and Dode :lectronically submitted. The use of this ammunition complies with § 7071 (d)( 1 )(D) 1ilitary Equipment Use Policy 706. No complaints or concerns were •eceived.
pg. 55
(tern Category: Less-Lethal Munitions
Ferret 40mm Powder Barricade Round, OC
[)escription ‘erret 40mm powder barricade round, OCuantity 8 Authorized 1500Capability 1unitions can be launched via a 40mm launcher.Life Span 5-year manufacturer warranty tanufacturer’s [‘he 40mm Ferret Round is non-burning and suitable for indoor use. Used primarily)escription y tactical teams, it is designed to penetrate barriers such as windows, hollow core loors, wallboard, and thin plywood. Upon impacting the barrier, the nose cone uptures and instantaneously delivers a small chemical payload inside a structure or‘ehicle. urpose Pb safely resolve critical situations such as high-risk tactical operations. In a tactical leployment situation, the 40mm Ferret is primarily used to dislodge barricaded ubjects from confined areas. Its purpose is to minimize the risks to all parties through ‘ain compliance, temporary discomfort, and/or incapacitation of potentially violent or langerous subjects.
%uthorized Use SWAT-trained personnel / Less-lethal trained personnel / Chemical agent-certified ersonnel
Legal and Fhe BHPD’s policy is to use this ammunition only for official law enforcement ‘rocedural Rules urposes and in accordance with state and federal law.
BHPD Policy 303 — Control Devices & Techniques
Eiscal Impact [nitial Cost Per Item: $17
nnual Recurring Costs: $1,700pproximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $0Year Obtained: 2021Flow acquired: Department funds [raining POST approved SWAT School / POST approved Less Lethal Instructor School / OST approved Chemical Agent Instructor School / In-house training ecessity 3overnment less lethal method is used to safely extract a suspect from a fixed rode ocation or safely detain a suspect who poses a risk of violence to § 7071 (d)( 1 )(A) )fficers. Allows officers to deploy a less lethal chemical agent into i structure where other weapons would not be capable of doing o. There is no other alternative when these items are reasonable ‘md necessary for use.
Public Welfare )overnment [‘hese weapons are less lethal and allow officers to avoid deadly Dode orce encounters.
§ 7071(d)(1)(B)
Cost Effective )overnment [‘his is a low-cost item at $17 per round. This piece of equipment Dode ias a life span of at least 5 years and is cost-effective. There are no § 707 l(d)(l)(C) )ther alternatives in cost.
Compliance 3ovemment Jse is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” Blue Team Entry Dode nd electronically submitted. The use of this ammunition complies § 707 1(d)(1)(D) vith Military Equipment Use Policy 706. No complaints or oncerns were received.
pg.56
[tern Cateaory: Less-Lethal Munitions
Ferret 40mm Powder Barricade Round, CS
)escription Ferret 40mm Powder Bameade Round, CS
uantity 13 Authorized 1500
Dapability vIunitions can be launched via a 40mm launcher.
Life Span 5-year manufacturer warranty6anufacturer’s The 40mm Ferret Round is non-burning and suitable for indoor use. Used primarily by )escription actical teams, it is designed to penetrate barriers, such as windows, hollow core doors, va11board, and thin plywood. Upon impacting the barrier, the nose cone ruptures and nstantaneously delivers a small chemical payload inside of a structure or vehicle. urpose To safely resolve critical situations such as high-risk tactical operations. In a tactical leployment situation, the 40mm Ferret is primarily used to dislodge barricaded subjectsFrom confined areas. Its purpose is to minimize the risks to all parties through pain ompliance, temporary discomfort, and/or incapacitation of potentially violent orlangerous subjects. uthorized Use SWAT-trained personnel / Less-lethal trained personnel / Chemical agent-certified ersonnel
Legal and The BHPD’s policy is to use this ammunition only for official law enforcement rocedural Rules urposes and in accordance with state and federal law. 3HPD Policy 303 — Control Devices & Techniques
isca1 Impact [nitial Cost Per Item: $18
nnual Recurring Costs: $1,800pproximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $0‘ear Obtained: 2021Hiow acquired: Department funds rraining ‘OST approved SWAT School / POST approved Less Lethal Instructor School / POST ‘ipproved Chemical Agent Instructor School / In-house training ecessity 3overnment less lethal method is used to safely extract a suspect from a fixed Dode ocation or safely detain a suspect who poses a risk of violence to § 7071 (d)( I )(A) )fflcers. Allows officers to deploy a less lethal chemical agent into a tructure where other weapons would not be capable of doingo. There is no other alternative when these items are reasonable and iecessary for use.
‘ublic Welfare 3overnment rhese weapons are less lethal and allow officers to avoid deadly Dode brce encounters.
§ 7071(d)(1)(B)
Cost Effective 3overnment Fhis is a low-cost item at $17 per round. This piece of equipment has Dode life span of at least 5 years and is cost-effective. There are no other § 7071 (d)( I )(C) titematives in cost.
Compliance 3overnment Jse is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” Blue Team Entry and Dode lectronica1ly submitted. The use of this ammunition complies with § 707 1(d)(1)(D) vlilitary Equipment Use Policy 706. No complaints or concerns were eceived.
pg. 57
[tern Category: Less-Lethal Munitions
Defense Technology 6040 — Muzzle Blast
40mm Round, OC
)escription )efense Technology 6040 - Muzzle Blast 40mm Round, OC uantity lAuthorized: 500
Dapability 1unitions can be launched via a 40mm launcher.
Life Span 5-year manufacturer warranty‘Ianufacturer’s [be 40mm Muzzle Blast Rounds incorporate an aluminum shell and utilize)escription mokeless powder as the propellant. The 40mm Muzzle Blast Rounds are designed o deliver chemical agents to the grenadier’s immediate area (30 feet). The 40mm ‘Iuzzle Blast Rounds are widely used as a crowd management solution for chemicalLgents’ immediate and close deployment. However, it has proven successful duringactical operations. The 40mm Muzzle Blast provides instantaneous emission of :hemical agent directly at or on riotous, non-compliant subjects close to the police me or within confined spaces.
urpose [‘o safely resolve critical situations such as barricaded subjects and crowd control luring riotous situations and high-risk tactical operations. uthorized Use ;wAT-trained personnel I Less-lethal trained personnel I Chemical agent-certified ersonnel
egal and [‘he BHPD’s policy is to use this ammunition only for official law enforcementrocedural Rules urposes and in accordance with state and federal law. 3HPD Policy 303 Control Devices & Techniques
?iscal Impact nitial Cost Per Item: $20
.nnual Recurring Costs: $800pproximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $0 (ear Obtained: 2021
iow acquired: Department funds
I’raining OST approved SWAT School / POST approved Less Lethal Instructor School / ‘OST approved Chemical Agent Instructor School / In-house training 4ecessity 3overnment Code less lethal method is used to address violent or riotous § 707 1(d)(1)(A) :rowds when there is a risk to physical safety. Allows officers o deploy a less lethal chemical agent into a structure where>ther weapons would not be capable of doing so. There is no )ther alternative when these items are reasonable and
iecessary for use.
Public Welfare 3overnment Code Ehese weapons are less lethal and allow officers to avoid § 707 l(d)(l)(B) leadly force encounters.
cost Effective 5overnment Code [‘his is a low-cost item at $20 per round. This piece of § 7071 (d)( 1 )(C) quipment has a life span of at least 5 years and is cost ,ffective. There are no other alternatives in cost.
Dompliance 3overnment Code Use is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” Blue Team § 7071 (d)( 1 )(D) Entry and electronically submitted. The use of this mmunition complies with Military Equipment Use Policy706. No complaints or concerns were received. pg. 58
[tern Category: Less-Lethal Munitions
Defense Technology 6042 — Muzzle Blast
40mm Round,_CS
I)escription )efense Technology 6042 -Muzzle Blast 40mm Round, CS )uantity Authorized 1500
Capability ‘Iunitions can be launched via a 40mm launcher.Life Span 5-yearmanufacturer warranty4anufacturer’s [‘he 40mm Muzzle Blast Rounds incorporate an aluminum shell and utilize smokeless [)escription )owder as the propellant. The 40mm Muzzle Blast Rounds are designed to deliver themical agents to the grenadier’s immediate area (30 feet). However, it has proven uccessful during tactical operations as a pain compliance round for crowd nanagement. The 40mm Muzzle Blast Rounds are excellent for deploying chemical aden powder at close ranges for indoor or outdoor operations. The 40mm Muzzle Blast wovides instantaneous emission of chemical agent directly at or on riotous, non:ompliant subjects close to the police line or within confined spaces. urpose (o safely resolve critical situations such as barricaded subjects and crowd control luring_riotous_situations_and_high-risk_tactical_operations. uthorized Use JWAT-trained personnel / Less-lethal trained personnel / Chemical agent-certified ersonnel
Legal and fhe BHPD’s policy is to use this ammunition only for official law enforcement ‘rocedural Rules urposes and in accordance with state and federal law. 3HPD Policy 303 Control Devices & Techniques
iscal Impact [nitial Cost Per Item: $20
nnual Recurring Costs: $800pproximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $0‘ear Obtained: 2021 Flow acquired: Department funds
rraining OST approved SWAT School / POST approved Less Lethal Instructor School / POST ‘pproved Chemical Agent Instructor School /In-house training ecessity 3overnment less lethal method is used to address violent or riotous crowds ode vhen there is a risk to physical safety. Allows officers to deploy a § 7071 (d)( 1 )(A) ess Lethal chemical agent into a structure where other weapons would ot be capable of doing so.
Public Welfare 3overnment fhese weapons are less lethal and allow officers to avoid deadly Dode brce encounters.
§ 7071(d)(l)(B)
Cost Effective 3overnment fhis is a low-cost item at $20 per round. This piece of equipment has ode i life span of at least 5 years and is cost-effective. There are no other § 7071 (d)( 1 )(C) ltematives in cost.
Compliance 3overnment Jse is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” Blue Team Entry and ode lectronically submitted. The use of this ammunition complies with § 707 l(d)(l)(D) 1ilitary Equipment Use Policy 706. No complaints or concerns were eceived.
pg. 59
[tern Category: Less-Lethal Munitions
Ferret 40mm Liquid Barricade Penetrator
Round, CS
)escription Ferret 40mm Liquid Barricade Penetrator Round, CS uantity 12 Authorized 1500
Dapabifity vlunitions can be launched via a 40mm launcher.Life Span 5-year manufacturer warranty4anufacturer’s rhe 40mm Ferret Round is non-burning and suitable for indoor use. Used primarily by)escription actical teams, it is designed to penetrate barriers such as windows, hollow core doors, wallboard, and thin plywood. Upon impacting the barrier, the nose cone ruptures and nstantaneously delivers a small chemical payload inside a structure or vehicle. urpose ro safely resolve critical situations such as high-risk tactical operations. In a tactical leployment situation, the 40mm Ferret is primarily used to dislodge barricaded subjects from confmed areas. Its purpose is to minimize the risks to all parties through ain compliance, temporary discomfort, and/or incapacitation of potentially violent or iangerous subjects.
uthorized Use SWAT-trained personnel / Less-lethal trained personnel / Chemical agent-certified ersonnel
egal and The BHPD’s policy is to use this ammunition only for official law enforcement rocedural Rules urposes and in accordance with state and federal law. 3HPD Policy 303 Control Devices & Techniques
fiscal Impact nitial Cost Per Item: $19
.nnual Recurring Costs: $1,900pproximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $0 ‘ear Obtained: 2021
1ow acquired: Department funds
Framing OST approved SWAT School / POST approved Less Lethal Instructor School / POS1 Lpproved Chemical Agent Instructor School / In-house training 4ecessity 3overnment less lethal method is used to address violent or riotous crowds ode vhen there is a risk to physical safety. They are also used to safely § 707 1(d)(1)(A) xtract a suspect from a fixed location or safely detain a suspect who oses a risk of violence to officers. Allows officers to deploy a less ethal chemical agent into a structure where other weapons would iot be capable of doing so.
F’ublic Welfare 3overnment fhese weapons are less lethal and allow officers to avoid deadly ode brce encounters.
§ 7071(d)(1)(B)
Dost Effective Jovernment Chis is a low-cost item at $19 per round. This piece of equipment code ias a life span of at least 5 years and is cost-effective. There are no § 7071(d)(l)(C) )ther alternatives in cost.
Dompliance 3overnment Jse is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” Blue Team Entry ode md electronically submitted. The use of this ammunition complies § 707 l(d)(1)(D) vith Military Equipment Use Policy 706. No complaints or concerns vere received.
pg. 60
[tern Category: Less-Lethal Munitions
Defense Technology 6325 — Exact Impact
40mm Standard Range Sponge Round
)escription )efense Technology 6325 -Exact Impact 40mm Standard Range Sponge Round uantity 1,1 13 Authorized 15,000
apability [his intermediate, less lethal specialty munition allows for direct impact from a ninimum range of 5ft out to a maximum effective range of 131 ft. fe Span 5-year manufacturer warranty
4anufacturer’s [he Exact Impact 40mm sponge round is a point-of-aim, point-of-impact direct-fire )escription ound. This lightweight, high-speed projectile consists of a plastic body and sponge iose that is spin stabilized via the incorporated rifling collar and the 40mm launcher’s ifled barrel. The round utilizes smokeless powder as the propellant, and, therefore, has elocities that are extremely consistent. Used for crowd control, patrol, and tactical Lpplications.
urpose [o safely resolve critical situations such as crowd control during riotous situations and ugh-risk tactical operations.
uthorized Use SWAT-trained personnel / Less-lethal trained personnelegal and [be BHPD’s policy is to use this ammunition only for official law enforcement purposesrocedural Rules Lnd in accordance with state and federal law. 3HPD Policy 303 Control Devices & Techniques
Fiscal Impact nitial Cost Per Item: $18
innual Recurring Costs: $3,600ipproximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $0(ear Obtained: 20211ow acquired: Department funds rraining OST approved SWAT School / POST approved Less Lethal Instructor School / In iouse training
4ecessity overnment This less-lethal weapon system allows officers to confront a Dode otentially armed or dangerous suspect at a longer distance. It can § 707 1(d)(l)(A) ilso be used to safely resolve critical situations such as crowd control luring riots and high-risk tactical operations. When necessary, there s no alternative to these less-lethal weapon systems.
Public Welfare overnment These weapons are less lethal and allow officers to avoid deadly force Thde mcounters.
707l(d)(l)(B)
cost Effective overnment Ibis is a low-cost item at $18 per round. This piece of equipment has ode life span of at least 5 years and is cost-effective. There are no other § 7071(d)(l)(C) ilternatives in cost.
ompliance 3overnment Use is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” Blue Team Entry and Dode lectronically submitted. The use of this ammunition complies with § 7071 (d)( 1 )(D) 1ilitary Equipment Use Policy 706. No complaints or concerns were eceived.
pg.61
[tern Category: Less-Lethal Munitions
Defense Technology 6325LE — Exact Impact
LE 40mm Extended Range Sponge Round
escription Jefense Technology 6325LE -Exact Impact LE 40mm Extended Range Sponge ound
uantity 12 Authorized 11,000
Capability fhis intermediate, less-lethal specialty munition allows for direct impact from a ninimum range of 33ft out to a maximum effective range of 230ft.
Life Span 5-year manufacturer warrantyIanufacturer’s rhe Exact Impact 40mm sponge round is a point-of-aim, point-of-impact direct-fire)escription •ound. This lightweight, high-speed projectile consists of a plastic body and sponge iose that is spin stabilized via the incorporated rifling collar and the 40mm launcher’sifled barrel. The round utilizes smokeless powder as the propellant, and, therefore, hasrelocities that are extremely consistent. Used for crowd control, patrol, and tacticalLpplications. urpose fo safely resolve critical situations such as crowd control during riotous situations and ugh-risk tactical operations.
uthorized Use SWAT-trained personnel / Less-lethal trained personnelegal and [he BHPD’s policy is to use this ammunition only for official law enforcementrocedural Rules ,urposes and in accordance with state and federal law. 3HPD Policy 303 Control Devices & Techniques
‘iscal Impact riitial Cost Per Item: $40
nnual Recurring Costs: $372pproximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $0 lear Obtained: 2021
-low acquired: Department funds
[‘raining OST approved SWAT School / POST approved Less Lethal Instructor School / In iouse training
ecessity overnment [his less-lethal weapon system allows officers to confront a ode otentially armed or dangerous suspect at a longer distance. It can § 7071 (d)( 1 )(A) iso be used to safely resolve critical situations such as crowd :ontrol during riots and high-risk tactical operations. When lecessary, there is no alternative to these less-lethal weapon systems.
Public Welfare 3overnment Ehese weapons are less lethal and allow officers to avoid deadly Dode rce encounters.
§ 7071 (d)( 1 )(B)
Cost Effective overnment This is a low-cost item at $40 per round. This piece of equipment has Code i life span of at least 5 years and is cost-effective. There are no other § 707 l(d)(l)(C) ilternatives in cost.
Compliance 3overnment Use is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” Blue Team Entry Code md electronically submitted. The use of this ammunition complies § 7071 (d)( 1 )(D) vith Military Equipment Use Policy 706. No complaints or concerns vere received.
pg. 62
Item Cateorv: Less-Lethal Munitions
CTS 4090-50 — 40mmWarning/Signaling
Munition
Description ombmed Tactical Systems (CTS) 4090-50 - 40mm Warning/Signaling Munition, 50 Vleters
uantity 149 lAuthorized 1200
Capability This intermediate, less-lethal specialty munition allows for light sound diversion during actical operations, which gives it a tactical advantage during high-risk situations.
Life Span 5-year manufacturer waffantytanufacturer’s The 40mm Aerial Warning/Signaling Munition, 50 meters, is intended for use itDescription ;ituations where stand-off distance is desired, allowing the operator to engage crowds, ,ehicles, or vessels. Launched from a 40mm platform, the munitions deflagrate at a setlistance of 50 meters to deliver 170 cIB of sound and 5 million candelas of light,ioticeable in day or night conditions.
Purpose To safely resolve critical situations such as crowd control during riotous situations and ugh-risk tactical operations.
uthorized Use SWAT-trained personnelLegal and [‘he BHPD’s policy is to use this ammunition only for official law enforcement purposesProcedural Rules Lnd in accordance with state and federal law. 3HPD Policy 303 Control Devices & Techniques
F’iscal Impact nitial Cost Per Item: $58
nnual Recurring Costs: $1,750pproximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $0 (ear Obtained: 2021
low acquired: Department funds
rraining OST Approved SWAT School / POST Approved Diversionary Device Instructor School
ecessity ovemment Code Varning/signaling munitions are used as a distraction device to § 707 l(d)(l)(A) lisorient or divert a suspect’s attention away from officers. They an allow officers to gain safer access to a high-risk situation, iving extra time to assess and analyze existing threats. There is nonown alternative to a flashbang when it is necessary. ublic Welfare 3overnment Code These devices can often lead to safer resolutions and allow officers § 7071 (d)( 1 )(B) :o take a suspect into custody without force, which can prevent injury to officers and citizens.
Cost Effective 3ovemment Code This is a low-cost item at $58 per round. This piece of equipment § 707 1(d)(1)(C) as a life span of at least 5 years and is cost-effective. There are no )ther alternatives in cost.
Compliance 3overnment Code ise is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” Blue Team Entry § 707 l(d)(l)(D) ‘md electronically submitted. The use of this ammunition complies with Military Equipment Use Policy 706. No complaints oroncems were received. pg. 63
END SECTION
pg. 64
SECTION 5- OTHER
MUNITIONS & EXPLOSIVES
[tern Category: Less-Lethal — Throwable Munitions
CTS 5230B — CS Baffled Canister Grenade
)escription ombined Tactical Systems (CTS) 5230B CS Baffled Canister Grenade, Pyro, Low lame Potential
uantity 120 Authorized 1200
Dapablilty t can be hand-thrown, deployed via robot, launched, placed into a gas ram, burn safe, Lnd munitions pole.
fe Span 5-year manufacturer warranty4anufacturer’s [‘he 5230B pyrotechnic grenade is designed for indoor use delivering a maximum)escription mount of irritant smoke throughout multiple rooms with minimal risk of fire.urpose [‘o safely resolve critical situations such as crowd control during riotous situations and ugh-risk tactical operations.
iuthorized Use SWAT personnel
Dhemical Agent certified personnel
egaI and [‘he BHPD’s policy is to use this ammunition only for official law enforcement rocedura1 Rules rnrposes and in accordance with state and federal law. 3HPD Policy 303 — Control Devices & Techniques3HPD Policy 404 — Crisis Response Unit fiscal Impact nitial Cost Per Item: $60
nnua1 Recurring Costs: $3,800pproximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $0(ear Obtained: 20211ow acquired: Department funds framing OST approved SWAT School / POST approved Chemical Agent Instructor School / n-house training
Wecessity 3overnment less lethal method that allows officers to deploy a less lethal Dode :hemical agent into a structure where other weapons would not be § 7071 (d)( 1 )(A) apable of doing so. There is no other alternative when these items re reasonable and necessary for use.
Public Welfare 3overnment Ehese weapons are less lethal and afford officers an added option to Dode uvoid lethal force encounters.
§ 7071(d)(1)(B)
Dost Effective 3overnment &t $60 per item, this is a reasonable cost. This ammunition is long Dode asting, cost-effective, and there are no other alternatives. § 7071(d)(l)(C)
Dompliance )overnment Jse is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” Blue Team Entry and [ode lectronically submitted. The use of this item complies with Military § 707 l(d)(1)(D) quipment Use Policy 706. No complaints or concerns were •eceived.
pg. 65
tern Category: Less-Lethal — Throwable Munitions
CTS 6210 — White Smoke Canister Grenade
)escription ombined Tactical Systems (CTS) 6210 White Smoke Canister Grenade uantity 52 Authorized Iioo
apability an be hand thrown, launched, or placed into a munitions pole .Afe Span 5-year manufacturer warrantyIanufacturer’s Vhite outdoor smoke grenades obscure tactical movement and signaling or mark a)escription anding zone.‘urpose [o safely resolve critical situations such as crowd control during riotous situations and ilgh-risk tactical operations.
&uthorized Use SWAT trained personnel / Chemical Agent-certified personnelLegal and [he BHPD’s policy is to use this ammunition only for official law enforcementProcedural Rules wrposes and in accordance with state and federal law. 3HPD Policy 303 — Control Devices & Techniques3HPD Policy 404 Crisis Response Unit Fiscal Impact nitial Cost Per Item: $42
nnual Recurring Costs: $1,800pproximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $0(ear Obtained: 2021-low acquired: Department funds Training OST approved SWAT School / POST approved Chemical Agent Instructor School / n-house training
4ecessity ovemment [‘he white smoke canister is deployed before CS munitions are ode leployed to determine wind direction and assist in carrying them § 707 1(d)(1)(A) hrough the air. When necessary, these canisters are the only option. ‘ublic Welfare 3overnment [‘he white smoke canister helps to ensure that CS munitions are Dode leployed in the right direction and away from innocent citizens. § 7071(d)(l)(B)
Dost Effective Iovemment [his is a low-cost item at $5 a round. This ammunition is long Dode asting, cost-effective, and there are no other alternatives. § 7071 (d)( 1 )(C)
Dompliance 5ovemment Jse is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” Blue Team Entry and Dode ilectronically submitted. The use of this item complies with Military § 707 l(d)(1)(D) quipment Use Policy 706. No complaints or concerns were eceived.
pg. 66
[tern Category: Less-Lethal — Throwable Munitions
CTS 7290 — Flash-Bang
)escription Dombined Tactical Systems (CTS) 7290 Flash-Bang Steel body uantity 19 Authorized 1250
Dapability fhis intermediate, less lethal specialty munition allows for light sound diversion during actical operations, which gives it a tactical advantage during high-risk situations.
Life Span 5-year manufacturer warrantyIanufacturer’s the 7290 produces 175db and 6-8 million candelas of light. Its patented desigi)escription •ncorporates a porting system that eliminates body movement at detonation, even if thc :op or bottom ofthe device should be in contact with a hard surface. In addition, internal ‘idjustments have significantly reduced smoke output.
urpose l’o safely resolve critical situations during high-risk tactical operations.uthorized Use Special Weapons and Tactics Team (SWAT).egal and lie BHPD’s policy is to use this ammunition only for official law enforcementrocedura1 Rules ,urposes and in accordance with state and federal law. 3HPD Policy 303 Control Devices & Techniques3HPD Policy 404 Crisis Response Unit iscaI Impact nitial Cost Per Item: $35
nnua1 Recurring Costs: $1,680pproximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $0 ‘ear Obtained: 2021
low acquired: Department funds
1’raining OST approved SWAT School / POST approved Diversionary Device Instructor School
ecessity 3overnment lashbangs are used as a distraction device to disorient or divert a Dode uspect’s attention away from officers. This can allow officers to § 7071 (d)( 1 )(A) ain safer access to a high-risk situation, giving extra time to assess ‘md analyze existing threats. There is no known alternative to a iashbang when it is necessary.
Public Welfare 3overnment fhese devices can often lead to safer resolutions and allow officers Dode o take a suspect into custody without force. This can prevent injury § 707 l(d)(1)(B) o officers and citizens.
Cost Effective 3overnment rhis is a low-cost item at $35 an item. This ammunition is long Dode asting, cost-effective, and there are no other alternatives. § 7071(d)(l)(C)
Compliance 3overnment Jse is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” Blue Team Entry Dode Lnd electronically submitted. The use of this item complies with § 7071 (d)( 1 )(D) vlilitary Equipment Use Policy 706. No complaints or concerns vere received.
pg. 67
[tern Category: Less-Lethal — Throwable Munitions
DefenseTechnology 1032 — FlamelessTn
ChamberCS Grenade
)escription )efense Technology 1032 - Flameless Tri-Chamber CS Grenade uantity 0 Authorized 1100
apabffity an be hand-thrown or launched
Jfe Span 5-year manufacturer warranty4anufacturer’s [‘he Tn-Chamber Flameless Grenade is designed for indoor use. This grenade’s)escription yrotechnic contents are burned within an internal can, which is one of three in this lesign. Internal combustion allows the chemical-laden smoke to be released through hree (3) ports on the outer canister side while safely containing any ofthe fireroducing properties within the tvo internal canisters. Its applications in tactical ituations are primarily to detect and/or dislodge barricaded subjects. urpose [‘he purpose of the Tri-Chamber Flameless Grenade is to minimize the risks to all arties through pain compliance, temporary discomfort, and/or incapacitation of ,otentially violent or dangerous subjects.
uthorized Use SWAT personnel ________________ hemical Agent certified personnel egal and [‘he BHPD’s policy is to use this ammunition only for official law enforcement‘rocedural Rules urposes and in accordance with state and federal law. 3HPD Policy 303 Control Devices & TechniquesHPD Policy 404 Crisis Response Unit iscal Impact nitial Cost Per Item: $38
innual Recurring Costs: $3,800pproximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $0(ear Obtained: 2021-low acquired: Department funds rraining ‘OST approved SWAT School / POST approved Chemical Agent Instructor School / n-house training
4ecessity 3overnment k less lethal method used to address violent or riotous crowds when ode here is a risk of physical safety. Allows officers to deploy a less § 7071 (d)( 1 )(A) ethal chemical agent into a structure where other weapons would not e capable of doing so. There is no other alternative when these items re reasonable and necessary for use.
Public Welfare 5ovemment l’hese weapons are less lethal and afford officers an added option to Dode ivoid lethal force encounters.
§ 7071 (d)( 1 )(B)
Dost Effective 3overnment rhis is a low-cost item at $38 an item. This ammunition is long Dode asting, cost-effective, and there are no other alternatives. § 7071(d)(1)(C)
Dompliance 3ovemment Jse is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” Blue Team Entry and ode lectronicaIly submitted. The use of this item complies with Military § 707 l(d)(l)(D) quipment Use Policy 706. No complaints or concerns were eceived.
pg. 68
Item Category: Less-Lethal — Throwable Munitions
DefenseTechnology 1026 — Triple-Chaser
SeparatingCanister,CS
)escription )efense Technology 1032 -Triple-Chaser Separating Canister, CS uantity 18 Authorized 1250
Dapability Dan be hand-thrown or launched.
..ife Span S-year manufacturer warrantyblanufacturer’s rhe Triple-Chaser Grenade is a fast-burning, medium-volume canister. It is a)escription ,yrotechmc grenade consisting of three (3) separate canisters pressed together with eparating charges between each section. When deployed, this grenade will separate Unto three (3) distinct sub-munitions spaced approximately 20 feet apart, allowingncreased area coverage in a short period oftime, from one deployment. It’s a eparating function, and relatively quick burn time minimizes throwback potential. The levice_should be_deployed_utilizing_the_wind_advantage. urpose [‘o safely resolve critical situations such as crowd control during riotous situations and ugh-risk tactical operations.
uthori.zed Use SWAT personnel
Dhemical Agent certified personnel
egal and [‘he BHPD’s policy is to use this ammunition only for official law enforcementrocedural Rules urposes and in accordance with state and federal law. 3HPD Policy 303 Control Devices & TechniquesHPD Policy 404 Crisis Response Unit Fiscal Impact nitial Cost Per Item: $37
nnual Recurring Costs: $3,700h.pproximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $0 (ear Obtained: 2021
-low acquired: Department funds
rraining ‘OST approved SWAT School / POST approved Chemical Agent Instructor School / n-house training
%ecessity 3overnment .less lethal method is used to address violent or riotous crowds ode vhen there is a risk to physical safety. This grenade deploys CS § 707 l(d)(l)(A) :hemicals for maximum spread. When these items are reasonable md necessary for use, there is no other alternative.
Public Welfare )overnment [‘hese weapons are less lethal and afford officers an added option to Dode Lvoid lethal force encounters.
§ 7071 (d)( 1 )(B)
Eost Effective overnment [‘his is a low-cost item at $38 per item. This ammunition is long ode asting, cost-effective, and there are no other alternatives. 7071(d)(1)(C)
Dompliance 3overnment Jse is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” Blue Team Entry Dode nd electronically submitted. The use of this item complies with § 7071 (d)( 1 )(D) 4ilitary Equipment Use Policy 706. No complaints or concerns vere received.
pg. 69
[tern Category: Less-Lethal — Throwable Munitions
CTS 8230 — Pocket tactical Grenade, CS
)escription Dombined Tactical Systems (CTS) 8230 -Pocket tactical Grenade, CS uantity 167 jAuthorized 1500
Capability an be hand-thrown, deployed via robot, launched, placed into a gas ram, burn safe, md munitions pole.
Life Span 5-year manufacturer warranty.4anufacturer’s rhe Pocket Tactical CS Grenade is small and lightweight. The 25.2g of CS chemical)escription Igent will burn approximately 20-40 seconds. At 4.75 in. by 1.4 inches in size, it easily 5ts in most tactical pouches. This is a launchable grenade; however, it is normally used ‘is a signaling or covering device. Though this device is slightly over four inches in ength, it produces a smoke cloud so fast it appears to be an enveloping screen ,roduced_by_a_full-size_tactical_grenade.
Purpose fo safely resolve critical situations such as crowd control during riotous situations and ugh-risk tactical operations.
uthorized Use SWAT personnel
hemical Agent certified personnel
..egal and l’he BHPD’s policy is to use this ammunition only for official law enforcement rocedural Rules urposes and in accordance with state and federal law. 3HPD Policy 303 Control Devices & Techniques3HPD Policy 404 Crisis Response Unit ‘iscal Impact nitial Cost Per Item: $19
nnual Recurring Costs: $950pproximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $0 tear Obtained: 2021
HIow acquired: Department funds
[raining OST approved SWAT School / POST approved Chemical Agent Instructor School / n-house training
ecessity 3ovemment less lethal method is used to address violent or riotous crowds ode ‘hen there is a risk to physical safety. There is no other alternative § 707 l(d)(1)(A) vhen these items are reasonable and necessary for use. ‘ublic Welfare 3overnment rhese weapons are less lethal and afford officers an added option to ode Lvoid lethal force encounters.
§ 7071 (d)( 1 )(B)
Cost Effective 3overnment Fhis is a low-cost item at $19 per item. This ammunition is long Dode asting, cost-effective, and there are no other alternatives. § 7071(d)(l)(C)
Compliance }overninent Jse is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” Blue Team Entry Dode Lnd electronically submitted. The use ofthis item complies with § 707 l(d)(l)(D) 1ilitary Equipment Use Policy 706. No complaints or concerns vere received.
pg. 70
[tern Category: Less-Lethal — Throwable Munitions
DefenseTechnology 1056 — OC Vapor
Aerosol Grenade
)escription )efense Technology 1056 -OC Vapor Aerosol Grenade uantity Authorized 1250
apability an be hand-thrown and deployed in a munitions pole. .ife Span 5-year manufacturer warranty.
‘Ianufacturer’s Che Defense Technology OC Vapor Aerosol Grenade is for law enforcement and)escription orrections use to deliver a high concentration of Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) in a owerlIil mist. The grenade is designed for indoor use in confined areas, and once leployed, it inflames the mucous membranes and exposed skin, resulting in an intense)urning sensation. The incapacitating effect of the OC Vapor on the subject is dramatic et requires minimal decontamination. Removing the subject from the affected area to Iesh air will resolve respiratory effects within minutes. The OC Vapor Aerosol3renade is ideal for cell extractions or barricades where pyrotechnic, powder, or liquid levices are not practical or desired.
‘urpose [‘o safely resolve critical situations such as crowd control during riotous situations and ugh-risk tactical operations.
uthorized Use SWAT personnel / Chemical agent certified personnel / Less-lethal certified personnelegal and [he BHPD’s policy is to use this ammunition only for official law enforcement Procedural Rules rnrposes and in accordance with state and federal law. 3HPD Policy 303 — Control Devices & Techniques3HPD Policy 404 Crisis Response Unit Fiscal Impact nitial Cost Per Item: $34
.nnual Recurring Costs: $1,700pproximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $0(ear Obtained: 2021iow acquired: Department funds rraining ‘OST approved SWAT School I POST approved Chemical Agent Instructor School / n-house training
lecessity 3overnment less lethal method is used to address violent or riotous crowds Thde vhen there is a risk to physical safety. There is no other alternative § 707 l(d)(1)(A) vhen these items are reasonable and necessary for use. ‘ublic Welfare government [bese weapons are less lethal and afford officers an added option to Thde Lvoid lethal force encounters.
§ 7071 (d)( 1 )(B)
ost Effective 3overnment [his is a low-cost item at $34 per item. This ammunition is long Dode asting, cost-effective, and there are no other alternatives. § 7071(d)(1)(C)
Dompliance 3overnment Jse is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” Blue Team Entry and ode lectronically submitted. The use of this item complies with Military § 707 l(d)(1)(D) quipment Use Policy 706. No complaints or concerns were eceived.
pg.71
Item Category: Munitions Accessories
Remington 870 Gas Launcher with LC5
Launcher
Eescription l2ga Single Shot Gas Launcher
uantity 3 IAuthorized j5
Capability .ess Lethal Munitions Delivery DeviceLife Span 10 years.4anufacturer’s The LC5 Launching Cups are designed for the 5200 series grenades. The cups can beL)escnption Lttached to virtually any 12-gauge shotgun, and the munition launched with our Model l600 launching cartridge. These can be fired from most 12-gauge smooth-bore;hotguns.
Eurpose Jsing a converted Remington 870 12-ga shotgun, the LC5 launcher allows for the xtended range delivery of less lethal chemical munitions. uthorized Use SWAT personnel / Chemical agent certified personnel / Less-lethal certified personnelLegal and The BHPD’s policy is to use this ammunition only for official law enforcement ‘rocedural Rules ,urposes and in accordance with state and federal law. 3HPD Policy 303 — Control Devices & Techniques3HPD Policy 404 — Crisis Response Unit iscaI Impact nitial Cost Per Item: $ 1,000
nnual Recurring Costs: $0pproximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $50 (ear Obtained: 2020
-low acquired: Department funds
[‘raining Sworn members utilizing less lethal chemical agents are trained in their use by POST ertified less lethal and chemical agent instructors.
iecessity 3overnment 3as launchers are a less lethal method used to address violent or ode iotous crowds when there is a risk to physical safety. They are also § 7071 (d)( 1 )(A) ised to safely extract a suspect from a fixed location or safely letain a suspect who poses a risk of violence to officers. Gas aunchers allow officers to deploy a less lethal chemical agent into a tructure where other weapons would not be capable of doing o. There is no other alternative when these items are reasonable Lnd necessary for use.
Public Welfare 3overnment Chese weapons are less lethal and afford officers an added option to Code void lethal force encounters.
§ 707l(d)(l)(B)
Cost Effective 3overnment [‘his piece of equipment has a life span of at least 10 years and is ode :ost-effective.
§ 7071(d)(1)(C)
Compliance 3overnment Jse is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” Blue Team Entry ode nd electronically submitted. The use of this item complies with § 707 l(d)(l)(D) b4ilitary Equipment Use Policy 706. No complaints or concerns vere received.
pg. 72
[tern Category: Explosives
Explosive Data Sheet
)escription xpIosive Data Sheet [201b roIl (20’)]
uantity 1 Authorized 110
Dapability rhe flexible explosive sheet is used as a breaching charge. It provides pinpoint breakage vith minimum explosive loading.
.Afe Span 0 years.Ianufacturer’s 3xplosive Data Sheet is olive drab and comes in 10” by 20’ sheets weighing 20 lbs. The)escrlption ase explosive contained is PETN. urpose ro be used in support of tactical operations as a breaching charge, and can be cut into my desired shape depending on the breach point or objective required. uthorLzed Use Special Weapons and Tactics Team (SWAT) / officers who have completed the 80-hour )OJ Explosives Breaching course.
egal and rhe BHPD’s policy is to use this ammunition only for official law enforcement purposesrocedura1 Rules nd in accordance with state and federal law. 3HPD Policy 404 — Crisis Response Unit
fiscal Impact nitial Cost Per Item: $760
nnual Recurring Costs: $0pproximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $50 (ear Obtained: 2008
-low acquired: Department funds
rraining special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) officers and supervisors who have attended the 80-hour DOJ Explosives Breaching course and quarterly training. lecessity ovemment xp1osive breaching tools are used to enter fortified or hardened Dode tructures to allow for rescue or other high-risk police entries. They § 7071 (d)( 1 )(A) re used when there are no other reasonable alternatives to rapidly reach a location. As stated, there is no known reasonable alternative o these items when they are necessary.
Public Welfare ovemment Without these items, officers may not be able to gain access to a ode location in a safe and timely manner to engage in necessary police § 7071 (d)( 1 )(B) perations. They are only used when time is of the essence in order to reserve life.
Cost Effective 3ovemment fhis is a low-cost item with a 20-year life span.
Dode
§ 7071(d)(l)(C)
Compliance 3ovemment Jse is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” Blue Team Entry and Dode lecfronically submitted. The use of this item complies with Military § 707 l(d)(l)(D) quipment Use Policy 706. No complaints or concerns were received. pg. 73
[tern Category: Explosives
Detonating_Cord
Eescription Detonating Cord (2,000ft roll)
)uantity 1 Authorized j5Capability rhe detonating cord is a thin, flexible plastic tube usually filled with Pentaerythritol retranitrate (PETN). With the PE1’N exploding at a rate of approximately 6400 m/s, ny common length of detonation cord appears to explode instantaneously. It is a high peed fuse that explodes, rather than bums, and is suitable for detonating highxplosives.
Life Span 0 years.
1anufacturer’s kima Cord detonating cords are flexible linear explosives with a PETN explosive core escription mcased in a textile outer jacket.
Purpose :t is to be used in support of Tactical Operations as a detonating agent, priming agent, r explosive charge. It is also to be used as an explosive breach on fortified openings such as doors or walls.
uthorized Use Special Weapons and Tactics Team (SWAT) I officers who have completed the 80- wur DOJ Explosives Breaching course.
Legal and [he BHPD’s policy is to use this ammunition only for official law enforcement Procedural Rules urposes and in accordance with state and federal law. 3HPD Policy 404 Crisis Response Unit
F’isca1 Impact nitial Cost Per Item: $750
nnual Recurring Costs: $0pproximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $50 ‘ear Obtained: 2008
4ow acquired: Department funds
rraining 3pecial Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) officers/supervisors who have attended the 80- iour DOJ Explosives Breaching course and quarterly training. ecessity 3overnment )etonating cords are used to enter fortified or hardened structures to ode illow for rescue or other high-risk police entries. They are used § 7071 (d)( 1 )(A) vhen there are no other reasonable alternatives to rapidly breach a ocation. As stated, there is no known reasonable alternative to these tems when they are necessary.
ublic Welfare 3overnment Vithout these items, officers may not be able to gain access to a ode ocation in a safe and timely manner to engage in necessary police § 7071 (d)( I )(B) perations. They are only used when time is of the essence in order o preserve life.
Dost Effective 3overnment This is a low-cost item with a 20-year life span. ode
7071(d)(1)(C)
Dompliance 3overnment Jse is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” Blue Team Entry Dode ind electronically submitted. The use of this item complies with § 7071 (d)( 1 )(D) vIilitary Equipment Use Policy 706. No complaints or concerns vere received.
pg. 74
Item Category: Explosives
Nonel Shock Tube with Blasting Cap
)escription 4onel Shock Tube with Blasting Cap (40’)
uantity iO Authorized 1150
apabffity Jsed in explosive breaching as part ofthe explosive chain. .ife Span 0 years.vlanufacturer’s -lollow Polyethylene-surlyn tube containing less than 0.1 grams of HMX and )escription iluminum powder with a factory crimped non-electric detonator at one end and sealed it the other. A non-electric Blasting attached is a cylindrical detonator containing one r more highly sensitive explosives.
Purpose non-electric shock tube is meant to detonate single or multiple charges.&uthorized Use Special Weapons and Tactics Team (SWAT) / officers who have completed the 80- iourDOJ Explosives Breaching course.
Legal and [‘he BHPD’s policy is to use this ammunition only for official law enforcementProcedural Rules urposes and in accordance with state and federal law. 3HPD Policy 404 — Crisis Response Unit
Fiscal Impact nitial Cost Per Item: $315
nnual Recurring Costs: $0pproximate Annual Maintenance Costs: $50 fear Obtained: 2008
iow acquired: Department funds
rraining Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) officers/supervisors who have attended the 80- iour DOJ Explosives Breaching course and quarterly training. ecessity 3overnment Explosive breaching tools are used to enter fortified or hardened ode tructures to allow for rescue or other high-risk police entries. They § 7071 (d)( 1 )(A) re used when there are no other reasonable alternatives to rapidly reach a location. As stated, there is no known reasonable alternative :o these items when they are necessary.
ublic Welfare 3overnment Without these items, officers may not be able to gain access to a Thde ocation in a safe and timely manner to engage in necessary police § 7071 (d)( 1 )(B) )perations. They are only used when time is of the essence in order o preserve life.
Dost Effective 3overnment This is a low-cost item with a 20-year life span.
Dode
§ 7071(d)(1)(C)
Dompliance 5ovemment Jse is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” Blue Team Entry and Dode lectronically submitted. The use of this item complies with Military § 7071 (d)( I )(D) Equipment Use Policy 706. No complaints or concerns were eceived.
pg. 75
END SECTION
pg. 76
Summary
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Drones Dii Mavic 3 Enterprise Dual (BH-3) 1
Drones DII Mavic Mini (BH-4) 2
Drones DJI Mathce 30T Combo 2
Drones DJI Avata
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Drones Brinc LEMUR Tactical Interior Drone 2Drones Autel EVO 2 DUAL 640T (Thermal) Enterprise Bundle 4 Drones Autel EVO II PRO 6K Enterprise Bundle 12Drones EMAX Tinyhawk III 8 Third-Party Vendor Drones DJI Matrice 350 RTK with Care Plus 4 Third-Party Vendor Drones DJI Matrice 300 DFR 1Robotics Avatar II 1 Robotics Recon Robot 2
Vehicles Freightliner M2 Business Class Chassis 1
Vehicles Ford / Lenco Armored Vehicle 1
Vehicles 2016 Freightliner MT-55 Forward Control Chassis 1 Accessories Long Range Acoustic Device (LRAD) 3
Rifles M4 COLT Commando Carbine 12
Rifles COLT M16A2-MG 2Rifles B&T Semi-Automatic Carbine 13 Specialty Rifles Surgeon Rifles-Scalpel 591 3
Specialty Rifles Colt LE 901 Rifle 1Specialty Rifles .50 cal Barrett Model 82Al 1 Projectile Launch Platforms 40mm LMPM Tactical Single Launcher 27 Projectile Launch Platforms 40mm LMTTM Tactical Multi-Launcher 1 Specialty Shotgun Remington 870 Breaching Shotgun 1
SWAT Specific Ammunition Hornady .50 BMG Ammunition 100SWAT Specific Ammunition Homady .308 Win Eld Match 4400 SWAT Specific Ammunition Hornady TAP SBR 5.56 75 gr. 900 SWAT Specific Ammunition Hornady TAP SBR 5.56 55 gr. 16000 SWAT Specific Ammunition Royal Arms TESCR Breaching Rounds 290 Less-Lethal Munitions 4233— 40mm CS Multi 3 Smoke, 4.8” 45Less-Lethal Munitions 4230 — 40mm CS Smoke, Pyro, 4.8” 96 Less-Lethal Munitions 4550 — Frangible Impact, Orange Marking Powder 96Less-Lethal Munitions 4557 —40mm Spongc, Smokeless, Spin Stabilized 352Less-Lethal Munitions -SPEDE-HEAT 40mm Long-Range Round --__________ 1 Less-Lethal Munitions Direct Impact 40mm OC 96
Less-Lethal Munitions Direct Impact 40mm CS 96Less-Lethal Munitions Ferret 40mm Liquid Barricade Penetrator Round, OC 12 pg. 77
Less-Lethal Munitions Ferret 40mm Powder Barricade Round, OC 8 Less-Lethal Munitions Ferret 40mm Powder Barricade Round, CS 13Less-Lethal Munitions Muzzle Blast 40mm Round, OC 26 Less-Lethal Munitions Muzzle Blast 40mm Round, CS 23Less-Lethal Munitions Ferret 40mm Liquid Barricade Penetrator Round, CS 12 Less-Lethal Munitions Exact Impact 40mm Standard Range Sponge Round — 1 1 13 Less-Lethal Munitions Exact Impact LE 40mm Extended Range Sponge Round 12Less-Lethal Munitions 40mm Warning/Signaling Munition 149Less-Lethal — Throwable 5230B — CS Baffled Canister Grenade 120 MunitionsLess-Lethal — Throwable 6210 -White Smoke Canister Grenade 52 Munitions Less-Lethal — Throwable 7290 — Flash-Bang 19 Munitions
Less-Lethal — Throwable Flameless Tn-Chamber CS Grenade 20 MunitionsLess-Lethal — Throwable Triple-Chaser Separating Canister, CS 48 MunitionsLess-Lethal — Throwable Pocket tactical Grenade, CS 167 MunitionsLess-Lethal — Throwable OC Vapor Aerosol Grenade 4 Munitions Munitions Accessories Remington 870 Gas Launcher with LC5 Launcher 3Explosives Explosive Data Sheet 1 Explosives Detonating Cord 1Explosives Nonel Shock Tube with Blasting Cap 60 pg. 78
2024-04-17 MCC DEPLOYMENT Power Outage
2024-04-24 -MCC DEPLOYMENT Demonstration/protest
2024-06-16 MCC DEPLOYMENT Father’s Day Car Show
2024-08-06 MCC DEPLOYMENT National Night Out City Event BEARCAT 2024-08-10 DEPLOYMENT Search Warrant
2024-08-30 MCC DEPLOYMENT DUI Checkpoint
BEARCAT 2024-09-24 DEPLOYMENT Search Warrant
2024-09-28 MCC DEPLOYMENT Next Night Out City Event2024-11-04 MCC DEPLOYMENT Tactical Alert Presidential Election 2024-1 1-14 MCC DEPLOYMENT City Holiday Lighting City Event Ceremony 2024-12-13 MCC DEPLOYMENT DUI Checkpoint
2025-01-05 MCC DEPLOYMENT Golden Globes CP
BEARCAT 2025-01 -05 DEPLOYMENT Golden Globes
2025-04-li MCC DEPLOYMENT DUI Checkpoint
pg. 79
EXHIBIT
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ORDINANCE NO. 24-0-2899
ORDINANCE NO. 24-0-2899
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS AUTHORIZINGTHE 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 er seq. to the Government Code, requiring law enforcement agencies to obtain approval from their governing body before acquiring military equipment, asdefined 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 tothe funding, acquisition, or use of military equipment; and WHEREAS, on April 26, 2022, City Council adopted its military equipment use ordinance, Ordinance No. 22-0-2859, 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 andidentified 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 thepublic had the opportunity to comment on the annual military equipment report; proposed military equipment use policy; the renewal ofthe 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 CityCouncil 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 707l, 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 ofthis 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 2 B0785-0001\2947910v6doc
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 haveadopted 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 ofthe Government Code, shall certifyto 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 am. 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: August 6, 2024 Effective: September 6, 2024
LESTER J. FRIEDMAN
Mayor of the City of
Beverly Hills, California
(SEAL)
HUMA ARMED
City ClerkAPPROVED AS TO FORM: APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:LAURENCE S. WIENER City Attorney
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Item Category: Specialty (Less Lethal) MunitionsDescription 4550 Frangible Impact- Orange Marking Powder Quantity 96 (to be purchased) I Authorized: 100
Capability Can be launched via a 40mm launcher
Life Span 5-year manufacturer warrantyManufacturer’s This 40mm aluminum cartridge launches frangible Impact+ munitions Description 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 It is the policy of BHPD to utilize the 40mm only for official law Procedural enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law, Rules 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/AYear Obtained: 2024
How acquired: Department Budget
Training POST Approved SWAT School I POST Approved Chemical Agent Instructor School / In-house training
Necessity Government Code This less lethal munition allows officers to confront § 7071(d)(1)(A) 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 These weapons are less lethal and afford officers § 7071(d)(1)(B) an added option to avoid lethal force encounters.
Cost Effective Government Code This is
a low cost item with no available
§ 7071(d)(1)(C) alternative.
Compliance Government Code Use is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” § 7071(d)(1)(D) Blue Team Entry and electronically submitted.
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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 The 40mm Direct Impact Round consists of a plastic body and aDescription 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 atlonger distances. The 40mm Direct Impact Round isintended 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 It is the policy of BHPD to utilize the 40mm only for official lawProcedural Rules 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 A less lethal method used to address violent § 7071 (d)(1)(A) or riotous crowds when there is a risk of physical safety. They also allow officers toconfront potentially armed or dangeroussupects at a longer distance. When necessary, there is no alternative to these
less lethal weapon systems.
Public Welfare Government Code These weapons are less lethal and afford § 7071 (d)(1)(B) officers an added option to avoid lethal force encounters.
Cost Effective Government Code This is a low cost item. § 7071(d)(1)(C)
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Compliance Government Code Use is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” § 7071(d)(1)(D) Blue Team Entry and electronically submitted.
Use has been in compliance with MilitaryEquipment Use Policy 706 from May 2023 to present. No complaint or concerned was
received.
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Item Category: Specialty (Less Lethal) MunitionsDescription DIRECT IMPACT 40MM CS Quantity 21 I Authorized: 200 (previously 100)Capability Can be launched via a 40mm launcher.
Life Span 5-year manufacturer warranty
Manufacturer’s The 40mm Direct Impact Round consists of a plastic body and a
Desc 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 anaggressive, 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 It is the policy of BHPD to utilize the 40mm only for official lawProcedural Rules 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. $3840 ($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
A less lethal method used to address violent
§ 7071 (d)(1)(A) 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 These weapons are less lethal and afford , § 7071(d)(1)(B) officers an added option to avoid lethal force encounters.
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Cost Effective Government Code This is a low cost item. § 7071 (d)(1)(C)
Compliance Government Code Use is recorded on a uMiIIta Equipment Use’ § 7071(d)(1)(D) 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 wasreceived.
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Item Category: Specialty (jess Lethal) MunitionsDescription Military-Style Maximum — Smoke HC Grenade
Quantity 6 I Authorized: 200 (previously 50)
Capability Can be hand thrown, deployed via robot, launched, or placed into a Munitions Pole
Life Span 5-year manufacturer warrantyManufacturer’s Hexachioroethane (HC) smoke is discharged through four (4) gasDescription ports located on top of the canister. Due to the high metal content, HC smoke is dark in comparison to Saf-Smoke’ that isutilized 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, theMaximum 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 deployedutilizing 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 CC, CN or CS munitions, or for concealing the movement of agency personnel.
It may also be used as a distraction to focus attention away fromother activities.
Authorized Use Special Weapons and Tactics Team (SWAT)
Chemical Agent certified personnel
Legal and It is the policy of BHPD to utilize chemical agents only for officialProcedural Rules 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: $4950 ($33 each)
Re-Occurring Costs: average annual cost of $1350 (50/year) Year Obtained: 2024
How acquired: Department funds
Training POST Approved SWAT School / POST Approved Chemical Agent Instructor School I In-house training
Necessity Government Code
A less lethal method used to address violent
§ 7071(d)(1)(A) 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 reasonableand necessary for use, there is no otheralternative.
Public Welfare Government Code These weapons are less lethal and afford § 7071(d)(1)(B) officers an added option to avoid lethal force encounters.
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Cost Effective Government Code This is a low cost item. § 7071(d)(1)(C)
Compliance Government Code Use is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” § 7071(d)(1)(D) Blue Team Entry and electronically submitted.
Use has been in compliance with Military
Equipment Use Policy 706 from May 2023 topresent. No complaint or concerned wasreceived.
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Item Category: Specialty (Less Lethal) Munitions
Description Exact Impact LE 40mm Extended Range Sponge Round Quantity 12 I Authorized: 100 (previously 20)Capability This intermediate less lethal specialty munition allows for direct impact from a minimum range of 33ff/i Om out to a maximumeffective_range_of_230ft /_70m.
Life Span 5-year manufacturer warranty
Manufacturer’s The Exact Impact 40mm sponge round is a point-of-aim, point-ofDescription impact 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 40mmlauncher’s rifled barrel. The round utilizes smokeless powder as the propellant, and, therefore, have velocities that are extremelyconsistent. Used for crowd control, patrol, and tacticalapplications.
Purpose To safely resolve critical situations such as crowd control during riotous situations and high-risk tactical operations.
Authorized Use BHPD SWAT
Legal and It is the policy of BHPD to utilize 40mm only for official lawProcedural Rules 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: $3840 ($40 each)
Re-Occurring Costs: average annual cost of $372 (1 2/year) Year Obtained: 2024
How acquired: Department funds
Training In-house range training
Necessity Government Code This less lethal allows officers to confront a § 7071 (d)(1)(A) potentially armed or dangerous suspect at a longer distance. They also can be used tosafely resolve critical situations such as crowdcontrol during riotous situations and high-risk tactical operation. When necessary, there is
no alternative to these less lethal weaponsystems.
Public Welfare Government Code These weapons are less lethal and afford § 7071(d)(1)(B) officers an added option to avoid lethal force encounters.
Cost Effective Government Code This is a low cost item. § 7071(d)(1)(C)
Compliance Government Code Use is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” § 7071(d)(1)(D) 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 wasreceived.
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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 tacticaladvantage_during_high-risk_situations.
Life Span 5-year manufacturer warranty
Manufacturer’s The 40mm Aerial Warning/Signaling Munition, 50 meters, is Description 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 plafform, the munitions deflagrateat 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 It is the policy of BHPD to utilize diversion devices only for official Procedural Rules 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 The warning/signaling munitions are used as § 7071 (d)(1)(A) a distraction device in order to disorient or divert a suspect’s attention away fromofficers. 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 These devices can often lead to a safer § 7071(d)(1)(B) resolution and allow officers to take a suspect into custody without force. This can prevent
injury to officers and citizens.
Cost Effective Government Code This is a low cost item. § 7071(d)(1)(C) Compliance Government Code Use is recorded on a “Military Equipment Use” § 707 1(d)(1)(D) 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 wasreceived.
Item Category: Specialty (Less Lethal) Munitions
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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
Man ufacturer’s White outdoor smoke grenades are used for obscuring tactical Description 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 It is the policy of BHPD to utilize chemical agents only for official Procedural Rules law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law.
Fiscal Impact Initial Cost: $1008 ($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 The white smoke canister is deployed prior to § 7071(d)(1)(A) deploying CS munitions to determine wind direction and to assist carrying CS munitionsthrough the air. When necessary, there is no alternative to these canisters.
Public Welfare Government Code The white smoke canister helps to ensure that § 7071(d)(1)(B) CS munitions are deployed in the right
direction and away from innocent citizens.
Cost Effective Government Code This is a low cost item. § 7071 (d)(1)(C)
Compliance Government Code Use is recorded on a Military Equipment Use’ § 7071(d)(1)(D) 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.
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Item Cateaorv: 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 The 5230B pyrotechnic grenade is designed for indoor use Description 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 It is the policy of BHPD to utilize chemical agents only for official Procedural Rules 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: $7200 ($60 each)
Re-Occurring Costs: average annual cost of $3800 (100/year) Year Obtained: 2024
How acquired: Department funds
Training POST Approved SWAT School I POST Approved Chemical Agent Instructor School / In-house training
Necessity Government Code
A less lethal method that allows officers to
§ 7071(d)(1)(A) deploy
a less lethal chemical agent into a
structure where other weapons would not becapable of doing so. When these items are reasonable and necessary for use, there is noother alternative.
Public Welfare Government Code These weapons are less lethal and afford § 7071(d)(1)(B) officers an added option to avoid lethal force encounters.
Cost Effective Government Code This is
a low cost item.
7071(d)(1)(C)
Compliance Government Code Use is recorded on a ‘Military Equipment Use” § 7071(d)(1)(D) 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 wasreceived.
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Item Category: Drones
DJI Matrice 350 RTK with Care Plus
Description Unmanned Aenal Vehicle (UAV)
Quantity 4Capability
New Control Experience: DJI RC Plus
Equipped with a 7-inch high-bright screen, DJI RC Plus supportsDual 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: lP54 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), supportingaround-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 becharged 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 naviQation for safe fliqht. assistinQ in more confident
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operation at night.
Night-Vision FPV Camera: The Matrice 350 RTK is designed with a six-directional binocular vision system and an infrared sensingsystem for six-directional awareness, positioning, and obstaclesensing capabilities, providing comprehensive protection during flight.
6-Directional Sensing & Positioning: With the CSM Radarinstalled, Matrice 350 RTK can detect subtle obstacles upward or within the horizontal 3600 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 redundancydesign to maximumly ensure flight safety, allowing you to cope with harsh operatina environments more confidently.
Life Span Approximately 5 years
Manufacturer’s An upgraded flagship drone platform, the Matrice 350 RTK sets a new Description benchmark for the industry. This next-generation drone platform features an all-new video transmission system and control experience, a moreefficient 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 alittle 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 Use is established in the BHPD Lexipol manual section 303. It is theProcedural policy of the BHPD to utilize UAS only for law enforcement purposes,Rules 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: Chiefs Fund Donation
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Training FAA Part 107 Certificate. Pilots must complete BHPD in house initial training and familiarization with M350 flight characteristics.
Necessity Government Code The UAV provides police personnel with the ability § 7071 (d)(1)(A) 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 theground and mitigate the risk of harm to officersand the public. There is no known alternative which could provide the same capabilities.
Public Welfare Government Code The use of these UAV’s positively impact public § 7071(d)(1)(B) welfare as they expedite the arrival of police resources at emergency calls for service and
improve they promote de-ecalation andappropriate tactics.
Cost Effective Government Code $24,000 is a reasonable cost for a commercial § 7071(d)(1)(C) grade UAV with
a 5 year life span.
Compliance Government Code Each UAV use is recorded on
a “Drones as a First
§ 707 1(d)(1)(D) 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.
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Item Category: Drones
Skydio X-1O
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 yearsManufacturer’s Designed from the ground up to bring the performance of a heavy Description 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 Xl 0 delivers a quiet flight profile while allowing fortop 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 Use is established in the BHPD Lexipol manual section 303. It is Procedural Rules the policy of the BHPD to utilize UAS only for law enforcement purposes, and in a manner that respects the privacy of ourcommunity, 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 The UAV provides visibility to high-risk § 7071(d)(1)(A) locations. It is able to enter small, enclosed strucures as well as provide overheadobservations. There is no known alternatives which could provide the same visibility to
safely access these locations.
Public Welfare Government Code Without the use of the UAV, officers would § 7071 (d)(1)(B) have to deploy to high-risk locations which would increase the risk for both the officers
and the members of the public.
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Cost Effective Government Code $18,000 is a reasonable cost for a § 7071(d)(1)(C) commercial-grade UAV with a 5 year life span.
Compliance Government Code Prior to the adoption of Policy 706, BHPD was § 7071(d)(1)(D) 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.