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EXHIBIT B
FEE SCHEDULE
Description Charge/Fee Unit
Phase 1 (Preliminary $3,807.00 Per applicant
Determination of Eligibility)
Phase 2 (Interview with City Staff) $1,286.00 Per applicant Phase 3 (City Manager's $1,749.00 Per applicant
Recommendations to City Council)
Background Investigation $2,200.00 Per person
Live Scan $144.00 Per person
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CITY OF BLYTHE
Blythe CITY COUNCIL MEETING
STAFF REPORT
CABLISHE
MEETING DATE: June 13, 2023
SUBJECT: Agreement to Provide Law Enforcement Services to the Palo Verde Community College District
PRESENTED BY: Garth V. Dale, Chief of Police
PREPARED BY: Garth V. Dale, Chief of Police
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the City Council approve the addition of one full time police officer position and authorize the Interim City Manager to execute the Law Enforcement Services Agreement between the Palo Verde Community College District (PVCCD) and the City of Blythe for the provision of a campus tactical officer once approved by the City Attorney.
FISCAL IMPACT: PVCCD will reimburse the City up to $235,900.00 for the first year of services provided by the campus tactical officer. This includes up to $208,000 for hours provided during the officer's regular 40-hour work week, based on the fully burdened hourly rate of $100.00 per hour for a police officer, as determined by the City of Blythe's 2019 User Fee Study. The hourly rate will be adjusted annually for changes in the Consumer Price Index (CPI).
The maximum annual compensation for the first year also includes up to $27,900 for overtime hours as agreed upon by the City and PVCCD or as requested by PVCCD. The maximum annual reimbursement will be adjusted annually for CPI.
BACKGROUND: Over the last several months, the Blythe Police Administration has been in discussion with the PVCCD Administration to develop a new model of interagency collaboration between law enforcement and the College. The Police Department and the College are proposing to place a Blythe Police Officer as a campus tactical officer (CTO) at the College campus to address crime, safety, security, violence suppression, response preparation, and plan for active shooter prevention.
STAFF REPORT: The CTO will patrol campus, investigate crimes, maintain order on campus, respond to safety and security needs, prepare response plans, conduct threat assessments, conduct active shooter deterrent planning, and serve as the primary officer for law enforcement services. The CTO will also maintain keys, codes, and information to gain immediate entry into the facilities. The assigned officer will develop contacts within the campus administration and direct staff in the event of an emergency. The assigned officer will have specialized tactical equipment available while on duty. In the event of a law enforcement emergency, the assigned officer will be responsible for establishing an incident command post, assessing the incident, and forming an immediate response to active or potential threat to the safety of staff and students.
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One additional police officer position will be added to the funded position listing in the FY 2023/24 budget. This additional position will backfill the officer assigned to the College so there will be no impact on current police staffing levels or our service to the community. Should funding for the CTO cease, the employee would be removed from this special assignment. The On June 13, 2023, the PVCCD Board of Trustees will consider the proposed agreement. The City Attorney prepared the proposed agreement, which is pending review by PVCCD's legal counsel.
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LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE PALO VERDE COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT AND
THE CITY OF BLYTHE
FOR THE PROVISION OF A CAMPUS TACTICAL OFFICER
THIS LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT ("Agreement") is made and entered into as of June 13, 2023 ("Effective Date") by and between the CITY OF BLYTHE, hereinafter "CITY", a California municipal corporation, and the PALO VERDE COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT, a California community college district, hereinafter "COLLEGE", sometimes collectively referred to as the "parties" and individually as a "party".
WHEREAS, COLLEGE does not have its own police department; and WHEREAS, COLLEGE contracts for security services; however, such individuals have limited training and are not peace officers; and
WHEREAS, COLLEGE has identified a need to provide additional law enforcement presence, services, and prevention at the COLLEGE campus; and
WHEREAS, CITY and COLLEGE desire to work cooperatively to address crime, safety, security, violence suppression, response preparation and planning for active shooter prevention by entering into this Agreement to place Blythe Police Officers) as campus tactical officers), hereinafter referred to as CTO(s), on the COLLEGE campus as needed to be a visual deterrent to aberrant behavior and thereby enhance COLLEGE's campus control and student protection.
IT IS THEREFORE AGREED AS FOLLOWS:
TERM. This Agreement shall be effective from July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2026 ("Initial Term"), unless sooner terminated as provided in Paragraph 8. This Agreement may be extended beyond the Initial Term upon mutual written agreement of CITY and COLLEGE. If COLLEGE does not intend to extend the term of this Agreement beyond the Initial Term, COLLEGE shall notify CITY in writing of such intent not to extend at least six (6) months prior to expiration of the Initial Term.
SCOPE OF SERVICES.
A. Assignment of CTO; Schedule of Services. CITY agrees to provide one (1) CTO, who will be assigned to the COLLEGE campus as a patrol officer during campus hours. Prior to the commencement of each academic term at the COLLEGE, CITY and COLLEGE will agree upon a schedule of services for the CTO for the upcoming term. The schedule of services may be amended upon mutual agreement of CITY and COLLEGE.
B. Duties of CTO. The duties of the CTO shall include patrolling campus, investigating crimes, maintaining order on campus, responding to safety and security needs, preparing response plans, conducting threat assessments, conducting active shooter deterrent planning, and serving as the primary officer for law enforcement services. The CTO will be responsible for establishing an incident command post during a law enforcement emergency and forming an immediate response to an active or potential threat to the safety of staff and students. The CTO will maintain essential information to gain immediate access to campus facilities and maintain appropriate contacts for COLLEGE and law enforcement coordination. The CTO will conduct training drills with first responders and attend active shooter classes, tactical planning and other emergency response classes as deemed appropriate by CITY 1 of 5
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and COLLEGE. It is understood that the CTO will be assigned to the COLLEGE on a full-time basis throughout the calendar year. CITY will use its best efforts to ensure the same Police Officer serves as the CTO except when he/she is on vacation, paid leave, or is otherwise absent.
COLLEGE's Responsibilities. COLLEGE agrees to comply with all reasonable requests of CITY necessary to the performance of the TO's duties under this Agreement. COLLEGE agrees to furnish office space at the COLLEGE campus for use by the CTO while performing the above- described services.
3. MODIFICATION OF SERVICES. No portion of the services or responsibilities of either party described in this Agreement may be eliminated, reduced, or changed without the mutual written agreement of both parties, which shall be memorialized in an amendment to this Agreement.
COMPENSATION.
A. Regular Hours. As used herein, «Regular Hours" refers to hours worked by the CTO as part of a 2080 schedule, consisting of 40 hours per week. COLLEGE shall pay CITY at a rate of $100.00 per hour as reimbursement for services rendered pursuant to this Agreement during Regular Hours.
COLLEGE acknowledges that such rate is CITY's Fully Burdened Hourly Rate (FBHR) for a Police Officer, inclusive of salary, benefits, a patrol vehicle and mileage and overhead costs, as determined by CITY's 2019 User Fee Study, adjusted annually for changes in the Consumer Price Index (CPI). COLLEGE agrees that CITY may increase the FBHR set forth herein effective July 1 of each year based upon an increase to the CPI for all Urban Consumers for the Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario area. On or before June 15 of each year that this Agreement remains in effect, CITY will provide written notice to COLLEGE of the FBHR for the upcoming year.
Overtime Hours. As used herein, "Overtime Hours" refers to any hours worked by the CTO in excess of 40 hours per week. For Overtime Hours, COLLEGE shall pay CITY the rate of overtime pay for the assigned CTO actually paid or to be paid by CITY. Overtime Hours will only be provided as agreed to by CITY and COLLEGE in the schedule of services or as requested by COLLEGE.
Maximum Compensation; Invoices. Unless otherwise agreed to by CITY and COLLEGE, the total cost to COLLEGE for the first year of this Agreement will not exceed $235,900.00, which amount includes up to $208,000.00 for Regular Hours and up to $27,900.00 for Overtime Hours.
Thereafter, the maximum annual cost will be adjusted on July 1 of each year based upon the corresponding CPI increase to the CITY's FBHR and any increases to CITY's salary schedule. Payment for services shall be rendered on a monthly basis upon receipt by COLLEGE of an invoice submitted by CITY. COLLEGE will pay each invoice within thirty (30) days of receipt. COLLEGE will notify CITY prior to February of each year of any reduction of services necessary due to lack of funding.
5. ADMINISTRATION AND SUPERVISION. The CITY Police Department Chief of Police or his/her designee shall oversee this Agreement and the day shift CITY Police Department Watch Commander shall be the direct supervisor of the CTO. The Superintendent/President of COLLEGE or his/her designee shall administer this Agreement on behalf of COLLEGE.
CITY EMPLOYEE. The CTO shall remain an employee of CITY on special assignment to COLLEGE for the purposes set forth in this Agreement, and shall not be considered an agent, employee, or deputy of COLLEGE.
TERMINATION. Either party may terminate this Agreement at any time by giving written 2 of 5
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notice to the other party of such termination and specifying the effective date thereof, at least ninety (90) days before the effective date of such termination. In the event of termination, COLLEGE shall pay for services rendered through the termination date only.
HOLD HARMLESS AND INDEMNIFICATION.
A. COLLEGE's Obligations. COLLEGE shall indemnify and hold harmless the CITY, its elected and appointed officials, officers, employees, agents and representatives from any liability, claim, damage or action whatsoever, based or asserted upon any negligent act or omission or willful misconduct of COLLEGE, its officers, employees, contractors, agents or representatives arising out of or in any way relating to this Agreement, including but not limited to property damage, bodily injury, or death.
COLLEGE shall defend, at its sole cost and expense, including but not limited to attorneys' fees, cost of investigation, defense and settlements or awards, the CITY, its elected and appointed officials, officers, employees, agents, and representatives in any such action or claim. With respect to any action or claim subject to indemnification herein by COLLEGE, COLLEGE shall, at its sole cost, have the right to use counsel of its own choice, subject to CITY's approval, and shall have the right to adjust, settle, or compromise any such action or claim without the prior consent of CITY; provided, however, that any such adjustment, settlement or compromise in no manner whatsoever limits or circumscribes COLLEGE's indemnification of CITY. COLLEGE's obligations hereunder shall be satisfied when COLLEGE has provided to CITY the appropriate form of dismissal (or similar document) relieving the CITY from any liability for the action or claim involved. Any insurance coverage shall in no way limit or circumscribe COLLEGE's obligations to indemnify and hold harmless the CITY.
CITY's Obligations. CITY shall indemnify and hold harmless the COLLEGE, its trustees, directors, officers, employees, agents and representatives from any liability, claim, damage, or action whatsoever, based or asserted upon any negligent act or omission or willful misconduct of CITY, its officers, employees, contractors, agents, or representatives arising out of or in any way relating to this Agreement, including but not limited to property damage, bodily injury, or death. CITY shall defend, at its herein by CITY, CITY shall, at its sole cost, have the right to use counsel of its own choice and shall have the right to adjust, settle, or compromise any such action or claim without the prior consent of COLLEGE; provided, however, that any such adjustment, settlement or compromise in no manner whatsoever limits or circumscribes CITY's indemnification of COLLEGE. CITY's obligations hereunder shall be satisfied when CITY has provided to COLLEGE the appropriate form of dismissal (or similar document) relieving the COLLEGE from any liability for the action or claim involved. Any insurance coverage shall in no way limit or circumscribe CITY's obligations to indemnify and hold harmless the COLLEGE ASSIGNMENT. Neither this Agreement nor any duties or obligations under this Agreement may be assigned by COLLEGE without prior written consent of CITY.
ENTIRE AGREEMENT. This Agreement supersedes any and all agreements, either oral or written, between the parties, and contains all of the covenants and agreements between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof. Each party acknowledges that no other agreement, understanding or promise, oral or otherwise, relative to this subject matter exists between the parties at the time of execution of this Agreement. Any modification of this Agreement shall be effective only if it is in writing and signed by both parties.
11. NOTICES. Any notice required or desired to be served by either party upon the other 3 of 5
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shall be addressed to the respective parties as set forth below:
CITY COLLEGE
City of Blythe Palo Verde College
235 N. Broadway One College Drive
Blythe, CA 92225 Blythe, CA 92225
Attn: Mallory Crecelius Attn: Superintendent/President
13. SEVERABILITY. If any provision of this Agreement is held by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, void, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will nevertheless continue in full force without being impaired or invalidated in any way.
ELECTRONIC/DIGITAL SIGNATURES. This Agreement may be executed in any number of counterparts, each of which will be an original, but all of which together will constitute one instrument. Each party of this Agreement agrees to the use of electronic signatures, such as digital signatures that meet the requirements of the California Uniform Electronic Transactions Act ("CUETA") Cal. Civ.
Code §§ 1633.1 to 1633.17), for executing this Agreement. The parties further agree that the electronic signatures of the parties included in this Agreement are intended to authenticate this writing and to have the same force and effect as manual signatures. Electronic signature means an electronic sound, symbol, or process attached to or logically associated with an electronic record and executed or adopted by a person with the intent to sign the electronic record pursuant to the CUETA as amended from time to time. The CUETA authorizes use of an electronic signature for transactions and contracts among parties in California, including a government agency. Digital signature means an electronic identifier, created by computer, intended by the party using it to have the same force and effect as the use of a manual signature, and shall be reasonably relied upon by the parties. For purposes of this section, a digital signature is a type of "electronic signature" as defined in subdivision (i) of Section 1633.2 of the Civil Code. [SIGNATURE PAGE FOLLOWS.]
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the duly authorized representatives of the parties hereto have signed in confirmation of this Agreement on the dates indicated below.
PALO VERDE COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
Date:
Donald G. Wallace, Ph.D.
Superintendent/President
CITY OF BLYTHE
Mallory Crecelius Date:
Interim City Manager
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Brittany E. Roberto
City Attorney
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THIN'S FIRST CITY OF BLYTHE
Blythe CITY COUNCIL MEETING
STAFF REPORT
MEETING DATE: June 13, 2023
SUBJECT: Ordinance Adopting Amended Military Equipment Use Policy Pursuant to Assembly Bill 481
PRESENTED BY: Garth V. Dale, Chief of Police
PREPARED BY: Garth V. Dale, Chief of Police and Brittany E. Roberto, City Attorney RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council introduce Ordinance No. 922-23:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BLYTHE, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING AN
AMENDED MILITARY EQUIPMENT USE POLICY GOVERNING THE USE OF MILITARY EQUIPMENT PURSUANT TO ASSEMBLY BILL 481
FISCAL IMPACT: None.
BACKGROUND: On September 30, 2021, Governor Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 481 ("AB 481") into law, which became effective January 1, 2022. AB 481 seeks to provide transparency, oversight, and an opportunity for meaningful public input on decisions regarding whether and how military equipment is funded, acquired, and used by law enforcement agencies.
AB 481, codified at Sections 7070 through 7075 of the California Government Code, requires California law enforcement agencies to obtain approval from their governing bodies of military equipment use policies prior to taking certain actions relating to the funding, acquisition or use of military equipment, including military equipment acquired prior to January 1, 2022. The term "military equipment" is defined in California Government Code Section 7070 and includes, but is not limited to, unmanned aerial or ground vehicles, armored vehicles, command and control vehicles, pepper balls, less lethal shotguns, less lethal 40mm projectile launchers, long range acoustic devices, and flashbangs. The items considered to be "military equipment" by AB 481 are employed by many law enforcement agencies across the country to enhance citizen and officer safety.
Pursuant to AB 481, the military equipment use policy must be adopted by ordinance at a regular ordinance, annual reporting on the military equipment identified in the policy, and an annual community engagement meeting regarding the annual report.
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Use Policy governing the use of items that are deemed "military equipment" under AB 481. The policy was effective as of June 10, 2022. The City's policy includes four categories of "military equipment" listed in AB 481. The policy also contemplates use of military equipment owned by other law enforcement agencies.
STAFF REPORT: On May 7, 2023, the Police Department presented the Annual Military Equipment Report to the City Council. On May 18, 2023, the Police Department held a community engagement meeting to discuss the report and respond to questions from the public regarding the funding, acquisition, or use of military equipment.
intonal temps that are onsidered miliary equipment under AB 431 and i To comply with AB 481, the Police Department is recommending that the City Council introduce Ordinance No. 922-23 to adopt an amended military equipment use policy.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Ordinance No. 922-23
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Policy 708
Blythe Police Department
Blythe Police Department Policy Manual
Military Equipment Use
708.1 PURPOSE AND SCOPE
The purpose of this policy is to provide guidelines for the approval, acquisition, use and reporting requirements of military equipment, as defined in Government Code § 7070, in accordance with Assembly Bill No. 481 of 2021 (codified at Government Code §§ 7070- 7075).
708.1.1 DEFINITIONS
Definitions related to this policy include:
Governing body - means the elected or appointed body that oversees the Department.
Military equipment - has the meaning set forth in Government Code § 7070(c), as amended from time to time, and includes the following:
(a) Unmanned, remotely piloted, powered aerial or ground vehicles. (b) Mine-resistant ambush-protected (MRAP) vehicles or armored personnel carriers. (c) High mobility multipurpose wheeled vehicles (HMMWV), commonly referred to as Humvees, two and one-half-ton trucks, five-ton trucks, or wheeled vehicles that have a breaching or entry apparatus attached.
(d) Tracked armored vehicles that provide ballistic protection to their occupants and utilize a tracked system instead of wheels for forward motion. (e) Command and control vehicles that are either built or modified to facilitate the operational control and direction of public safety units. (f) Weaponized aircraft, vessels, or vehicles of any kind. (g) Battering rams, slugs, and breaching apparatuses that are explosive in nature.
Items designed to remove a lock, such as bolt cutters, or a handheld ram designed to be operated by one person, are specifically excluded. (h) Firearms of 50 caliber or greater, excluding standard issue shotguns. (i) Ammunition of .50 caliber or greater, excluding standard issue shotgun ammunition.
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(i) Specialized firearms and ammunition of less than .50 caliber, including assault weapons as defined in Sections 30510 and 30515 of the Penal Code, with the exception of standard issue service weapons and ammunition. (k) Any firearm or firearm accessory that is designed to launch explosive projectiles. (1) "Flashbang" grenades and explosive breaching tools, "tear gas," and "pepper balls," excluding standard, service-issued handheld pepper spray. (m)Taser Shockwave, microwave weapons, water cannons, and the Long Range Acoustic Device (LRAD).
(n) The following projectile launch platforms and their associated munitions: 40mm projectile launchers, "bean bag," rubber bullet, and specialty impact munition (SIM) weapons.
(o) Any other equipment as determined by a governing body or a state agency to require additional oversight.
(p) Notwithstanding paragraphs (a) through (o), "military equipment" does not include general equipment not designated as prohibited or controlled by the federal Defense Logistics Agency.
708.2 POLICY
It is the policy of the Blythe Police Department that members of this Department comply with the provisions of Government Code §$ 7071-7072 with respect to military equipment. 708.3 MILITARY EQUIPMENT COORDINATOR
The Chief of Police or his/her designee shall be 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 annually. (d) Collaborating with any allied agency that may use military equipment within the jurisdiction of Blythe Police Department (Government Code § 7071).
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(e) Preparing for, scheduling, and coordinating the annual community engagement meeting to include:
(i) Coordinating with the City Clerk's Office to publicize the details of the meeting. (i) 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 governing body and ensuring that the report is made available on the Department's website (Government Code § 7072).
(g) Establishing the procedure for a person to register a complaint or concern, or how that person may submit a question about the use of a type of military equipment, and how the Department will respond in a timely manner. 708.4 MILITARY EQUIPMENT INVENTORY
The following constitutes a list of qualifying equipment for the Department:
See Attachment A (Military Equipment List).
708.5 APPROVAL
The Chief of Police or his/her authorized designee shall obtain approval from the governing body by way of an ordinance adopting the military equipment policy. As part of the approval process, the Chief of Police or his/her authorized designee shall ensure the proposed military equipment policy is submitted to the governing body and is available on he Department's website at least 30 days prior to any public hearing concerning the nilitary equipment at issue (Government Code § 7071). The military equipment polici must be approved by the governing body prior to engaging in any of the activities outlined in Government Code § 7071.
708.6 COORDINATION WITH OTHER JURISDICTIONS
As established through past practice and mutual aid agreements, any jurisdiction through contract, mutual aid agreement or request must accept the Department's policies and procedures governing the deployment of equipment utilized by Blythe Police Department employees. This is reciprocal to other law enforcement agencies.
Through the Association of Riverside County Chiefs of Police and Sheriff (ARCCOPS) mutual aid agreement, all cities within Riverside County have agreed to accept the use of each law enforcement agency's military equipment policy related to any enforcement action throughout Riverside County.
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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 are providing mutual aid to this jurisdiction shall comply with their respective military equipment use policies in rendering mutual aid. Situations may arise where the Blythe Police Department may deploy or use military equipment owned by other law enforcement agencies. The following constitutes a non-exhaustive list of such equipment the Blythe Police Department is authorized to deploy or use:
See Attachment B (Military Equipment List-Equipment Owned by Other Agencies).
The Blythe Police Department hereby adopts the military equipment use policy as is approved, and may be amended from time to time, under Government Code § 7070 et seq., for jurisdictions that the Blythe Police Department may engage with to provide mutual aid. This section is in no way a limitation to the ability of the Blythe Police Department to deploy or use the military equipment of another jurisdiction. 708.7 ANNUAL REPORT
Upon approval of a military equipment policy, the Chief of Police or his/her authorized designee shall submit a military equipment report to the governing body for each type of military equipment approved within one year of approval, and annually thereafter for as long as the military equipment is available for use (Government Code § 7072).
The Chief of Police or his/her authorized designee shall 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 all information required by Government Code § 7072 for the preceding calendar year for each type of military equipment in Department inventory.
708.8 COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Within 30 days of submitting and publicly releasing the annual report, the Department shall hold at 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. 708.9 COMPLIANCE PROCEDURE
This procedure is to ensure compliance with the military equipment use policy. All complaints, concerns, or questions submitted regarding this policy will be handled pursuant to the Department's normal complaint process and be handled in a timely manner.
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ATTACHMENT A
MILITARY EQUIPMENT LIST
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MILITARY EQUIPMENT LIST
1. Armored Vehicles: Commercially produced wheeled armored personnel vehicle utilized for law enforcement purposes.
a. Description, quantity, and capabilities
(i) 2000 Dodge PeaceKeeper Armored Rescue truck on loan from the Law Enforcement Support Office (LESO) (formerly called the 1033 Program).
Quantity not to exceed 1.
(ii) It is anticipated the Blythe Police Department will request approval to obtain one (1) newer Armored Vehicle from LESO soon and return the 2000 Dodge ii) The capabilities of these vehicles are similar to a 4x4 SUV and can protec occupants from handgun and rifle fire of a caliber typically found in the State of California and used against law enforcement. This vehicle provides safety for law enforcement personnel and victims being evacuated from dangerous situations.
b. Purpose
Used during high-risk tactical enforcement operations, officer rescues, and vehicle borne interventions. Additional deployments are used during criminal unrest and riots. Rescue vehicles provide ballistic safety during containment and apprehension of armed violent suspects.
c. Authorized Use
Only assigned operators who have completed the required training shall be permitted to operate Armored Vehicles.
d. Expected Life Span
4 to 6 years.
e. Fiscal Impact: Cost
This Armored Vehicle was obtained from LESO at no cost to the general fund.
Annual maintenance cost is approximately $1,000.
f. Training:
In-house training is required to operate the Armored Vehicle. g. Legal and Procedural Rules
This Armored Vehicle is utilized in accordance with the California Vehicle Code.
2. Command and Control Vehicles: Facilitate the operational control and direction of public safety units.
a. Description, quantity, and capabilities
2009 36' Eagle Command Post, equipped with shelving, mounted generator power source, work stations and related equipment for responding and handling large and small incidents. Quantity not to exceed 1. b. Purpose
To be used in fire emergencies, search and rescue operations, extended crime scenes, large public events and for extended remote projects or trainings. c. Authorized Use
Only assigned operators who have completed the required training shall be permitted to operate the Mobile Command Post.
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d. Expected Life Span
5 to 7 years.
e. Fiscal Impact; Cost
The Riverside County Sheriffs Department donated the Mobile Command Post. Initial costs include approximately $3,000 for decals, supplies and safety inspection. Annual maintenance cost is approximately $2,000. f. Training
All authorized operators will complete in-house training on the operation of the Mobile Command Post.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules
The Mobile Command Post is utilized in accordance with the California Vehicle Code.
3. Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS): An unmanned aircraft along with the associated equipment necessary to control it remotely.
a. Description, quantity, and capabilities
(i) DJI Mavic 2 Enterprise Advanced. Quantity not to exceed 6. (ii) DJI Matrice 30T. Quantity not to exceed 4.
b. Purpose
To be deployed when its view would assist officers or incident commanders with the following situations, which include but are not limited to:
(i) major collision investigations.
(ii) search for missing persons.
(iii) natural disaster management.
(iv) crime scene photography.
for fire response and/or prevention.
c. Authorized Use
Only assigned operators who have completed the required training shall be permitted to operate any UAS during approved missions.
d. Expected Life Span
Approximately 3 to 5 years.
e. Fiscal Impact; Cost
(i) DJI Mavic 2 Enterprise Advanced - Initial cost of approximately $10,000 per unit.
(i) DJI Matrice 30T - Initial cost of approximately $21,000 per unit. The Blythe Police Department is seeking grant funding from the California State Parks Division of Boating and Waterways for this purchase, such that the purchase will be at no cost to the general fund.
(il) Annual maintenance and battery replacement cost is approximately $3,000 per unit.
Training
All Blythe Police Department UAS operators are licensed by the Federal Aviation Administration for UAS operation. In addition, each operator must attend a 40-hour Department training and ongoing quarterly training.
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g. Legal and Procedural Rules
FAA Regulation 14 CFR Part 107 and the Blythe Police Department's UAS Policy. UAS are used only for official law enforcement purposes, and in a manner that respects the privacy of our community, pursuant to State and Federal law.
4. Firearms
a. Description, quantity, and capabilities
(i) Colt enhanced patrol rifles. These rifles are capable of both long distance and close defensive fire and will only be used to preserve life. Quantity not to exceed 35.
(i) B&T 9mm select fire rifles. Quantity not to exceed 8. (iii) 9mm Glock 18 pistol. Quantity not to exceed 2.
(iv) Remington 870 Shotguns, converted to less lethal with green stocks for identification purposes. Quantity not to exceed 15.
b. Purpose
To be deployed by patrol officers in tactical or other public safety and life preservation missions.
c. Authorized Use
Only assigned peace officers who have completed the required training shall be permitted to deploy these firearms.
d. Expected Life Span
8 to 15 years.
e. Fiscal Impact; Cost
The Colt rifles were obtained with trade-in credit at no cost to the City's general fund. The 9mm rifles will be obtained with trade-in credit, other law enforcement donations or asset forfeiture funds and will have no cost to the City's general fund. The 9mm Glock 18 pistols will be obtained through a donation. Annual maintenance cost for all firearms is approximately $2,500. f. Training
All Blythe Police Department members assigned to deploy these firearms in the course of duty shall have completed a 16-hour training course presented by POST-certified Range Instructors who are currently employed by the Blythe Police Department.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules
The Blthe Police Department utilizes firearms only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law, including laws regarding the use of force.
5. Ammunition
a. Description, quantity, and capabilities
CTS Model 2581 Super Sock Bean Bag Rounds or similar product. Quantity not to exceed 1,000 rounds.
b. Purpose
Beanbag rounds are used in converted shotguns and may be deployed to impact subjects who demonstrate assaultive or life-threatening behavior.
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Beanbag rounds may also be used to control an actively resistive subject reasonably believed to possess or have immediate access to a deadly weapon.
The main objectives that officers attempt to achieve in using a beanbag round on a subject exhibiting any of the criteria mentioned above are to effect investigative detention or arrest; control a subject who is in lawful custody; prey or an escape; or protact the officer, the subject, or another person from c. Authorized Use
Only officers that have been trained by POST-certified, Less-Lethal instructors shall be permitted to use bean bag rounds.
d. Expected Life Span
2 years.
e. Fiscal Impact; Cost
$7.00 per round.
f. Training
Assigned officers are required to complete training provided by POST-certified, Less-Lethal instructors.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules
The Blythe Police Department utilizes less lethal beanbag rounds only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law, including laws regarding the use of force.
6. Breaching Apparatuses
a. Description, quantity, and capabilities
(i) Remington 870 Shotgun with breaching type barrel. Provides option to gain forced entry during legal service of search warrant or exigent circumstances. Quantity not to exceed 1.
(i) Defense Technology Breaching Rounds or similar product. Quantity not to exceed 100 rounds.
b. Purpose
Used for forced entry during the execution of a search warrant or in exigent circumstances.
c. Authorized Use
Operation of this device is only authorized in the service of a lawful search warrant or in other exigent circumstances by authorized operators. d. Expected Life Span
10 years.
e. Fiscal Impact; Cost
Initial cost of $40 to convert existing inventory. Maintenance costs included among annual firearm maintenance costs.
Authorized operators complete in-house training on the operation of the breaching apparatus.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules
The Blythe Police Department utilizes breaching tools only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law.
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7. Flash Bang Grenades
a. Description, quantity, and capabilities
Defense Technology Non-Reloadable Distraction Device. Quantity not to exceed 15.
Used to create a diversion to support high risk entries in police operations. c. Authorized Use
Only assigned officers who have completed the required training shall be permitted to operate flash bang grenades.
d. Expected Life Span
2 years.
e. Fiscal Impact: Cost
Initial cost of approximately $100 per unit.
f. Training
Training on proper method of deployment is included as part of SWAT training. g. Legal and Procedural Rules
ATF regulates the sale and storage of distraction devices. The Blythe Police Department utilizes flash bang grenades only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law.
8. Pepper Ball Carbines and Pepper Balls
a. Description, quantity, and capabilities
(i) Pepper ball guns provide a non-lethal force option to reduce the need for lethal force. Quantity not to exceed 4.
(ii) Pepper balls are filled with oleoresin capsicum (OC). The pepper ball delivery system combined chemical agent exposure with kinetic energy impact to aid in its effectiveness. Quantity not to exceed 1,000. b. Purpose
Pepper Ball Carbines are one of our non-lethal options when stopping violent persons, dispersing large crowds and stopping attacks buy uncontrolled animals.
Only assigned peace officers who have completed the required training shall d. Experted Lit Soperate Pepper Ball Carbines.
and $800 for the pepper balls. Maintenance costs are approximately $1,500 annually.
f. Training
Training on proper methods of deployment is provided to all peace officers employed by the Blythe Police Department.
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9. Legoland no seduras restrict the use of Pepper Ball Carbines for police service, the Blythe Police Department adheres to Department policies and proper methods of deployment.
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ATTACHMENT B
MILITARY EQUIPMENT LIST-EQUIPMENT OWNED BY OTHER AGENCIES Military Equipment Use
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MILITARY EQUIPMENT LIST-EQUIPMENT OWNED BY OTHER AGENCIES • Unmanned, remotely piloted powered aerial or ground vehicles • Search and locate reported missing children or at-risk adults • Search and rescue operations to locate lost or injured hikers A law enforcement specific application involving Aerial drones are used for open terrain or large field searches as a force-multiplier to assist in high-risk apprehensions of armed or violent suspects. Aerial drones can be used as an interior search tool to locate suspects barricaded inside a residence or commercial structure.
A tracked armored vehicle remotely piloted for use in explosive ordinance disposal Unmanned robotics have numerous applications and are used instead of personnel in high-risk environments to increase safety for law enforcement • Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) Vehicle
• The MRAP is a large ballistic armored rescue vehicle which can be used for a number of critical situations. It can be deployed for aid during search warrant services as well as rescue missions to include civilians, officers, and hostage situations with seating for 10 adults
The MRAP is primarily used in open desert areas; however, it can be used in any dangerous weather condition with the ability of extreme off-road capabilities. The MRAP is also used for large parcel outdoor illegal marijuana grow enforcement.
The MRAP has 4X4 capability and able to transport or evacuate victims in a flood, fire or other natural disaster. Operation requires a Class "B" driver's license • Armored vehicles
• Inventory includes four (4) LENCO Ballistic Engineered Armored Response Counter-Attack Trucks (BEAR-CATS). The BEAR-CATS, or rescue vehicles, are primarily used during high-risk tactical enforcement operations, officer rescues, and vehicle borne interventions. Additional deployments are used during criminal unrest and riots. Rescue vehicles provide ballistic safety during containment and apprehension of armed violent suspects
• Rescue vehicle for on-campus active shooter incidents to rescue injured victims • 4X4 capability to transport or evacuate victims in a flood, fire or other natural disaster
• BOMB-CAT bullet resistant rescue vehicle provisioned with a front mounted water cannon. BOMB-CAT use is for tactical operations and explosive ordinance mitigation and fire suppression
Rescue vehicles provide numerous safety capabilities for law enforcement, victim rescues, and overall community safety
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• Vehicles with breaching or entry apparatus attachable • BEAR-CAT vehicles have attachable metal booms that can be used for breaching structures, fences, or ramming objects during high-risk incidents, to include active shooter incidents on school grounds or buildings
• TAC-CAT vehicles have a tracked bullet resistant caterpillar tractor driven and deployed during high-risk and tactical operations with various hydraulic boom attachments including claw, chemical agent dispersal box and ram extension • Non-handheld battering rams, slugs, and breaching apparatuses that are explosive in nature
• Explosive breaching tools
• Avon frangible shotgun ammunition is used to breach doors and points of entry on fortified doors or structures. The rounds are used to impact door hinges, doorknobs and locks
• Assault weapons defined under PC 30510 & PC 30515
• Inventory includes AR style rifles that function at full and semi-automatic capability (fully automatic rifles are only assigned to SWAT personnel) Semi-automatic Benelli shotguns
• Increased accuracy and precision at long range distances • Currently used by most law enforcement agencies across the nation • Flashbang grenades
• Light Sound Diversionary Device (LSDD-"Flashbangs") are used to minimize risk to all parties through the temporary distraction or disorientation of armed and violent suspects that pose significant danger to the deputies and community. The effects of the LSDD reduce a suspect's reactionary capabilities and allow for momentary disorientation which creates a tactical advantage. LSDD is a hand delivered device and generally deployed on the exterior of structures Provides a humane fright to aggressive dogs that pose a threat to deputies • Explosive breaching tools are used to breach fortified structures to establish a point of entry. Explosive charges are fashioned to produce little to no fragmentation at the time of detonation. Explosive breaching effectively reduces the time spent overcoming a fortified door or structure. The reduction in time mitigating a hardened structure increases officer safety and the element of surprise. Blast injuries are reduced by using low yield explosives that mechanically overcome door frames and locking mechanisms. Explosive breaching mandates extensive schooling and certification processes
• Tear gas
• Chemical agents are deployed through various means to include hand delivery and weapon launchable, such as pepper ball. Munitions are either 37mm or 40mm caliber, shotgun ferret rounds or cannister shotgun launched ordinance. Hand delivered chemical agents are placed in metal burn boxes to reduce fire hazards Military Equipment Use
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• Water cannon
• The BOMB-CAT bullet resistant rescue vehicle is provisioned with a front mounted water cannon. BOMB-CAT use is for tactical operations, explosive ordinance mitigation and fire suppression
• Long Range Acoustic Device (LRAD)
• LRAD is an acoustic hailing device used for emitting amplified public announcements during search warrant services, barricaded suspects, or tactical operations. The loud audible technology ensures broadcasted announcements are loud and clear while offering advantages over less amplified patrol car PA systems.
The LRAD can also be used for public announcements or safety advisements during natural disasters or evacuations
• The larger LRAD 1000 system is portable and can be used for criminal unrest and rioting to provide clear dispersal orders for unlawful assembly • Command and control vehicles built or modified to facilitate the operational control and direction of public safety units
• Command vehicles are built in various platforms to include ½ ton pickup chassis, vans, trailers, and RV style configurations. Vehicles are built to better assist in command and control during law enforcement operations, natural disasters, and public safety issues. Vehicles are designed with additional communication abilities, computers, white boards, lighting, generators, and mission essential supplies • 40mm projectile launchers
• Less lethal 40mm launchers and rubber projectile munitions are configured for high and low energy impact. Munitions have the additional benefit as a barrier round for breaking vehicle and residential glass so that chemical munitions can be deployed. 40mm less lethal has been effective in disarming. violent suspects, armed suspects, and subjects who are suicidal with minimal injury and risk to the person, law enforcement or the public
• Bean bag launchers
• Less lethal bean bags are utilized through a marked/orange colored easily identifiable less lethal shotgun. The bean bag round is a small led pellet filled munition made of high-density cloth. The bean bag is the predecessor to 40mm less lethal having similar benefits as other less lethal platforms • Rubber projectile launchers
• Sting ball grenade launches.38 caliber rubber projectiles and are hand delivered.
Generalized use in a tactical operation is infrequent in use and deployment. Search warrants, violent combative subjects, or hostage rescue scenarios are criteria for consideration and use against suspects. Sting balls have a greater application in a Jail Corrections Environment.
• 40mm and 37 mm launchers capable of deploying rubber projectile munitions. An effective less lethal tool used routinely with success
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Quantities
Type of Equipment Quantity
Unmanned, remotely piloted, powered aerial or ground vehicles 49 Mine-resistant ambush-protected (MRAP) vehicles or armored personnel carriers 5 Tracked armored vehicles that provide ballistic protection to their occupants and utilize a tracked system instead of wheels for forward motion 1 Command and control vehicles that are either built or modified to facilitate the operational control and direction of public safety units 6 Weaponized aircraft, vessels, or vehicles of any kind
Battering rams, slugs, and breaching apparatuses that are explosive in nature (items designed to remove a lock, such as bolt cutters, or a handheld ram designed to be operated by one person, are specifically excluded) Firearms of .50 caliber or greater (standard issue shotguns are specifically excluded) 1
Ammunition of .50 caliber or greater (standard issue shotgun ammunition is specifically excluded) 300
Specialized firearms and ammunition of less than 50 caliber, including assault weapons as defined in Sections 30510 and 30515 of the Penal Code (except for standard issue service weapons and ammunition of less than 50 caliber) 95 Any firearm or firearm accessory that is designed to launch explosive projectiles "Flashbang" grenades and explosive breaching tools, "tear gas," and "pepper balls" (excluding standard, service-issued handheld pepper spray) 157 Taser Shockwave, microwave weapons, water cannons, and the Long-Range Acoustic Device (LRAD) 3
The following projectile launch platforms and their associated munitions: 40mm projectile launchers, "bean bag," rubber bullet, and specialty impact munition (SIM) weapons 62/41104
Any other equipment as determined by a governing body or a state agency to require additional oversight 0
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