Attachment 1
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-17
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CORONADO, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A MILITARY USE
POLICY FOR POLICE SERVICES
WHEREAS, April 2, 2024, the City Council of the City of Coronado accepted the annual report and approves the military equipment use policy by means of a resolution in compliance with Assembly Bill 481 (AB 481) (Government Code sections 7071 et. seq.); and
WHEREAS, Coronado Police Policy 706 sets forth a military equipment use policy that is consistent with the Police Department's current practices, has been posted on the Department's website for at least thirty (30) days, complies with all the requirements of AB 481, will ensure ongoing regulation and compliance with the law going forward and will provide a means of community engagement and transparency regarding use of military equipment by the Department; and
WHEREAS, authorizing the use of military equipment as set forth in Coronado Police Policy 706 is necessary because there is no reasonable alternative that can achieve the same objective of officer and civilian safety. The acquisition and use of military equipment, as set forth in Coronado Police Policy 706, is part of the Police Department's overall approach to critical incident management, the use of force, de-escalation, and public safety. The equipment will enable department members to properly respond to both planned and unplanned events efficiently and effectively; and WHEREAS, Coronado Police Policy 706 will safeguard the public's welfare, safety, civil rights, and civil liberties by ensuring required reporting, the opportunity for community engagement and feedback, and transparency and oversight regarding the acquisition and use of the specified military equipment in the City of Coronado; and WHEREAS, for the equipment purchases set forth in the annual report, the equipment is reasonably cost effective compared to available alternatives that can achieve the same objective of officer and civilian safety.
WHEREAS, prior military equipment used by the Coronado Police Department complied with the military equipment use policy that was in effect at the time of the use.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Coronado as follows:
1. That the City Council of the City of Coronado hereby adopts and approves the findings set forth above in support of this Resolution.
2. That the City Council hereby approves Coronado Police Policy 706 and annual report attached hereto as Exhibit A.
Attachment 1
PASSED, ADOPTED, AND APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Coronado, California, at a regular meeting thereof this Second day of April 2024 by the following vote to wit:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
APPROVED:
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RICHARD BAILEY, Mayor of the City of
Coronado, California
ATTEST:
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KELSEA HOLIAN, City Clerk of the City
of Coronado, California
Military Equipment Use
2023 ANNUAL REPORT
CORONANDO POLICE DEPARTMENT
Captain Dustin Külling
February 23, 2024
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Exhibit A
Compliance Requirements
Adoption of a Military Equipment Use Ordinance and Policy As required by Government Code § 7071, the Coronado Police Department obtained approval from the City Council authorizing the use of certain military equipment through the City Council’s adoption of CMC 3.68.030 (Ord. 2022.01§ 3, 2022).
The City Council’s approval remains effective for a period of one year, during which approval may be revoked, extended, renewed, modified, or amended by resolution of the City Council.
At least annually after initial approval, the City Council will review this section and related resolutions. The City Council may, by resolution, make amendments, modifications, or revisions to the military equipment use policy adopted by the Coronado Police Department
Publishing the Policy
Coronado Police Department Policy 706 was adopted and published in January 2022.
Annual Report
Government Code §7072 requires the Coronado Police Department (CPD) to seek and obtain city Council approval for future acquisition and funding of new military equipment.
Additionally, the CPD must provide the City Council and the public with an annual military equipment report for each type of military equipment approved by the City Council to ensure the Coronado Police Department adheres to policy and the city ordinance.
The annual report shall contain:
• A summary of how the military equipment was used and the purpose of its use. • A summary of any complaints or concerns received concerning the military equipment, the results of any internal audits, any information about violation of the military use policy, and any actions taken in response. • 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.
• The quantity possessed for each type of military equipment. • If the law enforcement agency intends to acquire additional military equipment in the next year, the quantity sought for each type of equipment.
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Exhibit A
Current Inventory
Item Quantity
Command Van One (1)
A mobile office that provides shelter, access to Police Department computer systems, police radios, and telephones on extended events.
Manufacturer’s Description, Quantity, Capabilities, and Purchase Cost Freightliner Chassis (custom built) vehicle, cost: $193,070.00. The CV can also be utilized for critical incidents, preplanned large events, searching for missing persons, natural disasters, and community events.
Purpose
To be used based on the specific circumstances of a given critical incident, large event, natural disaster, or community event that is taking place.
Authorized Use
The CV shall be used by officers trained in their deployment and in a manner consistent with department policy and training.
Lifespan
The CV has a 15–20-year lifespan on chassis and vehicle structure. Upgrades are needed every three to four years to maintain IT systems.
Fiscal Impact
The annual maintenance cost is approximately $3,000.00.
Training
The driver/operator shall receive training in the safe handling of the vehicle on a closed training course. Once the operator has shown competence in vehicle handling, the driver/operator will drive the vehicle throughout the city with an experienced driver.
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Exhibit A
Legal and Procedural Rules
The CV is only to be used for official law enforcement purposes, and in accordance with California State law regarding the operation of motor vehicles.
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Exhibit A
Item Quantity
Field Supervisor
Vehicle
Two (2)
A vehicle that is used to facilitate the operational control and direction of public safety units.
Manufacturer's Description, Quantity, Capabilities, and Purchase Cost One (1) 2019 and one (1) 2022 Chevrolet (custom built) vehicle, cost: $115,000.00 each vehicle, quantity: 2. The FSV is primarily utilized for day-to-day patrol operations, critical incidents, preplanned large events, and searching for missing persons and natural disasters.
Purpose
To be used based on the specific circumstances of a given critical incident, large event, natural disaster, or community event that is taking place.
Authorized Use
The FSV shall be used by officers trained in their deployment and in a manner consistent with department policy and training.
The FSV has a ten to twelve-year lifespan on chassis and vehicle structure.
Fiscal Impact
The annual maintenance cost is approximately $3,000.00.
Training
The driver/operator shall receive training in the safe handling and operation of the vehicle from an experienced operator before use.
Legal and Procedural Rules
The FSV is only to be used for official law enforcement purposes and in accordance with California State law regarding the operation of motor vehicles.
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Exhibit A
Item Quantity
40 mm launchers and
rounds
Twelve (12)
40MM Launchers are utilized by department personnel as a less lethal tool to launch impact rounds.
Manufacturer's Description, Quantity, Capabilities, and Purchase Cost Defense Technology, 40mm Single Shot launcher, #1425; cost: $1000 each, quantity: 12.
The 40mm Single Launcher is a tactical single-shot launcher that features an adjustable stock and an adjustable Integrated Front Grip (IFG) with light rail. It will fire standard 40mm less lethal ammunition, up to 4.8 inches in cartridge length. It will launch a 40mm less lethal round up to 131 feet and is only authorized to be used by trained personnel.
Defense Technology, 40mm Exact Impact Sponge, #6325; cost: $24 each, quantity: 100.
A less lethal 40mm lightweight plastic and foam projectile fired from a single shot 40mm grenade launcher with a rifled barrel at 325 FPS. The 30-gram foam projectile delivers 120 ft/lbs. of energy on impact. The 40mm Exact Impact Sponge Round provides accurate and effective performance when fired from the approved distance of not less than five (5) feet and as far as 131 feet from the target.
Defense Technology, 40mm Direct impact OC, #6320, cost: $30 each, quantity: 5.
A less lethal 40mm lightweight plastic and crushable foam projectile fired from a single shot 40mm grenade launcher with a rifled barrel at 295 FPS. The 39-gram crushable foam projectile delivers 120 ft/lbs. of energy upon impact in addition to the dispersion of 5 grams of OC irritant. The 40mm Direct Impact OC (Oleoresin Capsicum aka "Pepper Spray") Round provides accurate and effective performance when fired from the approved distance of not less than five (5) feet and as far as 120 feet from the target.
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Exhibit A
Purpose
To limit the escalation of conflict where employment of lethal force may not be authorized, or other force options may be ineffective.
Authorized Use
Situations for use of the less lethal weapon systems may include, but are not limited to:
• Self-destructive, dangerous, and/or combative individuals • To control riotous, violent criminal unrest incidents • Circumstances where a tactical advantage can be obtained. Potentially vicious animals • Training or approved demonstrations
Training
Sworn members utilizing 40mm less-lethal chemical agents or impact rounds are trained in their use by POST-certified less-lethal instructors.
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Exhibit A
Item Quantity
Patrol Rifles Colt: 30*
Bushmaster: 13
Daniel Defense: 1
Stag Arms: 1
Mega: 1
Smith/Wesson: 1*
A Colt and a Smith & Wesson patrol rifle
were converted to be used with Simunition
for training.
Guns that are fired from shoulder level and have a long spirally grooved barrel intended to make bullets spin and thereby have greater accuracy over a long distance.
Colt, Bushmaster, Daniel Defense, Stag Arms, Smith and Wesson, and Mega 223 caliber Patrol Rifles, cost $1,000 each, quantity: 47.
Gold Dot ® Duty Rifle Ammunition 223 Rem. (5.56x45mm), cost: $170 per case of 500, quantity: 8,000.
SPEER LE® Gold Dot® Duty Rifle brings proven bullet technology to the rifle platform. The Gold Dot® bullet was the first high-performance, bonded-core bullet available in handgun ammunition and has since set the bar for duty ammunition.
Purpose
To be used as precision weapons to address a threat consistent with Coronado Police Department policy 300 with more precision and/or greater distances than a handgun, if present and feasible.
Authorized Use
Only members who POST-certified instructors train are authorized to use a rifle.
Lifespan
No expiration: patrol rifles are repaired/replaced as needed.
Fiscal Impact
Annual maintenance is approximately $50 for each rifle.
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Exhibit A
Training
Prior to using a rifle, officers must be certified by POST instructors in the operation of the rifle.
Additionally, all members who operate any rifle are required to pass a range qualification once a year.
Legal and Procedural Rules
Use is established under department policy 305. It is the policy of the Coronado Police Department to utilize rifles only for official law enforcement purposes and pursuant to State and Federal law, including regarding the use of force.
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Exhibit A
Equipment usage for 2023
January 14, 2023
A Field Supervisor Vehicle was used as a command post on Pomona Avenue to assist the Fire Department with a structure fire.
March 22, 2023
A Field Supervisor Vehicle was used as a command post on Silver Strand Blvd. to coordinate negotiations with a suicidal person in a vehicle. The San Diego Sheriff’s Department responded to this scene with a helicopter and provided air support. The Chula Vista Police Department assisted with their K-9 unit. The suicidal person was found to be in possession of a handgun. During the incident, one officer deployed a patrol rifle, and one officer deployed a 40mm launcher. No shots were fired from the patrol rifle or the 40mm launcher.
April 7, 2023
A Field Supervisor Vehicle was used as a command post on C Avenue to coordinate the evacuation of several residences due to a gas leak.
June 21, 2023
A Field Supervisor Vehicle was used as a command post on Balboa Avenue to coordinate the evacuation of several residences due to a gas leak.
July 1, 2023
A Field Supervisor Vehicle was used as a command post on Coronado Cays Blvd to coordinate the search for a missing juvenile.
October 11, 2023
The Command Van was used as a command post on H Avenue to coordinate an investigation involving potential explosive material at a residence. The San Diego Sheriff’s Department EOD team also assisted with this incident.
November 16, 2023
A Field Supervisor vehicle was used as a command post on 200 Ocean Boulevard to coordinate the negotiation efforts with a felony suspect on a boat that washed ashore. The San Diego Harbor Police Department also assisted during this incident and deployed a drone to get observation on the felony suspect. The San Diego Sheriff’s Department also assisted during this incident by providing their Crisis Negotiations Team to establish communications with the suspect. The US Navy DOD Police also assisted during this incident and had a K-9 unit on the scene, but the K-9 was not deployed. Due to the felony suspect being armed with a knife, two officers deployed 40mm launchers, and one officer deployed a patrol rifle. One officer fired a single “blue nose” sponge round, which struck the suspect but had no effect. No other rounds were fired from the 40mm launcher, and no rounds were fired from the patrol rifle.
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Exhibit A
Request for Authorization to Use Additional Military Equipment Government Code § 7071 requires the Coronado Police Department to receive approval from the City Council prior to acquiring military equipment either permanently or temporarily, including by borrowing or leasing.
The Coronado Police Department is requesting approval for the following:
• Government Code §7070(c)(14) indicates that 40mm projectile launchers and associated munitions require City Council approval. As indicated, the Coronado Police Department currently has twelve (12) launchers in inventory. The Coronado Police Department requests approval from the City Council to acquire four (4) additional 40mm projectile launchers. Granting this request will allow assignment to each patrol vehicle, ensuring less-lethal tools are readily available for field use.
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Exhibit A