State of California
DEPARTMENT OF CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL
GRANT AGREEMENT - Page 1
Award Number
30799
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1. GRANT TITLE
FY26/27 CTFGP Law Enforcement – Hercules Police Department
2. NAME OF ORGANIZATION/AGENCY
Hercules Police
3. ORGANIZATION/AGENCY SECTION TO ADMINISTER GRANT
Hercules Police Admin.
4. PROJECT PERFORMANCE PERIOD
From: 07/01/2026 To: 06/30/2027
5. PURCHASE ORDER NUMBER
6. GRANT OPPORTUNITY INFORMATION DESCRIPTION
Law Enforcement grants provide financial assistance to allied agencies for the education, prevention, and the enforcement of laws related to driving under the influence of alcohol and other drugs, including cannabis and cannabis products.
The intent of the program is to educate the public regarding the dangers of impaired driving, enforce impaired driving laws on the roadway, and improve the Organization/Agency’s effectiveness through training and development of new strategies.
7. FUNDS ALLOCATED UNDER THIS GRANT AGREEMENT SHALL NOT EXCEED $126,000.00
8. TERMS AND CONDITIONS
The Grantee agrees to complete the Project, as described in the Project Description. The Grantee’s Grant Application, and the California Code of Regulations, Title 13, Division 2, Chapter 13, Sections 1890.00- 1890.27, are hereby incorporated into this Grant Agreement by reference.
The parties hereto agree to comply with the Terms and Conditions of the following attachments:
• Schedule A – Project Description, Problem Statement, Goals and Objectives, and Method of Procedure • Schedule B – Detailed Budget Estimate
• Schedule B-1 – Budget Narrative
We, the officials named below, hereby swear, under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California, that we are duly authorized to legally bind the Grant recipient to the above-described Grant Terms and Conditions.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, this Grant Agreement is executed by the parties hereto.
9. APPROVAL SIGNATURES
A. AUTHORIZED OFFICIAL OF ORGANIZATION/AGENCY
Name: Dwayne Collard
Title: Commander
Phone: (510) 799-8267
Address: 111 Civic Drive
Hercules, CA 94547
E-Mail: [email protected]
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B. AUTHORIZED OFFICIAL OF CHP
Name: Elliotte Johnson Phone: (916) 843-4360
Title: Captain Fax: (916) 322-3169
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ddress: 601 North 7th Street
Sacramento, CA 95811
E-Mail: [email protected]
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C. ACCOUNTING OFFICER OF CHP
Name: M. V. Fojas Phone: (916) 843-3531
Title: Commander Fax: (916) 322-3159
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ddress: 601 North 7th Street
Sacramento, CA 95811
E-Mail: [email protected]
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10. AUT HORIZED FINANCIAL CONTACT TO RECEIVE
REIMBURSEMENT PAYMENTS
Name: Edwin Gato
Title: Finance Director
Phone: (510) 799-8267
Address: 111 Civic Drive
Hercules, CA 94547
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Grantee shall comply with the California Code of Regulations, Title 13, Division 2, Chapter 13 Section 1890, et seq. and all other Terms and Conditions noted in this Grant Agreement. Failure by the Grantee to comply may result in the termination of this Grant Agreement by the California Highway Patrol (hereafter referred to as State). The State will have no obligation to reimburse the Grantee for any additional costs once the Grant Agreement has been terminated.
A. EXECUTION
1. The State (the California Highway Patrol) hereby awards, to the Grantee, the sum of money stated on page one of this Grant Agreement. This funding is awarded to the Grantee to carry out the Project set forth in the Project Description and the terms and conditions set forth in this Grant Agreement.
2. The funding for this Grant Agreement is allocated pursuant to California Revenue and Taxation Code Section 34019(f)(3)(B). The Grantee agrees that the State’s obligation to pay any sum under this Grant Agreement is contingent upon availability of funds disbursed from the California Cannabis Tax Fund to the State. If there is insufficient funding, the State shall have the option to either: 1) terminate this Grant Agreement; whereby, no party shall have any further obligations or liabilities under this Grant Agreement, or 2) negotiate a Grant Agreement Amendment to reduce the grant award and scope of work to be provided under this Grant Agreement.
3. The Grantee is not to commence or proceed with any work in advance of receiving notice that the Grant Agreement is approved. Any work performed by the Grantee in advance of the date of approval by the State shall be deemed volunteer work and will not be reimbursed by the State.
4. The Grantee agrees to provide any additional funding, beyond what the State has agreed to provide, pursuant to this Grant Agreement, and necessary to complete or carry out the Project, as described in this Grant Agreement. Any modification or alteration of this Grant Agreement, as set forth in the Grant Application submitted by the Grantee and on file with the State, must be submitted in writing thirty (30) calendar days in advance to the State for approval.
5. The Grantee agrees to complete the Project within the timeframe indicated in the Project Performance Period, which is on page one of this Grant Agreement.
B. PROJECT ADMINISTRATION
1. The Grantee shall submit all reimbursements, progress, performance, and/or other required reports concerning the status of work performed in furtherance of this Grant Agreement on a quarterly basis, or as requested by the State.
2. The Grantee shall provide the State with a final report showing all Project expenditures, which includes all State and any other Project funding expended, within sixty (60) calendar days after completion of this Grant Agreement.
3. The Grantee shall ensure all equipment which is purchased, maintained, operated, and/or developed is available for inspection by the State.
4. Equipment purchased through this Grant Agreement shall be used for the education, prevention, and enforcement of impaired driving laws, unless the Grantee is funding a portion of the purchased price not dedicated to impaired driving and that portion is not part of the Project costs.
Equipment purchased under this Grant Agreement must only be used for approved Project- related purposes, unless otherwise approved by the State in writing.
5. Prior to disposition of equipment acquired under this Grant Agreement, the Grantee shall notify the State via e- mail, and by telephone, by calling the California Highway Patrol, Impaired Driving Section, Cannabis Grants Unit at (916) 843-4360.
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C. PROJECT TERMINATION
1. Grantee or the State may terminate this Grant Agreement at any time prior to the commencement of the Project. Once the Project has commenced, this Grant Agreement may only be terminated if the party withdrawing provides thirty (30) calendar days written notice of their intent to withdraw.
a. If by reason of force majeure the performance hereunder is delayed or prevented, then the term end date may be extended by mutual consent for the same amount of time of such delay or prevention. The term “force majeure” shall mean any fire, flood, earthquake, or public disaster, strike, labor dispute or unrest, embargo, riot, war, insurrection or civil unrest, any act of God, any act of legally constituted authority, or any other cause beyond the Grantee’s control which would excuse the Grantee’s performance as a matter of law.
b. Grantee agrees to provide written notice of an event of force majeure under this Grant Agreement within ten (10) calendar days of the commencement of such event, and within ten (10) calendar days after the termination of such event, unless the force majeure prohibits Grantee from reasonably giving notice within this period. Grantee will give such notice at the earliest possible time following the event of force majeure.
2. Any violations of law committed by the Grantee, misrepresentations of Project information by the Grantee to the State, submission of falsified documents by the Grantee to the State, or failure to provide records by the Grantee to the State when requested for audit or site visit purposes may be cause for termination. If the Project is terminated for the reasons described in this paragraph, the State will have no obligation to reimburse the Grantee for any additional costs once the Grant Agreement has been terminated.
3. The State may terminate this Grant Agreement and be relieved of any payments should the Grantee fail to perform the requirements of this Grant Agreement at the time and in the manner herein provided. Furthermore, the Grantee, upon termination, shall return grant funds not expended by the Grantee as of the date of termination.
4. If this Grant Agreement is terminated, the State may choose to exclude the Grantee from future Grant Opportunities.
D. FINANCIAL RECORDS
1. The Grantee agrees the State, or their designated representative, shall have the right to review and to copy all records and supporting documentation pertaining to the performance of this Grant Agreement. Grantee agrees to maintain such records for possible audit for a minimum of five (5) years after final payment, unless a longer period of records retention is stipulated or required by law. Grantee agrees to allow the auditor(s) access to such records during normal business hours and to allow interviews of any employees who might reasonably have information related to s uch records. Furthermore, the Grantee agrees to include a similar right for the State to audit all records and interview staff in any subcontract related to performance of this Grant Agreement.
E. HOLD HARMLESS
1. The Grantee agrees to indemnify, defend, and save harmless the State, its officials, agents and employees from any and all claims and losses accruing or resulting to any and all Grantee’s staff, contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and other person, firm or corporation furnishing or supplying work services, materials, or supplies in connection with the performance of this Grant Agreement, and from any and all claims and losses accruing or resulting to any person, agency, firm, corporation who may be injured or damaged by the Grantee in performance of this Grant Agreement.
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F. NONDISCRIMINATION
1. The Grantee agrees to comply with State and federal laws outlawing discrimination, including, but not limited to, those prohibiting discrimination because of sex, race, color, ancestry, religion, creed, national origin, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics), sexual orientation, political affiliation, position in a labor dispute, age, marital status, and denial of statutorily-required employment- related leave. (GC 12990 [a-f] and CCR, Title 2, Section 8103.)
G. AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
1. The Grantee assures the State it complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability, as well as all applicable regulations and guidelines issued pursuant to the ADA. (42 U.S.C. 12101 et seq.)
H. DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE
1. The Grantee shall comply with the requirements of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1990 and will provide a drug-free workplace by taking the following actions:
a. Publish a statement notifying employees that unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited and specifying actions to be taken against employees for violations.
b. Establish a Drug-Free Awareness Program to inform employees about:
i. The dangers of drug abuse in the workplace.
ii. The person's or Organization/Agency's policy of maintaining a drug-free workplace.
iii. Any available counseling, rehabilitation, and employee assistance programs.
iv. Penalties that may be imposed upon employees for drug abuse violations.
c. Every employee who works on the Project will:
i. Receive a copy of the company's drug-free workplace policy statement.
ii. Agree to abide by the terms of the company's statement as a condition of employment on the Grant Agreement.
2. Failure to comply with these requirements may result in suspension of payments under this Grant Agreement, or termination of this Grant Agreement, or both, and Grantee may be ineligible for award of any future Grant Agreements if the department determines that any of the following has occurred:
a. The Grantee has made false certification or violated the certification by failing to carry out the requirements, as noted above. (GC 8350 et seq.)
I. LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES
1. All law enforcement Organization/Agency Grantees shall comply with California law regarding racial profiling. Specifically, law enforcement Organization/Agency Grantees shall not engage in the act of racial profiling, as defined in California Penal Code Section 13519.4.
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J. LABOR CODE/WORKERS' COMPENSATION
1. The Grantee is advised and made aware of the provisions which require every employer to be insured against liability for Worker's Compensation or to undertake self-insurance in accordance with the provisions, and Grantee affirms to comply with such provisions before commencing the performance of the work of this Grant Agreement, (refer to Labor Code Section 3700).
K. GRANT APPLICATION INCORPORATION
1. The Grantee agrees the Grant Application and any subsequent changes or additions approved or required by the State is hereby incorporated into this Grant Agreement.
L. STATE LOBBYING
1. The Grantee is advised that none of the funds provided under this Grant Agreement may be used for any activity specifically designed to urge or influence a state or local legislator to favor or oppose the adoption of any specific legislative proposal pending before any state or local legislative body. Such activities include both direct and indirect (e.g., “grassroots”) lobbying activities, with one exception. This does not preclude a state official, whose salary is supported by this Grant Agreement, from engaging in direct communications with the state or local legislative officials, in accordance with customary state and/or local practice.
M. REPRESENTATION AND WARRANTIES
1. The Grantee represents and warrants that:
a. It is validly existing and in good standing under the laws of the State of California, has, or will have the requisite power, authority, licenses, permits, and the like necessary to carry on its business as it is now being conducted and as contemplated in this Grant Agreement, and will, at all times, lawfully conduct its business in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and rules.
b. It is not a party to any Grant Agreement, written or oral, creating obligations that would prevent it from entering into this Grant Agreement or satisfying the terms herein.
c. If the Grantee is a Nonprofit Organization/Agency, it will maintain its “Active” status with the California Secretary of State, maintain its “Current” status with the California Attorney General’s Registry of Charitable Trusts, and maintain its federal and State of California tax - exempt status. If the Grantee subcontracts with a Nonprofit as part of this Grant Agreement, the Grantee shall ensure the Nonprofit will maintain its “Active” status with the California Secretary of State, maintain its “Current” status with the California Attorney General’s Registry of Charitable Trusts, and maintain its federal and State of California tax-exempt status.
d. All of the information in its Grant Application and all materials submitted are true and accurate.
N. AIR OR WATER POLLUTION VIOLATION
1. Under the state laws, the Grantee shall not be: (1) in violation of any order or resolution not subject to review promulgated by the State Air Resources Board or an air pollution control district; (2) subject to cease and desist order not subject to review issued pursuant to Section 13301 of the Water Code for violation of waste discharge requirements or discharge prohibitions; or (3) finally determined to be in violation of provisions of federal law relating to air or water pollution.
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O. GRANTEE NAME CHANGE
1. Grantee agrees to immediately inform the State, in writing, of any changes to the name of the person within the Organization/Agency with delegated signing authority.
2. An Amendment is required to change the Grantee's name, as listed on this Grant Agreement. Upon receipt of legal documentation of the name change, the State will process the Amendment. Payment of invoices presented with a new name cannot be paid prior to approval of said Amendment.
P. RESOLUTION
1. A county, city, district, or other local public body shall provide the State with a copy of a resolution, order, motion, or ordinance of the local governing body, which by law, has authority to enter into a Grant Agreement, authorizing execution of the Grant Agreement.
Q. PAYEE DATA RECORD FORM STD. 204
1. This form shall be completed by all non-governmental Grantees.
R. FINANCIAL INFORMATION SYSTEM FOR CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT AGENCY TAXPAYER ID FORM
1. This form shall be completed by all Grantees.
S. CONFLICT OF INTEREST
1. This section serves to make the Grantee aware of specific provisions related to current or former state employees. If Grantee has any questions regarding the status of any person rendering services or involved with the Grant Agreement, the Grantee shall contact the State (California Highway Patrol, Impaired Driving Section, Cannabis Grants Unit) immediately for clarification.
2. Current State Employees:
a. No officer or employee shall engage in any employment, activity, or enterprise, from which the officer or employee receives compensation or has a financial interest, and which is sponsored or funded by any state agency, unless the employment, activity, or enterprise is required, as a condition of regular state employment.
b. No officer or employee shall contract on their own behalf, as an independent Grantee, with any state agency to provide goods or services.
3. Former State Employees:
a. For the two-year period from the date they left state employment, no former state officer or employee may enter into a contract in which they engaged in any of the negotiations, transactions, planning, arrangements, or any part of the decision-making process relevant to this Grant Agreement while employed in any capacity by any state agency.
b. For the 12-month period from the date they left state employment, no former state officer or employee may enter into a contract with any state agency if they were employed by that state agency in a policy-making position in the same general subject area as the proposed Grant Agreement within the 12-month period prior to their leaving state service.
4. The authorized representative of the Grantee Organization/Agency, named within this Grant Agreement, warrants their Organization/Agency and its employees have no personal or financial interest and no present or past employment or activity, which would be incompatible with
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participating in any activity related to this Grant Agreement. For the duration of this Grant Agreement, the Organization/Agency and its employees will not accept any gift, benefit, gratuity or consideration, or begin a personal or financial interest in a party who is associated with this Grant Agreement.
5. The Grantee Organization/Agency and its employees shall not disclose any financial, statistical, personal, technical, media-related, and/or other information or data derived from this Grant Agreement, made available for use by the State, for the purposes of providing services to the State, in conjunction with this Grant Agreement, except as otherwise required by law or explicitly permitted by the State in writing. The Grantee shall immediately advise the State of any person(s) who has access to confidential Project information and intends to disclose that information in violation of this Grant Agreement.
6. The Grantee will not enter into any Grant Agreement or discussions with third parties concerning materials described in paragraph five (5) prior to receiving written confirmation from the State that such third party has a Grant Agreement with the State, similar in nature to this one.
7. The Grantee warrants that only those employees who are authorized and required to use the materials described in paragraph 5 will have access to them.
8. If the Grantee violates any provisions in the above paragraphs, such action by the Grantee shall render this Grant Agreement void.
T. EQUIPMENT-USE TERMS
1. The Grantee agrees any equipment purchased under this Grant Agreement shall be used for impaired driving efforts.
2. Law Enforcement Projects:
a. Oral Fluid Drug Screening Devices and Cannabis/Marijuana Breath Testing Equipment - The Grantee agrees to ensure all personnel using road-side drug testing equipment, including oral fluid drug testing devices and/or cannabis/marijuana breath testing devices, purchased with grant funds from this Grant Agreement, are trained to recognize alcohol and drug impairment.
At a minimum, personnel using these devices should receive Standardized Field Sobriety Testing training. These personnel are also encouraged to attend Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement and Drug Recognition Evaluator training. Prior to using these devices, the Grantee agrees to obtain permission from their local prosecutor’s office, establish a policy ensuring appropriate use, and require the staff using these devices to receive appropriate training, which may include training from the manufacturer. This will help ensure the equipment is used appropriately. The Grantee shall advise the State (California Highway Patrol, Impaired Driving Section, Cannabis Grants Unit) of any legal challenges or other items of significance that may affect the use or legal acceptance of these devices.
Additionally, the State may request additional information about the performance of these devices, including information about their use, accuracy, and feedback from personnel using the devices.
b. Law Enforcement Vehicles – The Grantee agrees any law enforcement vehicles purchased with Grant funds, from this Grant Agreement, will be primarily used for the enforcement of driving under the influence laws and/or providing public education, related to the dangers of driving under the influence. Additionally, any vehicle purchased using funds from this Grant Agreement shall comply with all California Vehicle Code and California Code of Regulation requirements. The State may require the Grantee to mark these vehicles with a decal and/or emblem, indicating the vehicle is used for driving under the influence enforcement.
Schedule A
Hercules Police
The Grantor determined awards and adjustments based on the Project’s merit, operational scale, compliance with the Request for Application (RFA), and program regulations. Certain activities or budget items proposed in Schedule A may have been deemed ineligible for funding. The final, binding list of authorized activities and expenses is set forth in Schedule B - Detailed Budget Estimate.
Project Description
The Hercules Police Department submits this application for funding under the Cannabis Tax Grant Program to acquire three specialized enforcement vehicles designed to address the escalating public safety crisis of impaired driving in our jurisdiction.
The three vehicles- a Kawasaki Mule off road enforcement vehicle, Ford Explorer patrol vehicle and a Harley Davidson motorcycle, will be deployed exclusively for driving under the influence (DUI) and driving under the influence of drugs (DUID) enforcement operations.
The strategic deployment of these integrated enforcement vehicles will significantly expand our ability to detect and remove impaired drivers from roadways, directly contributing to the reduction of traffic fatalities and injuries caused by alcohol and drug impairment.
Problem Statement
PROBLEM STATEMENT
The Impaired Driving Crisis: Current Need and Scope
California faces an unprecedented public health crisis related to impaired driving. Recent data demonstrates the severity and urgency of this threat:
Drug-Impaired Driving (DUID) - A Growing Threat:
• In 2021, California recorded 751 fatalities directly attributable to drug-involved driving • Of fatally injured drivers tested in California, 52.9% were positive for drugs (legal, prescription, and illegal)
• Drug-involved DUI offenders demonstrate significantly elevated crash risk: they are twice as likely to be involved in crashes following arrest compared to alcohol-focused offenders • Drug-involved offenders are 30% more likely to reoffend, indicating the critical need for enforcement deterrence
• These statistics underscore that drug-impaired driving represents an escalating component of California's overall impaired driving problem
Alcohol-Impaired Driving - Persistent Threat:
• Saturation patrols and DUI checkpoints remain proven, evidence-based enforcement strategies, demonstrating 9-40% reductions in alcohol-related crashes in California • Visible enforcement presence significantly increases perceived risk of apprehension, creating powerful behavioral deterrence
Current Unmet Needs and Operational Gaps
The Hercules Police Department currently faces significant operational limitations in conducting comprehensive DUI/DUID enforcement activities within our jurisdiction:
Limited Off-Road Enforcement Capacity:
The jurisdiction includes rural and off-road areas where impaired drivers operate vehicles, creating significant public safety risks to hikers, day-use visitors, and other community members. The agency currently lacks specialized off-road enforcement equipment to patrol these high-risk zones effectively. This represents a critical enforcement gap where impaired drivers operate with minimal risk of detection.
Schedule A
Insufficient Motorcycle Traffic Enforcement:
The agency's aging motorcycle unit is at the end of its service life. A new motorcycle unit will provide dedicated high-visibility traffic enforcement capacity during peak impaired driving periods. and at documented high-incident locations. The distinctive presence of a motorcycle unit creates enhanced community awareness of DUI enforcement efforts and provides superior mobility for rapid response to impaired driving incidents.
Inadequate Primary Patrol Vehicle Resources:
The current patrol vehicle fleet is insufficient to support simultaneous enforcement operations required to achieve meaningful deterrence and apprehension targets. A dedicated Ford Explorer patrol unit is essential for conducting saturation patrols and checkpoint operations necessary to achieve the enforcement presence required to reduce impaired driving incidents.
Targeted Population and Geographic Area
This project serves the entire Hercules community with particular emphasis on:
• High-Risk Geographic Zones: Limited-access trails and off-road areas with elevated DUI/DUID risks due to terrain characteristics and proximity to recreational users • Underserved Enforcement Areas: Geographic zones currently lacking adequate enforcement resources
• Problem-Identified Neighborhoods: Neighborhoods with documented impaired driving concerns and incident concentration
• Peak Impaired Driving Hours: Thursday through Saturday, 9:00 PM to 3:00 AM (peak DUI/DUID occurrence periods)
Performance Measures/Scope of Work (Proposed Solution)
PERFORMANCE MEASURES / SCOPE OF WORK (Proposed Solution)
Strategic Framework: Evidence-Based Enforcement
This project employs proven, evidence-based enforcement strategies documented in California research to effectively reduce impaired driving incidents and fatalities. The three specialized vehicles create an integrated enforcement ecosystem enabling simultaneous operations across diverse terrain and roadway conditions.
Goal 1: Expand DUI/DUID Enforcement Capacity and Detection
Objective 1.1: Conduct Monthly DUI/DUID Saturation Patrols
Activity: Deploy all three vehicles in coordinated saturation patrols targeting high- incident corridors and peak impaired driving hours (Thursday through Saturday, 9:00 PM to 3:00 AM). All enforcement personnel will be trained in DUI/DUID detection protocols, including standardized field sobriety test (SFST) administration and preliminary screening procedures.
Timeline: Monthly patrols commencing August 2026 through June 2027 (12 months)
Quantitative Measurements:
• Minimum of 2 saturation patrols per month. Patrols will vary, 6-12 hours each. (24 total patrols) • Target 25% increase in DUI arrests compared to same timeframe, previous year • Target 15% increase in DUID arrests compared to same timeframe, previous year • Minimum 50+ traffic contacts per patrol operation
• Target 2+ DUI/DUID arrests per saturation patrol
Justification: Research demonstrates that saturation patrols create high-visibility enforcement presence, significantly increasing perceived risk of apprehension and deterring impaired driving behavior. California evaluations show 9-40% reductions in alcohol-related crashes following saturation patrol implementation. The addition of specialized vehicles enables simultaneous operations across diverse terrain, multiplying enforcement effectiveness.
Schedule A
Objective 1.2: Conduct biyearly DUI/DUID Checkpoints
Activity: Establish and operate DUI/DUID checkpoints at strategically selected locations using all three vehicles to manage traffic flow, conduct preliminary screening, and provide secondary enforcement support.
Checkpoints will be announced in advance to maximize community awareness and behavioral deterrence.
Timeline: Quarterly checkpoints (minimum 1 per quarter) commencing September 2026 through June 2027
Quantitative Measurements:
• Minimum of 2 checkpoints conducted. Checkpoint duration times will vary, 6-10 hours each. • Target 500+ vehicles screened per checkpoint (2,000+ annual screening) • Minimum 6 DUI arrests per checkpoint
• Target 3+ DUID arrests per checkpoint
• Community education materials distributed to 80%+ of screened drivers
Justification: DUI checkpoints are proven enforcement tools that maximize detection of impaired drivers while providing community education and behavioral deterrence. Specialized vehicles enhance operational efficiency, officer safety, and traffic management. The Ford Explorer's capacity enables efficient management of high-volume traffic flow while the motorcycle provides visible enforcement presence.
Objective 1.3: Conduct Off-Road Impaired Driving Enforcement
Activity: Deploy the Kawasaki Mule to patrol off-road areas, parks, and rural locations where impaired drivers operate vehicles outside traditional roadway enforcement. Off-road patrols address a critical enforcement gap in current operations.
Timeline: Bi-monthly patrols commencing July 2026 through June 2027
Quantitative Measurements:
• Minimum of 2 off-road patrols per month. Patrol times will vary, 6-12 hours. (24 total patrols) • Target 10+ contacts/arrests in off-road environments annually • Documentation of previously unreachable enforcement areas now accessible • Community safety improvement in park and recreational areas
Justification: Off-road areas represent a significant enforcement gap where impaired drivers currently operate with minimal detection risk. The Kawasaki Mule enables access to previously unpatrolled areas, increasing enforcement presence, deterrence, and community safety in recreational zones.
Goal 2: Enhance Traffic Enforcement Visibility and Deterrence
Objective 2.1: Increase Motorcycle-Based High-Visibility Traffic Enforcement
Activity: Deploy the Harley Davidson motorcycle for high-visibility traffic enforcement during peak impaired driving hours and at locations with documented DUI/DUID incidents. The distinctive motorcycle profile serves as a visible deterrent to impaired driving.
Timeline: Daily enforcement activities commencing July 2026 through June 2027
Quantitative Measurements:
• Minimum 4 enforcement shifts per week.
• Target 150+ traffic contacts per month (1,800+ annually) • Minimum 6+ DUI arrests per month from motorcycle enforcement • Target 2+ DUID arrests per month from motorcycle enforcement • Enhanced community visibility and perceived enforcement risk
Schedule A
Justification: Motorcycle units provide enhanced visibility and mobility for traffic enforcement, creating a visible deterrent to impaired driving. The Harley Davidson's distinctive profile increases public awareness of DUI/DUID enforcement efforts and provides superior agility for rapid response to impaired driving incidents at high-incident locations.
Objective 2.2: Support DUI/DUID Checkpoint Operations
Activity: Utilize the Ford Explorer as primary checkpoint management vehicle, coordinating traffic flow, managing safety perimeter, providing secondary enforcement support, and managing the checkpoint operation.
Timeline: Integrated into all quarterly checkpoint operations
Quantitative Measurements:
• Deployment in all 4 planned checkpoints
• Support for 2,000+ vehicle screenings annually
• Coordination of checkpoint operations ensuring officer safety and public safety • Efficient traffic management enabling maximum screening capacity
Justification: The Ford Explorer's capacity, utility, and operational flexibility make it ideal for checkpoint operations, enabling efficient management of high-volume traffic while maintaining officer safety and operational effectiveness.
Goal 3: Support Community DUI/DUID Prevention and Education
Objective 3.1: Community Outreach and Awareness
Activity: Utilize the three vehicles as visible platforms for community education events, high school presentations, and public awareness campaigns focused on impaired driving dangers, with particular emphasis on drug-impaired driving risks. The distinctive vehicles serve as mobile education platforms enhancing community engagement.
Timeline: Minimum 2 community events per quarter (8 annually)
Quantitative Measurements:
• Target 500+ community members reached per quarter (2,000+ annually) • Positive feedback from 85%+ of attendees
• Educational materials emphasizing both alcohol and drug impairment distributed • High school presentations on DUI/DUID dangers and consequences • Community awareness of enforcement efforts and public safety commitment
Justification: Visible enforcement presence at community events reinforces messaging about impaired driving consequences while demonstrating agency commitment to traffic safety. Mobile platforms featuring specialized enforcement vehicles enhance visibility and community engagement.
Project Performance Evaluation
PROJECT PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
Comprehensive Evaluation Plan
The Hercules Police Department will employ a rigorous mixed-methods evaluation approach to assess project effectiveness and impact:
Schedule A
Quantitative Metrics:
• DUI arrests and citations (monthly tracking against baseline) • DUID arrests and citations (monthly tracking against baseline) • Vehicles screened at checkpoints (per checkpoint)
• Saturation patrol contacts and arrests (monthly)
• Off-road enforcement contacts and arrests (monthly)
• Traffic citations issued from motorcycle enforcement (monthly) • Comparison of DUI/DUID incident rates pre- and post-implementation • Community survey data on perceived enforcement presence
Qualitative Assessment:
• Officer feedback on vehicle utility and operational effectiveness • Community perception surveys regarding DUI/DUID enforcement visibility • Incident reports and officer safety data
• Sustainability indicators for post-grant period
Monitoring and Reporting Plan
Monthly Reports: Tracking of all quantitative metrics against performance targets; comparison to baseline data
Quarterly Reviews: Comprehensive assessment of progress toward annual goals with mid-course corrections as needed
Annual Report: Comprehensive evaluation of project effectiveness, safety impact, and sustainability planning
Communication Plan
Project results and effectiveness data will be shared with:
Internal Stakeholders:
• Monthly briefings to agency leadership and enforcement personnel • Quarterly updates to command staff
• Ongoing documentation of enforcement activities and outcomes
External Stakeholders:
• Annual community presentation of DUI/DUID enforcement results • Coordination with county traffic safety organizations • Submission of results to California Highway Patrol Cannabis Grants Unit • Sharing of effectiveness data with local government leadership
Program Sustainability
The Hercules Police Department is firmly committed to sustaining the DUI/DUID enforcement initiatives established through this grant beyond the Project Performance Period. The following sustainability plan ensures continuity of efforts and long-term community safety benefits.
Long-Term Sustainability Strategy
Year 1
• Establish baseline DUI/DUID enforcement metrics and document operational effectiveness • Integrate vehicle operations into standard agency patrol protocols • Build community awareness and support for DUI/DUID enforcement initiatives
Year 2
• Transition vehicle operations to agency operational budget using demonstrated cost -benefit analysis • Integrate DUI/DUID enforcement activities into standard patrol assignments • Explore alternative funding sources (local traffic safety grants, county resources, OTS grants) to sustain operations
• Maintain community education and outreach initiatives Schedule A
Funding Transition Plan
The Hercules Police Department has committed to absorbing the following costs post -grant period:
• Vehicle maintenance and repairs: Estimated $1,000 annually for all vehicles (routine maintenance, tire replacement, fluid service)
• Fuel and operational costs: Estimated $4,500 annually
The agency's commitment to traffic safety and documented success in reducing DUI/DUID incidents during the grant period will provide strong justification for sustained local funding allocation. The demonstrated safety impact—measured in lives saved and injuries prevented—creates compelling rationale for continued investment in these enforcement vehicles.
Administrative Support
ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT
Organization/Agency Capacity and Experience
The Hercules Police Department is well-positioned to successfully implement and manage this project:
Grant Management Experience:
The agency has successfully managed numerous prior grant awards, including Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) awards, demonstrating competency in grant compliance, reporting, budget management, and performance tracking.
Personnel and Staffing:
• Project Director: Responsible for overall project coordination, reporting, and grant compliance • Enforcement Personnel: Certified traffic enforcement officers dedicated to DUI/DUID enforcement activities
• Administrative Support: Administrative staff members providing scheduling, reporting, and documentation support
All personnel assigned to this project have received or will receive appropriate training in DUI/DUID detection, enforcement protocols, and grant-funded activity documentation.
Knowledge and Training:
• All enforcement personnel have completed or will complete standardized field sobriety test (SFST) training
• Personnel are certified in DUI checkpoint operations and procedures • ----- to enhance DUID detection capability
• Administrative staff are trained in grant reporting requirements and compliance documentation
Physical Resources:
• Secure vehicle storage and maintenance facilities available for all three vehicles • Administrative office space dedicated to grant project management and reporting • Equipment and technology infrastructure to support performance tracking and reporting Schedule B
Detailed Budget Estimate
Award Number Organization/Agency Total Amount
30799 Hercules Police $126,000.00
Cost Category Line Item Name Total Cost to Grant
Personnel
DUI Checkpoint $24,000.00
DUI Saturation Patrol $12,000.00
Category Sub-Total $36,000.00
Equipment
DUI Patrol Vehicle - SUV (Includes Outfitting
& Decals) $90,000.00
Category Sub-Total $90,000.00
Grant Total $126,000.00
Schedule B-1
Budget Narrative
Hercules Police
Prior to engaging in grant-funded Saturation Patrols, DUI Checkpoints, or other enforcement activities in areas where the grantee does not have primary traffic jurisdiction, the grantee should consult with the agency having primary traffic jurisdiction.
Personnel
DUI Saturation Patrol
$12,000.00
Enforcement Actions:
4 Saturation Patrols
2 Officers ($150/HR) X 10 hours each X 4 operations = $12,000 Rates include benefits.
DUI Checkpoint
$24,000.00
Enforcement Actions:
2 Checkpoints:
8 Officer ($150/HR) X 10 hours X 2 operations = $24,000 Rates include benefits.
Equipment
DUI Patrol Vehicle - SUV (Includes Outfitting & Decals) $90,000.00
DUI/DUID patrol vehicle 1@ $60,000 + outfitting $30,000 = $90,000 for checkpoint and DUI and DUID saturation patrols.
*NOTE: CGU WILL ONLY COVER 1 YEAR RADIO ESSENTIAL SERVICE- AGENCY IS RESPONSIBLE FOR
REMAINING WARRANTY COSTS