State of California
DEPARTMENT OF CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL
GRANT AGREEMENT - Page 1
Award Number
30864 ________________________________________________________________
1. GRANT TITLE
FY26/27 CTFGP Law Enforcement - Laguna Beach Police Department
2. NAME OF ORGANIZATION/AGENCY
Laguna Beach Police Department
3. ORGANIZATION/AGENCY SECTION TO ADMINISTER GRANT
Laguna Beach Police Department/Traffic Bureau
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 $475,800.00
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: Thomas Spratt
Title: Sergeant
Phone: (949) 422-1199
Address: 505 Forest Avenue
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
E-Mail: [email protected]
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(Signature) (Date)
B. AUTHORIZED OFFICIAL OF CHP
Name: Elliotte Johnson Phone: (916) 843-4360
Title: Captain Fax: (916) 322-3169
Address: 601 North 7th Street
Sacramento, CA 95811
E-Mail: [email protected]
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(Signature) (Date)
C. ACCOUNTING OFFICER OF CHP
Name: M. V. Fojas Phone: (916) 843-3531
Title: Commander Fax: (916) 322-3159
Address: 601 North 7th Street
Sacramento, CA 95811
E-Mail: [email protected]
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(Signature) (Date)
10. AUTHORIZED FINANCIAL CONTACT TO RECEIVE
REIMBURSEMENT PAYMENTS
Name: Shannon Espinoza
Title: Finance Manager
Phone: (949) 422-1199
Address: 505 Forest Avenue
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Attachment 3
9 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 Projectrelated 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. 10 TERMS AND CONDITIONS
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 such 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 employmentrelated 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. 12 TERMS AND CONDITIONS
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 taxexempt 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. 13 TERMS AND CONDITIONS
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 14 TERMS AND CONDITIONS
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. 15 Schedule A
Laguna Beach Police Department
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 Laguna Beach Police Department (LBPD) proposes a comprehensive impaired-driving enforcement, prevention, and education project aligned with the goals of the California Highway Patrol Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program, aimed at reducing DUI/DUID crashes and improving roadway safety within the community.
Grant funds will support the deployment of six DUI checkpoints, twenty-six bi-weekly DUI patrols, and twelve “Know Your Limits” education and outreach events, along with targeted training to enhance officer effectiveness in detecting and deterring impaired driving involving alcohol and drugs, including cannabis. To efficiently implement these activities, LBPD seeks to purchase a commercial-grade, heavy-duty van outfitted with standard police equipment to transport and securely store checkpoint and event materials, as well as four multifunction radar/message boards to increase visibility, collect speed data, and display DUI-prevention messaging—addressing the documented speed nexus in local DUI collisions. Additional funding is requested for essential direct costs such as preliminary alcohol screening devices, checkpoint supplies, generator fuel, educational materials, and canopies. Collectively, these coordinated enforcement, education, and equipment investments will augment existing efforts, strengthen data-driven deterrence, and advance the shared goal of reducing impaired driving and enhancing public safety in Laguna Beach.
Problem Statement
1. Jurisdiction Impacted
The proposed project will directly impact the Laguna Beach, a compact coastal city located in southern California. Laguna Beach encompasses approximately nine square miles of beachfront, hillside, and canyon terrain with a constrained roadway network characterized by narrow streets, steep grades, limited sight distance, and heavy multimodal use. Although the City has fewer than 23,000 permanent residents, it experiences more than six million visitors annually due to its beaches, arts community, special events, and tourism-driven economy. This disproportionate visitor volume significantly increases vehicle, pedestrian, and bicycle traffic throughout the year, placing sustained pressure on roadways not designed to accommodate high traffic demand. As a result, Laguna Beach faces traffic safety challenges that exceed those of similarly sized jurisdictions. Grant-funded enforcement and education efforts will directly benefit residents, commuters, and visitors who rely on the City’s roadway system.
2. Description of the Problem Supported by Data
Laguna Beach continues to experience a serious and escalating traffic safety problem driven by unsafe speed, impaired driving, high visitor volume, and limited roadway infrastructure. In the most recent calendar year (2025), the City recorded 609 total traffic crashes, including 2 fatal crashes resulting in 2 deaths and 166 injury crashes causing 226 injuries. For a community of fewer than 23,000 residents, this level of collision frequency and severity represents a significant and unacceptable public safety concern.
Analysis of 2025 crash data highlights unsafe speed and driving under the influence as the leading contributors to serious injury crashes. Of the 609 total crashes:
• 171 crashes were speed-related, resulting in 79 injuries • 63 crashes were DUI-related, resulting in 32 injuries Speed-related collisions accounted for more than one-quarter of all crashes, while DUI-related crashes continued to produce a disproportionate number of injuries, reinforcing the strong nexus between speed, impairment, and crash severity in Laguna Beach.
Multi-year trends further underscore the urgency of the problem. Injury crashes increased sharply to 166 in 2025, compared to 61 in 2024 and 102 in 2023, while injury victims rose to 226 in 2025, up from 127 in 2024 and 144 in 2023. Fatal crashes have remained persistent, with two fatalities occurring in both 2023 and 2025, indicating that severe and deadly outcomes continue despite ongoing enforcement efforts. 16 Schedule A
Vulnerable road users are especially impacted. In 2025, pedestrian-involved crashes resulted in 1 fatality and 24 injuries, a notable increase from the prior year. Older pedestrians (age 65 and over) accounted for 1 fatal and 4 injury crashes, demonstrating heightened vulnerability. Bicyclists were also significantly affected, with 10 injury crashes resulting in 12 injured bicyclists, including three under the age of 15.
The Laguna Beach Police Department actively enforces traffic laws citywide. In 2025, officers issued 8,945 traffic citations, including 1,818 speed-related citations, reflecting both the prevalence of unsafe speed and the Department’s commitment to traffic safety. However, with only four dedicated traffic officers and increasing demands on patrol resources, staffing limitations restrict the Department’s ability to conduct sustained, high-visibility DUI and speed enforcement at the level necessary to reverse current trends.
3. Target Population and Impact
The primary target population for this grant includes all roadway users in Laguna Beach, including residents, commuters, and the more than six million annual visitors who travel through the city. Since 2022, Laguna Beach has experienced seven traffic-related fatalities, underscoring the persistent risk faced by all who use the City’s roadways.
Motorists are directly impacted by unsafe speed and impaired driving, as evidenced by 171 speed-related crashes and 63 DUI-related crashes in 2025 alone, resulting in 111 combined injuries. These collisions increase the risk of serious injury or death, strain emergency response resources, and negatively affect community quality of life.
The grant also prioritizes at-risk and vulnerable populations, including:
• Pedestrians, who face elevated risk due to dense foot traffic in beach areas, the downtown corridor, and residential neighborhoods. Pedestrian crashes resulted in 1 fatality and 24 injuries in 2025, contributing to the City’s multi-year fatality total.
• Older adults (65+), who are disproportionately impacted due to increased injury severity, accounting for 1 fatality and 4 injuries in pedestrian crashes during 2025. • Bicyclists, including youth riders, who are exposed to heightened risk on narrow, winding roadways with limited separation from vehicle traffic. In 2025, 12 bicyclists were injured, including three under age 15.
• Youth, who are impacted as pedestrians and bicyclists, particularly during peak tourism seasons and special events when traffic congestion and impaired driving risks increase.
Grant funding will enable focused, data-driven, and high-visibility enforcement and education strategies targeting the primary causes of serious and fatal crashes—unsafe speed and impaired driving. These efforts will help offset staffing limitations, reduce collisions and injuries, protect vulnerable road users, and improve overall traffic safety outcomes throughout the City of Laguna Beach.
Performance Measures/Scope of Work (Proposed Solution)
Performance Measures / Project Goals and Objectives
1. Six (6) DUI Checkpoints
Timeline:
• Q1 = 1
• Q2 = 2
• Q3 = 2
• Q4 = 1
Goal / Objective:
Conduct six high-visibility DUI checkpoints throughout the project performance period to deter and detect impaired drivers, reduce DUI/DUID-related crashes, and increase public awareness of impaired driving enforcement.
Quantitative Measurements:
• Conduct 6 DUI checkpoints within the City of Laguna Beach • Aim to achieve a 10–15% reduction in DUI/DUID-related crashes and injuries during enforcement periods compared to prior-year data
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• Track number of vehicles screened, DUI arrests, PAS uses, citations issued, and public contacts Resources / Budget Line Items & Justification:
• Personnel Costs: Overtime for officers conducting checkpoints • Equipment: Use of radar/message boards to notify motorists of checkpoints • Other Direct Costs: Checkpoint supplies (cones, canopies, lighting, generators, PAS devices, fuel, and educational handouts)
These resources support sustained, visible enforcement proven to deter impaired driving and reduce serious and fatal crashes.
2. Twenty-Six (26) Bi-Weekly DUI Saturation Patrols
Timeline:
• Q1 = 6
• Q2 = 7
• Q3 = 7
• Q4 = 6
Goal / Objective:
Deploy targeted DUI saturation patrols during peak risk periods (weekends, holidays, special events, and peak tourism seasons) to proactively identify and remove impaired drivers from the roadway.
Quantitative Measurements:
• Conduct 26 DUI patrols citywide
• Aim to reduce DUI/DUID crashes by at least 10% over the project year • Measure number of DUI arrests, citations, vehicle stops, and field sobriety tests conducted Resources / Budget Line Items & Justification:
• Personnel Costs: Overtime for patrol officers assigned to DUI enforcement • Equipment: Radar/message boards for speed feedback and DUI messaging during patrol operations These patrols address the documented nexus between speed, impairment, and serious injury crashes in Laguna Beach.
3. Twelve (12) “Know Your Limits” Education and Outreach Events Timeline:
• Q1 = 3
• Q2 = 3
• Q3 = 3
• Q4 = 3
Goal / Objective:
Conduct twelve community-based education and outreach events to increase public awareness of the dangers and legal consequences of driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs, including cannabis.
Quantitative Measurements:
• Conduct 12 Know Your Limits events
• Reach an estimated 300–500 community members over the project period • Distribute educational materials and collect engagement metrics (attendance, materials distributed, public interactions)
Resources / Budget Line Items & Justification:
• Personnel Costs: Staff time to support education events • Equipment: Use of radar/message boards to attract attention and display DUI prevention messaging • Other Direct Costs: Educational materials, canopies, tables, and event supplies 18 Schedule A
These events support prevention through education and complement enforcement activities by shifting public attitudes and behaviors related to impaired driving.
4. Purchase and Deployment of One (1) Commercial-Grade DUI Operations Van Timeline:
• Q1 = Purchase and outfit vehicle
• Q2–Q4 = Utilize vehicle for checkpoints, patrols, and education events Goal / Objective:
Acquire and deploy a dedicated commercial-grade van to safely and efficiently transport DUI checkpoint and education equipment, improving operational readiness and consistency of enforcement activities.
Quantitative Measurements:
• Vehicle utilized for 100% of DUI checkpoints and Know Your Limits events • Reduced setup and breakdown time for checkpoints and outreach events • Improved equipment security and deployment efficiency Resources / Budget Line Items & Justification:
• Equipment: Commercial-grade van outfitted with standard police equipment (radio, light bar, siren, equipment racks)
This vehicle directly supports all enforcement and education activities by ensuring reliable, safe, and efficient transport of essential materials.
5. Purchase and Deployment of Four (4) Radar/Message Boards Timeline:
• Q1 = Purchase
• Q2 = Receive and deploy
• Q2–Q4 = Use during enforcement and education activities Goal / Objective:
Use radar/message boards to enhance deterrence, collect speed data, and deliver DUI prevention messaging during checkpoints, patrols, and community events.
Quantitative Measurements:
• Deploy message boards at all DUI checkpoints and patrol operations • Collect vehicle speed data to support enforcement and evaluation • Display DUI prevention messaging during 12 Know Your Limits events Resources / Budget Line Items & Justification:
• Equipment: Four radar/message boards with data collection capability These boards address Laguna Beach’s speed-related crash problem while reinforcing DUI prevention messaging and increasing public compliance.
6. Training to Enhance DUI/DUID Detection and Enforcement Timeline:
• Q1–Q4 = As training opportunities arise
Goal / Objective:
Provide targeted training to officers to improve detection, investigation, and enforcement of DUI/DUID offenses, including cannabis impairment.
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Quantitative Measurements:
• Train designated officers during the project period
• Increase quality and effectiveness of DUI investigations and arrests Resources / Budget Line Items & Justification:
• Personnel Costs: Backfill or overtime for officers attending training • Travel Costs: Registration and approved travel expenses, if applicable Training ensures enforcement efforts are effective, legally sound, and aligned with best practices.
Project Alignment Summary
All listed activities are directly tied to the Project goals, are achievable within the one-year performance period, and align with eligible CTFGP budget categories. Together, these enforcement, education, equipment, and training efforts form a coordinated, data-driven strategy to reduce DUI/DUID crashes, improve traffic safety, and protect vulnerable road users in Laguna Beach.
Project Performance Evaluation
The Laguna Beach Police Department will utilize a comprehensive, data-driven evaluation process to measure Project effectiveness and demonstrate positive impacts on traffic safety within the City of Laguna Beach. Evaluation strategies will focus on both quantitative and qualitative data to assess progress toward Project goals, inform adjustments during implementation, and support transparent reporting to stakeholders.
Quantitative Data Collection and Analysis
Project effectiveness will be evaluated through the systematic collection and analysis of enforcement, crash, and activity data throughout the Project Performance Period. Key quantitative metrics will include:
• Crash Data Analysis:
Comparison of DUI/DUID-related crashes, speed-related crashes, injury crashes, and fatal crashes during the Project Performance Period to the prior three-year average. Specific emphasis will be placed on changes in crash frequency and severity involving impaired driving and unsafe speed. • Enforcement Activity Measures:
Tracking the number of DUI checkpoints conducted, DUI saturation patrols completed, and enforcement hours worked. Additional measures will include vehicles screened, DUI arrests, field sobriety tests administered, PAS uses, citations issued (speed, DUI-related, and other moving violations), and warnings issued.
• Speed Data Collection:
Vehicle speed data collected through radar/message boards deployed during checkpoints, patrols, and education events will be analyzed to evaluate changes in driver behavior and compliance in targeted locations.
• Education and Outreach Metrics:
Measurement of the number of “Know Your Limits” events conducted, total attendance, number of educational materials distributed, and public contacts made during outreach activities. • Training Outcomes:
Tracking the number of officers trained, training hours completed, and improvements in DUI/DUID detection and arrest outcomes following training.
All quantitative data will be reviewed on a quarterly basis to monitor trends, evaluate progress toward performance targets, and ensure alignment with Project objectives.
Qualitative Data and Community Impact Assessment
Qualitative data will be used to supplement quantitative findings and provide insight into community 20 Schedule A
perception and operational effectiveness. This will include:
• Officer feedback regarding the effectiveness of equipment, training, and deployment strategies • Observational assessments of driver behavior during checkpoints and patrols • Community feedback gathered during “Know Your Limits” events, including public questions, concerns, and reported changes in awareness
• Stakeholder observations regarding visibility, deterrence, and perceived traffic safety improvements These qualitative measures will help contextualize statistical trends and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
Monitoring and Reporting
The Laguna Beach Police Department will monitor Project performance through regular internal reviews and required reporting within the California Highway Patrol Grant Management System (GMS). The Department will submit:
• Quarterly progress reports documenting completed activities, performance measures, and preliminary outcomes
• Quarterly financial expenditure reports supported by required documentation • Any additional data or documentation requested by the CHP Cannabis Grants Unit Data will be reviewed internally by command staff and Project coordinators to ensure activities remain on schedule, resources are used appropriately, and adjustments are made as necessary to maximize effectiveness.
Communication Plan
Project results and impacts will be shared with both internal and external stakeholders through a structured communication strategy:
Internal Communication:
• Regular briefings to Department command staff and City leadership summarizing enforcement outcomes, crash trends, and progress toward Project goals • Dissemination of performance data to patrol and traffic officers to reinforce effective strategies and encourage data-informed enforcement
External Communication:
• Public information releases highlighting DUI checkpoints, enforcement efforts, and traffic safety outcomes, in coordination with City communication channels • Use of Department social media platforms and City websites to share DUI prevention messaging, enforcement statistics, and safety improvements
• Community engagement during “Know Your Limits” events to share Project goals, preliminary results, and educational information
• Participation in required press releases or public announcements associated with grant awards or milestones
This evaluation and communication framework ensures transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement, while demonstrating the Project’s measurable contribution to reducing impaired driving, improving roadway safety, and protecting residents, visitors, and vulnerable road users in the City of Laguna Beach.
Program Sustainability
The Laguna Beach Police Department (LBPD) will sustain the traffic safety, DUI enforcement, and education efforts initiated through this project by leveraging long-term equipment investments and integrating effective strategies into routine operations. Grant-funded assets, including the DUI operations van, radar/message boards, and checkpoint equipment, will remain Department-owned and continue to support DUI checkpoints, saturation patrols, speed enforcement, and education activities beyond the Project Performance Period without recurring equipment costs.
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During the grant period, LBPD will evaluate results to identify the most effective enforcement and education strategies. Proven approaches, such as targeted DUI patrols during high-risk periods and the use of radar/message boards for speed deterrence and impaired-driving messaging, will be incorporated into standard patrol operations as grant funding is reduced or unavailable.
Grant-supported training will strengthen in-house expertise and reduce reliance on future external training.
Public education efforts will be integrated into existing community outreach programs using reusable materials developed during the Project.
Timeframe:
0–12 months post-grant: Reduced enforcement using grant-funded equipment. 1–3 years: Full integration into routine operations.
3+ years: Sustain efforts as part of LBPD’s core mission.
Administrative Support
The Laguna Beach Police Department possesses the administrative capacity, personnel expertise, and physical resources necessary to successfully implement and manage this Project within the designated Project Performance Period. The Department has extensive experience administering state and federal traffic safety grants, including programs focused on DUI enforcement, speed reduction, and public education. LBPD is familiar with grant compliance requirements, performance reporting, fiscal accountability, and reimbursement-based funding processes, ensuring timely and accurate submission of progress reports and financial documentation through the Grant Management System (GMS).
Project oversight will be provided by sworn command staff with experience in traffic safety operations and grant administration. Dedicated personnel will coordinate Project planning, scheduling, data collection, and reporting, while patrol and traffic officers will conduct grant-funded DUI checkpoints, saturation patrols, and education activities. Although the Department maintains a small traffic unit, the entire patrol division supports traffic enforcement, allowing LBPD to efficiently deploy personnel and maximize grant-funded activities despite staffing constraints.
LBPD’s officers possess the training and experience required to carry out impaired-driving enforcement, including standardized field sobriety testing and DUI investigations. Grant-funded training will further enhance officer capabilities during the Project Performance Period.
The Department has the physical resources needed to support Project activities, including patrol vehicles, communication systems, traffic enforcement equipment, and secure facilities for equipment storage. Grantfunded assets, such as the DUI operations van, radar/message boards, and checkpoint supplies, will be integrated into existing infrastructure to ensure efficient deployment and oversight. Collectively, LBPD’s administrative experience, skilled personnel, and established physical resources provide a strong foundation for successful Project implementation and compliance with all CHP CTFGP requirements. 22 Schedule B
Detailed Budget Estimate
Award Number Organization/Agency Total Amount
30864 Laguna Beach Police Department $475,800.00
Cost Category Line Item Name Total Cost to Grant
Other Direct Costs
DUI Checkpoint Materials & Supplies $5,000.00
PAS Devices $2,500.00
Category Sub-Total $7,500.00
Personnel
Education/Outreach $57,600.00
DUI Saturation Patrol $104,000.00
DUI Checkpoint $120,000.00
Category Sub-Total $281,600.00
Equipment
DUI Message Board $84,000.00
DUI Equipment Van $102,700.00
Category Sub-Total $186,700.00
Grant Total $475,800.00
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Budget Narrative
Laguna Beach Police Department
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.
Other Direct Costs
DUI Checkpoint Materials & Supplies
$5,000.00
DUI Checkpoint and Education Event Equipment & Supplies Description:
Non-expendable and durable equipment necessary to safely and effectively conduct DUI checkpoints and education events.
Quantity: Lump Sum
Unit Cost: N/A
Outfitting Cost: N/A
Total Cost: $5,000
Equipment Includes:
One commercial-grade Honda portable generator @ $1,500
Two commercial-grade pop-up canopies, 2 @ $500 ea = $1,000 Fatigue mats, 4 @ $125 = $500
High-visibility ANSI Class 3 safety vests, 20 @$75, $1,500 Duty-grade flashlights/headlamps: 10 @$100 = $1,000
Road safety and DUI checkpoint signage: Estimated lump sum = $3,000 Correlating CTFGP Activities:
6 DUI Checkpoints
12 “Know Your Limits” Education Events
These items are required to ensure officer safety, visibility, and operational effectiveness during grant-funded activities.
DUI Checkpoint & Event Supplies – $5,000
Grant funds are requested for materials and supplies necessary to safely and effectively conduct DUI checkpoints and education events. These items will be used throughout the Project Performance Period and include:
One commercial-grade Honda portable generator to provide power for checkpoint operations Two commercial-grade pop-up canopies to provide shelter for officers and equipment Fatigue mats to reduce officer fatigue during extended operations High-visibility ANSI Class 3 safety vests for officer safety Duty-grade flashlights/headlamps for nighttime operations Road safety and DUI checkpoint signage for advance warning and traffic control All items are directly related to approved project activities and are necessary to ensure safety, visibility, and operational effectiveness.
ANY ADDITIONAL PURCHASES NOT LISTED MUST BE APPROVED BY CGU PRIOR TO PURCHASE.
PAS Devices
$2,500.00
Preliminary Alcohol Screening (PAS) Devices
Description:
Hand-held Preliminary Alcohol Screening devices used to assist officers in detecting alcohol impairment during DUI enforcement operations.
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Budget Narrative
Laguna Beach Police Department
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.
Quantity: 2
Unit Cost: $1,250
Outfitting Cost: N/A
Total Cost: $2,500
Correlating CTFGP Activities:
6 DUI Checkpoints
26 DUI Saturation Patrols
PAS devices are essential tools for DUI enforcement and will be used exclusively during grant-funded enforcement activities.
Personnel
DUI Checkpoint
$120,000.00
Personnel Overtime – DUI Checkpoints
Project Activity: 6 DUI Checkpoints
Grant funds are requested to support personnel overtime costs associated with conducting six (6) DUI checkpoints during the Project Performance Period. Each checkpoint will be staffed by approximately 25 personnel for 8 hours per operation, resulting in a total of 1,200 overtime hours (6 checkpoints × 25 personnel × 8 hours).
Classifications Assigned:
Police Officers
Sergeants (supervisory and operational oversight)
Rate of Pay (Overtime, including benefits):
Officer overtime rate with benefits: $60–$80 per hour
Sergeant overtime rate with benefits: $80–$100 per hour For budgeting purposes, the highest combined overtime rate of $100 per hour is used to ensure full coverage of wages and benefits.
Total Hours:
1,200 total hours × $100/hour = $120,000
All personnel services will occur within the Project Performance Period. No full-salary positions are requested.
These checkpoints directly support grant-funded impaired-driving enforcement activities approved under the Project.
DUI Saturation Patrol
$104,000.00
Personnel Overtime – DUI Saturation Patrols
Project Activity: 26 DUI Saturation Patrols
Grant funds are requested to support personnel overtime costs for twenty-six (26) DUI saturation patrols conducted during high-risk periods. Each patrol will be staffed by four (4) officers working 10 hours per patrol, resulting in 1,040 total overtime hours (26 patrols × 4 officers × 10 hours). 25 Schedule B-1
Budget Narrative
Laguna Beach Police Department
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.
Classifications Assigned:
Police Officers
Rate of Pay (Overtime, including benefits):
Officer overtime rate with benefits: $60–$80 per hour
For budgeting consistency and to cover wages and benefits, the highest overtime rate of $100 per hour is applied.
Total Hours:
1,040 total hours × $100/hour = $104,000
All saturation patrols will occur within the Project Performance Period and within the Department’s primary traffic jurisdiction. No full-salary positions are requested.
Education/Outreach
$57,600.00
Personnel Overtime – “Know Your Limits” Education Events Project Activity: 12 “Know Your Limits” Education Events Grant funds are requested to support personnel overtime costs for twelve (12) education and outreach events focused on impaired-driving prevention. Each event will be staffed by eight (8) officers working 6 hours per event, resulting in 576 total overtime hours (12 events × 8 officers × 6 hours).
Classifications Assigned:
Police Officers
Sergeants (as needed for supervision)
Rate of Pay (Overtime, including benefits):
Officer overtime rate with benefits: $60–$80 per hour
Sergeant overtime rate with benefits: $80–$100 per hour For budgeting purposes, the highest overtime rate of $100 per hour is used.
Total Hours:
576 total hours × $100/hour = $57,600
All personnel services will occur within the Project Performance Period. These events support grant-funded education and prevention objectives and do not replace routine duties. * 6 Allowable hours are to cover 5 hrs for the event and 1 hour for set-up/tear down
Equipment
DUI Equipment Van
$102,700.00
Commercial-Grade DUI Operations Vehicle (Cargo Van)
Description: One commercial-grade heavy-duty cargo van to support DUI checkpoints, DUI saturation patrols, and “Know Your Limits” education events. The vehicle will be used to transport, deploy, and securely store DUI checkpoint and outreach equipment.
The vehicle will be clearly marked with approved DUI enforcement messaging and/or decals identifying the vehicle as supporting impaired-driving enforcement and education efforts. Messaging may include statements such as “For DUI Enforcement — Always Designate a Sober Driver” or similar CHP-approved
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Budget Narrative
Laguna Beach Police Department
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.
impaired-driving prevention messaging. All vehicle markings, messaging, and logos will be submitted to CHP for approval prior to installation.
Quantity:1
Unit Cost: $75,000
Outfitting Cost: $27,700 (standard police equipment only) Total Cost: $102,700
Outfitting Description:
The vehicle will be outfitted with standard police equipment consistent with the Department’s patrol fleet, including emergency light bar, siren, radio equipment, and rear cargo-area equipment racks. No non-standard or administrative equipment is included.
Correlating CTFGP Activities:
6 DUI Checkpoints
26 DUI Saturation Patrols
12 “Know Your Limits” Education Events
This vehicle is necessary to efficiently and safely conduct all grant-funded enforcement and education activities within the Department’s jurisdiction.
* NOTE: CGU WILL ONLY COVER 1 YEAR RADIO ESSENTIAL SERVICE- AGENCY IS RESPONSIBLE FOR
REMAINING WARRANTY COSTS
DUI Message Board
$84,000.00
Radar / Message Boards (Speed Display and Messaging Capability) Description:
Radar/message boards capable of displaying vehicle speed, collecting speed data, and displaying impaired-driving prevention messaging.
Quantity: 4
Unit Cost: $21,000
Outfitting Cost: N/A
Total Cost: $84,000
Correlating CTFGP Activities:
6 DUI Checkpoints
26 DUI Saturation Patrols
12 “Know Your Limits” Education Events
These units will be deployed during checkpoints and patrols to increase visibility, deter unsafe speed, and reinforce DUI/DUID prevention messaging. When not used for enforcement, the boards will support education and outreach activities.
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