2026-03-09_item_5.3_p.h._to_consider_ordinance_updating_military_equipment_list_for_military_equipment_use_policy_ab_481

ITEM 5. 3

CITY MANAGER' SREPORT
MARCH 9, 2026 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
ITEM: PUBLIC HEARING ( PUBLISHED NOTICE) TO CONSIDER

ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL

OF THE CITY OF LATHROP TO UPDATE THE POLICY FOR

THE USE OF MILITARY EQUIPMENT BY THE LATHROP

POLICE DEPARTMENT, IN COMPLIANCE WITH
CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE SECTIONS 7070-
7075, ASSEMBLY BILL 481
RECOMMENDATION: The Council to Consider the Following Items:

1. Hold a Public Hearing; and

2. First Reading and Introduction of an Ordinance
to Amend Chapter 9. 20 Titled " Military
Equipment Use Policy", of Title 9 " Public Peace
and Welfare" of the Lathrop Municipal Code by
Amending Section 9. 20. 010 titled " Definitions"
and Section 9. 20. 050 titled " Active Policies" to
Update Existing Military Use Policy No. 706,
and revise Section 706. 1. - Definitions; and

3. Adopt Resolution to Accept Annual Military
Equipment Report
SUMMARY:

California Assembly Bill 481 ( AB 481), codified in California Government Code sections 7070-075, requires local Police Departments to update or add to an existing military equipment use policy via ordinance.

Tonight, the Police Department is requesting that the City Council hold a public hearing to consider an ordinance amending Chapter 9. 20 Titled " Military Equipment Use Policy", of Title 9 " Public Peace and Welfare" of the Lathrop Municipal Code by Amending Section 9. 20. 010 titled " Definitions" and Section 9. 20. 050 titled " Active Policies" and update the existing Military Equipment Policy No. 706 by revising Section 706. 1. - Definitions, in compliance with California Government Code Sections 7070-075.

Additionally, staff requests that the City Council adopt a resolution to accept the Annual Military Equipment Report, summarizing the equipment use and funding from January 2025 through December 2025.

BACKGROUND:

Assembly Bill 481 Background
On September 30, 2021, Governor Newsom signed into law seven ( 7) major peace officer reform bills, including AB 481, authored by Assembly Member David Chieu to address the funding, acquisition and use of items lawmakers deem to be considered military equipment. This bill requires law enforcement agencies to obtain approval of

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the applicable governing body, by adoption of a military equipment use policy, as specified, by ordinance at a
regular meeting held pursuant to specified open meeting laws, prior to taking certain actions relating to the funding, acquisition, or use of military equipment, as defined.

AB 481, codified in California Government Code Sections 7070-075, required each law enforcement agency' sgoverning body to adopt a written military equipment use policy by ordinance in a public forum by April 30, 2022, to continue using this previously acquired military equipment, effective May 1, 2022. During that time the City of Lathrop was under the jurisdiction of the San Joaquin County Sheriff' s office, while working to transition into its own Police Department by July 1, 2022.

In preparation of the transition, on June 13, 2022, the City Council adopted Ordinance 22- 436, amending Title 9 " Public Peace and Welfare" of the Lathrop Municipal Code LMC) by adding Chapter 9. 20 titled " Military Equipment Use Policy". Ordinance 22- 436 authorized the new Lathrop Police Department to fund, acquire, and use thirtyfive 5.6mm semiautomatic rifles and ammo, and eight 40mm launchers and rounds.

Additionally, on December 12, 2022, the City Council adopted Ordinance 22- 441, amending Chapter 9. 20 titled " Military Equipment Use Policy", of title 9 " Public Peace and Welfare" of the Lathrop Municipal Code by adding Section 9. 20. 050 titled " Active Policies" to incorporate new Lathrop Police Department Policy No. 606, regulating Unmanned Aerial System ( UAS) Operations", and formally codifying previously approved Military Equipment Use Policy No. 706.

Overview of Requirements of AB 481
Assembly Bill ( AB) 481 requires each law enforcement agency' sgoverning body to adopt a written military use policy by ordinance in addition to other requirements by the bill.

Publish the draft military equipment
website 30 days ahead of a public hearing
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Obtain approval by the applicable governing body ( Mayor and City Council), by adoption of a military equipment use policy prior to taking certain actions relating to the funding, acquisition, or use of military equipment, as defined.

See definitions below).

Publish an annual report by the law enforcement agency to include each type of military equipment approved by the governing body.

Annual review of the military equipment use ordinance by the governing body, and option to either disapprove a renewal of a type of military equipment or amend the military equipment use policy if it determines that the military equipment does not comply with standards for approval.

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Hold at least one well publicized and conveniently located community engagement meeting within 30 days of submitting and publicly releasing the annual military equipment report.

Definition of Military Equipment ( Government Code 7070) AB 481 designates the following categories of items as military equipment:
1) Unmanned, remotely piloted, powered aerial or ground vehicles. 2) Mine -resistant ambush - protected ( MRAP) vehicles or armored personnel carriers. However, police versions of standard consumer vehicles are specifically excluded from this subdivision.
3) High mobility multipurpose wheeled vehicles ( HMMWV), commonly referred to as Humvees, two and one -half -ton trucks, five -ton trucks, or wheeled vehicles that have a breaching or entry apparatus attached.

However, unarmored all -terrain vehicles ( ATVs) and motorized dirt bikes are specifically excluded from this subdivision.
4) Tracked armored vehicles that provide ballistic protection to their occupants and utilize a tracked system instead of wheels for forward motion. 5) Command and control vehicles that are either built or modified to facilitate the operational control and direction of public safety units. 6) Weaponized aircraft, vessels, or vehicles of any kind. 7) Battering rams, slugs, and breaching apparatuses that are explosive in nature. However, items designed to remove a lock, such as bolt cutters, or a handheld ram designed to be operated by one person, are specifically excluded from this subdivision.
8) Firearms of . 50 caliber or greater. However, standard issue shotguns are specifically excluded from this subdivision.
9) Ammunition of . 50 caliber or greater. However, standard issue shotgun ammunition is specifically excluded from this subdivision. 10) Specialized firearms and ammunition of less than . 50 caliber, including assault weapons as defined in Sections 30510 and 30515 of the Penal Code, with the exception of standard issue service weapons and ammunition of less

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than . 50 caliber that are issued to officers, agents, or employees of a law enforcement agency or a state agency.
11) Any firearm or firearm accessory that is designed to launch explosive projectiles.
12) "Flashbang" grenades and explosive breaching tools, "tear gas," and pepper balls," excluding standard, service - issued handheld pepper spray. 13) Area denial electroshock devices, microwave weapons, water cannons, long- range acoustic devices, acoustic hailing devices, and sound cannons.
14) The following projectile launch platforms and their associated munitions:
40mm projectile launchers, " bean bag," rubber bullet, and specialty impact munition ( SIM) weapons.
15) Any other equipment as determined by a governing body or a state agency to require additional oversight.
16) Notwithstanding paragraphs ( 1) through ( 15), "military equipment" does not include general equipment not designated as prohibited or controlled by the federal Defense Logistics Agency.

Following the passage of California Assembly Bill 2546, these definitions were updated effective January 2025, to replace certain devices referred to in the definitions by specific trade names with a general description of those devices.

This includes area denial electroshock devices ( formerly referred to as Taser Shockwave) and long- range acoustic devices, acoustic hailing devices, and sound cannons ( formerly referred to as LRAD). Complete changes to Policy No. 706, Section 706. 1. - Definitions, are shown in Attachment C. Additionally, the corresponding changes to the Lathrop Municipal Code, Section 9. 20. 010, titled Definitions, are shown in Attachment D.

As mentioned under " Requirements of AB 481", the ordinance( s) and policies are subject to annual City Council review to determine whether, based on an annual military equipment report, the standards set forth in the approving ordinance have been met. The City Council may renew authorization for previously approved military equipment items, disapprove authorization for particular military equipment where standards have not been met, or require modifications to the military equipment use procedure to address any noncompliance with standards.

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Finally, the bill requires publication of this, and any approved, military equipment website.
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at least 30 days prior to the Council meeting. On February 6, 2026, the City published the revised Military Equipment List for Military Equipment Policy No. 706 and the Annual Military Equipment Report on the dedicated Police Department AB 481 website under Assembly BiII ( AB) 481 - Military Equipment Funding, Acquisition and Use Policy City of Lathrop CA. A Public Hearing Notice was published with the Manteca Bulletin on February 6, 2026.

Previously approved Military Equipment List:

Equipment Name Quantity
Owned
Quantity
Approved
Policy No.

SWAT Quick Response
Vehicle ( QRV)
1 1 Policy No. 706;
approved with
Ordinance No. 25-
463 ( March 2025;
Command and Control
Vehicle for Mobile
Command Post
0 1 Policy No. 706;
approved with
Ordinance No. 25-
463 ( March 2025)
Command and Control
Vehicle for Crime
Scene Investigations
0 1 Policy No. 706;
approved with
Ordinance No. 25-
463 ( March 2025)
Lenco Bearcat or
Similar Armored
Rescue Vehicle
0 1 Policy No. 706;
approved with
Ordinance No. 25-
463 ( March 2025)
Proforce MPX
Submachine Guns with
Suppressors
0 6 Policy No. 706;
approved with
Ordinance No. 25-
463 ( March 2025)
LWRC Sniper Rifle with
Suppressor
0 1 Policy No. 706;
approved with
Ordinance No. 25-
463 ( March 2025)

5.6mm Colt
Semiautomatic Rifles
16") and Ammunition
35 35 Policy No. 706;
approved with
Ordinance No. 22-
436 ( June 2022)

5.6mm Daniel
Defense
21 21 Policy No. 706;
approved with

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Semiautomatic Rifles

11. 5") and
Ammunition
Ordinance No. 25-
463 ( March 2025)
and Ordinance No.
24- 453 (January
2024)
40 mm Launchers and
rounds
16 36 Policy No. 706;
approved with
Ordinance No. 25-
463 ( March 2025)
and Ordinance No.
22- 436 (June 2022;
Remington 870 Less
Lethal Launcher - Drag
Stabilized 12 -Gauge
Bean Bag Round
8 8 Policy No. 706;
approved with
Ordinance 24- 453
January 2024)
Super -sock Bean Bag
Ammunition
250 250 Policy No. 706;
approved with
Ordinance 24- 453
January 2024)

5.6mm &9mm
Specialty Impact
Munitions
3, 000 3, 000 Policy No. 706;
approved with
Ordinance 24- 453
January 2024;
CTS 40mm Frangible
Impact Rounds
0 96 Policy No. 706;
approved with
Ordinance No. 25-
463 ( March 2025)
CTS 7290M Tactical
Flash Bang
0 24 Policy No. 706;
approved with
Ordinance No. 25-
463 ( March 2025)
Unmanned Aircraft
System ( UAS)
4 4 Policy No. 606;
approved with
Ordinance 22- 41
December 2022)
Ordinance 25- 463 approved the acquisition by the Lathrop Police Department of four vehicles: one SWAT Quick Response vehicle, one Mobile Command Post, one CSI Response vehicle, and an armored rescue vehicle ( LENCO BearCat or similar). That ordinance also approved acquisition of six submachine guns, a sniper rifle, and specialty munitions to be used by Lathrop officers assigned to the regional SWAT Team. Finally, Ordinance 25- 463 approved acquisition of ten additional 5.6mm rifles and 20 additional 40mm launchers to be issued to incoming officers and equip patrol vehicles as part of the Department standard equipment package.

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Funding was secured for the SWAT Quick Response vehicle and ten 5.6 rifles.

Upfitting for the SWAT vehicle was completed, and it has since been deployed by our SWAT Team members. The rifles were purchased, inventoried, and have been issued to incoming personnel upon completion of new hire training.

The remaining approved equipment items, including specialty munitions, the sniper rifle, submachine guns, and the remaining vehicles will be purchased as additional funding is secured.

No additional military equipment items are requested for this calendar year, as staff continue acquisition of previously approved items in alignment with budgeting priorities.
2025 Annual Report:

The annual report contains descriptions of each equipment item and documents all deployments or complaints received regarding the deployment of that specific item.

The Lathrop Police Department deployed a 40mm launcher twice in the City of Lathrop during this reporting period. Lathrop Police also deployed Unmanned Aircraft Systems ( UAS) six times during this reporting period. No complaints were received associated with these deployments, and no policy violations were observed during review.

Mutual Aid SWAT Officers deployed " flashbang" distraction devices three times and an armored rescue vehicle four times within the City during the reporting period. No complaints were received associated with these deployments, and no policy violations were observed during review.

FISCAL IMPACT:

There is no fiscal impact resulting from this item as no additional equipment is being requested and approval of this item does not approve any funding for previously approved equipment.

REASON FOR RECOMMENDATION:

Staff requests City Council approval of the proposed Ordinance and the updated Military Equipment Policy No. 706 to incorporate the revised Military Equipment definitions as proscribed by California Assembly Bill 2546 and to provide continued authorization for the previously approved Military Equipment List. Staff additionally requests City Council approval of the proposed resolution to accept the 2025 Annual Military Equipment Report, documenting approved and owned military equipment items, and summarizing all deployments of military equipment in compliance with

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California Assembly Bill 481, codified in California Government Code sections 7070- 7075.

ATTACHMENTS:

A. Ordinance Amending Lathrop Municipal Code Chapter 9. 20 titled " Military Equipment Use Policy", of Title 9 " Public Peace and Welfare" by Amending Section

9. 20. 010 titled " Definitions" and Section 9. 20. 050 titled " Active Policies" to Update Existing Military Use Policy No. 706 to revise Section 706. 1. - Definitions, in compliance with California Government Code Sections 7070-075, Assembly Bill 481 ( Chieu).

B. Resolution to Accept Annual Military Equipment Report C. Complete revisions to Policy No. 706, Section 706. 1. - Definitions D. Complete revisions to Lathrop Municipal Code, Section 9. 20. 010, titled Definitions
E. Amended Military Equipment List for Policy No. 706
F. 2025 Annual Military Equipment Report

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APPROVALS:
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ORDINANCE NO. 26 -

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LATHROP AMENDING LATHROP MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 9. 20 TITLED " MILITARY EQUIPMENT USE POLICY", OF TITLE 9 " PUBLIC PEACE AND WELFARE" BY AMENDING SECTION 9. 20. 010 TITLED " DEFINITIONS" AND SECTION

9. 20. 050 TITLED " ACTIVE POLICIES" TO UPDATE EXISTING MILITARY USE POLICY NO. 706 TO REVISE SECTION 706. 1. - DEFINITIONS, IN COMPLIANCE WITH CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE SECTIONS 7070- 7075, ASSEMBLY BILL 481 ( CHIEU)
WHEREAS, on September 30, 2021, Governor Newsom signed into law seven 7) major peace officer reform bills, including Assembly Bill ( AB) 481 ( codified in California Government Code Sections 7070- 7075), authored by Assembly Member David Chieu to address the funding, acquisition and use of items lawmakers deem to be considered military equipment; and
WHEREAS, AB 481 seeks to provide transparency, oversight, and an opportunity for meaningful public input on decisions regarding whether and how military equipment is funded, acquired, or used; and
WHEREAS, AB 481 required each law enforcement agency' s governing body to adopt a written military equipment use policy by ordinance in a public forum by April 30, 2022, to continue using this previously acquired military equipment, effective May 1, 2022; and
WHEREAS, during that time the City of Lathrop was under the jurisdiction of the San Joaquin County Sheriff' s office, while working to transition into its own Police Department by July 1, 2022; and
WHEREAS, in preparation for the transition, on June 13, 2022, the City Council adopted Ordinance 22- 436, to amend Title 9 " Public Peace and Welfare" of the Lathrop Municipal Code ( LMC) by adding Chapter 9. 20 titled " Military Equipment Use Policy" to establish a policy for the proper use, funding and acquisition of military style equipment as set forth by AB 481 in compliance with California Government Code Section 7071; and
WHEREAS, Policy No. 706 authorized the new Lathrop Police Department to fund, acquire, and use thirty- five 5.6mm semiautomatic rifles and ammo, and eight 40mm launchers and rounds; and
WHEREAS, on December 12, 2022, the City Council adopted Ordinance 22- 441, to amend Chapter 9. 20 titled " Military Equipment Use Policy", by adding Section

9. 20. 050 titled " Active Policies" to incorporate new Lathrop Police Department Policy No. 606, regulating " Unmanned Aerial System ( UAS) Operations", and formally codifying previously approved Military Equipment Use Policy No. 706, in the Lathrop Municipal Code, in compliance with California Government Code Section 7071; and Ordinance No. Page 1 of 6
WHEREAS, Policy No. 606 authorized the new Lathrop Police Department to fund, acquire, and use four ( 4) unmanned aerial systems ( known as drones); and WHEREAS, on January 8, 2024, the City Council adopted Ordinance 24- 453, to amend Chapter 9. 20 titled " Military Equipment Use Policy", to amend Section

9. 20. 050 titled " Active Policies" to update the existing Military Equipment List for Military Equipment Use Policy No. 706, by incorporating funding, acquisition, and use of new military equipment for the Lathrop Police Department, in compliance with California Government Code Sections 707- 7075, Assembly Bill 481 ( Chieu); and WHEREAS, on March 10, 2025, the City Council adopted Ordinance 25- 463, to amend Chapter 9. 20 title " Military Equipment Use Policy", of Title 9 " Public Peace and Welfare" by amending Section 9. 20. 050 titled " Active Policies" to update existing military equipment lists for Military Equipment Use Policy No. 706, by incorporating funding, acquisition, and use of new military equipment for the Lathrop Police Department, in compliance with California Government Code Sections 7070-075, Assembly Bill 481 ( Chieu); and
WHEREAS, staff requests that the City Council hold a public hearing to consider this proposed Ordinance to amend Lathrop Municipal Code Chapter 9. 20 titled " Military Equipment Use Policy", of Title 9 " Public Peace and Welfare" by Amending Section 9. 20. 010 titled " Definitions" and Section 9. 20. 050 titled " Active Policies" to Update Existing Military Use Policy No. 706 to revise Section 706. 1. - Definitions, in compliance with California Government Code Sections 7070-075, Assembly Bill 481 ( Chieu); and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Lathrop, having received the information required under AB 481 regarding the proposed use of military equipment as defined in said law, deems it to be in the best interest of the City to approve and adopt the amended Military Equipment List for Military Equipment Use Policy No. 706; and
WHEREAS, the amended Section 706. 1. - Definitions will be incorporated by reference in LMC Section 9. 20. 0100 titled " Definitions"; and WHEREAS, the amended Military Equipment List for Military Equipment Use Policy No. 706 will be incorporated by reference in LMC Section 9. 20. 050 titled " Active Policies".

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LATHROP DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1.

That the amended Lathrop Police Department Military Equipment List for Military Equipment Use Policy No. 706, on file with the Lathrop Police Department and attached as Attachment D to the City Manager' s Report that accompanied this Ordinance No. Page 2 of 6
Ordinance, is hereby updated and adopted and will be incorporated by reference in Section 9. 20. 050.

Title 9 of the Lathrop Municipal Code, titled " Public Peace and Welfare" is hereby amended by adding new military equipment to Section 9. 20. 010 titled " Definitions", to incorporate revised definitions, to read in its entirety as follows:

AB 481 designates the following 16 categories of items as military equipment:
1) Unmanned, remotely piloted, powered aerial or ground vehicles. 2) Mine -resistant ambush - protected ( MRAP) vehicles or armored personnel carriers. However, police versions of standard consumer vehicles are specifically excluded from this subdivision.
3) High mobility multipurpose wheeled vehicles ( HMMWV), commonly referred to as Humvees, two and one -half -ton trucks, five -ton trucks, or wheeled vehicles that have a breaching or entry apparatus attached.

However, unarmored all - terrain vehicles ( ATVs) and motorized dirt bikes are specifically excluded from this subdivision.
4) Tracked armored vehicles that provide ballistic protection to their occupants and utilize a tracked system instead of wheels for forward motion. 5) Command and control vehicles that are either built or modified to facilitate the operational control and direction of public safety units. 6) Weaponized aircraft, vessels, or vehicles of any kind. 7) Battering rams, slugs, and breaching apparatuses that are explosive in nature. However, items designed to remove a lock, such as bolt cutters, or a handheld ram designed to be operated by one person, are specifically excluded from this subdivision.
8) Firearms of . 50 caliber or greater. However, standard issue shotguns are specifically excluded from this subdivision.
9) Ammunition of . 50 caliber or greater. However, standard issue shotgun ammunition is specifically excluded from this subdivision. 10) Specialized firearms and ammunition of less than . 50 caliber, including assault weapons as defined in Sections 30510 and 30515 of the Penal Code, with the exception of standard issue service weapons and ammunition of less than . 50 caliber that are issued to officers, agents, or employees of a law enforcement agency or a state agency.

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11) Any firearm or firearm accessory that is designed to launch explosive projectiles.
12) "Flashbang" grenades and explosive breaching tools, "tear gas," and pepper balls," excluding standard, service - issued handheld pepper spray. 13) Area denial electroshock devices, microwave weapons, water cannons, long- range acoustic devices, acoustic hailing devices, and sound cannons.
14) The following projectile launch platforms and their associated munitions:
40mm projectile launchers, " bean bag," rubber bullet, and specialty impact munition ( SIM) weapons.
15) Any other equipment as determined by a governing body or a state agency to require additional oversight.
16) Notwithstanding paragraphs ( 1) through ( 15), "military equipment" does not include general equipment not designated as prohibited or controlled by the federal Defense Logistics Agency.

Title 9 of the Lathrop Municipal Code, titled " Public Peace and Welfare" is hereby amended by adding new military equipment to Section 9. 20. 050 titled " Active Policies", to incorporate new military equipment categories to Military Equipment Use Policy No. 706, to read in its entirety as follows:

CHAPTER 9. 20 MILITARY EQUIPMENT USE POLICY

9. 20. 050 Active Policies
The Lathrop police department has obtained approval of the city council, by ordinance adopting the following military equipment use policies, incorporated here by reference:

A. Military Equipment Use Policy No. 706, adopted by Ordinance 22- 436, for the funding, acquisition and use of thirty- five 5.6mm semiautomatic rifles and ammo, and eight 40mm launchers and rounds.

B. Military Equipment Use Policy No. 606, adopted by Ordinance 22- 441, fund, acquire, and use of unmanned aerial system ( known as drones).

C. Military Equipment Use Policy No. 706, amended by Ordinance 24- 453, to add the funding, acquisition and use of 11 5.6mm semiautomatic rifles and ammo, eight Remington 870 less lethal launchers - drag stabilized 12 -gauge bean bag rounds, 50 sets of five units of super - sock bean bags ammunitions, and 3, 000

5.6mm and 9mm specialty impact munitions.

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D. Military Equipment Use Policy No. 706, amended by Ordinance 25- 463, to add the funding, acquisition and use of 10 additional 5.6mm semiautomatic rifles and ammunition, 20 additional 40mm launchers and 96 40mm frangible impact rounds, 5 command and control vehicles, 24 tactical flash bangs, 1 sniper rifle with suppressor, and 6 submachine guns with suppressors.

Section 2. Duty of Care. This ordinance is not intended to and shall not be construed or given effect in a manner that imposes upon the city or any officer or employee thereof a mandatory duty of care toward persons and property within or without the city so as to provide a basis of civil liability for damages, except as otherwise imposed by law.

Section 3. Severability. If any provision of this Ordinance or the application thereof to any person or circumstance is held invalid, the remainder of the Ordinance, including the application of such part or provision to other persons or circumstances shall not be affected thereby and shall continue in full force and effect. To this end, provisions of this Ordinance are severable. The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed each section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause, or phrase hereof irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, subdivisions, paragraphs, sentences, clauses, or phrases be held unconstitutional, invalid, or unenforceable.

Section 4. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall become effective 30 days after adoption.

Section 5. Publication. The City Clerk shall certify to the introduction of this ordinance and shall publish a summary thereof and post a certified copy of the full ordinance in the office of the City Clerk at least five days prior to the adoption of the proposed ordinance; and within fifteen days after adoption, the City Clerk shall publish a summary of the ordinance with the names of the members of the City of Lathrop City Council voting for and against the same.

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THIS ORDINANCE was introduced at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Lathrop on the 9th day of March 2026, and was PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Lathrop on this day of , 2026, by the following vote, to wit:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

PAUL AKINJO, MAYOR
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Teresa Vargas, City Clerk Salvador Navarrete, City Attorney Ordinance No. Page 6 of 6
RESOLUTION NO. 26-

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LATHROP TO ACCEPT

THE ANNUAL MILITARY EQUIPMENT REPORT PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA ASSEMBLY BILL 481 ( CHIEU), CODIFIED IN GOVERNMENT CODE SECTIONS 707-075
WHEREAS, California Assembly Bill 481 ( AB 481), codified in California Government Code sections 7070- 7075, requires local Police Departments to implement a new, update, or add to an existing military equipment use policy via ordinance; and
WHEREAS, AB 481 requires each law enforcement agency to prepare and publish an annual report to include each type of military equipment approved by the governing body; and
WHEREAS, under AB 481, the ordinance( s) and policies are subject to annual City Council review to determine whether, based on an annual military equipment report, the standards set forth in the approving ordinance have been met; and WHEREAS, the City Council may renew the authorizing ordinance, disapprove authorization for particular military equipment where standards have not been met, or require modifications to this military equipment use procedure to address any noncompliance with standards; and WHEREAS, the City Council must hold at least one well publicized and conveniently located community engagement meeting within 30 days of submitting and publicly releasing the annual military equipment report; and WHEREAS, staff requests that the City Council hold a Public Hearing to hear public testimony to consider accepting the Annual Military Equipment Report, summarizing the equipment use and funding from January 2025 - December 2025.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Lathrop does hereby accept the Annual Military Equipment Report, summarizing the equipment use and funding from January 2025 - December 2025.

The foregoing resolution was passed and adopted this 9th day of March 2026, by the following vote of the City Council, to wit:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

PAUL AKINJO, MAYOR
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Teresa Vargas, City Clerk Salvador Navarrete, City Attorney Attachment C
Policy No. 706, Section 706. 1. - Definitions
Definition of Military Equipment ( Government Code 7070) AB 481 designates the following 4§ categories of items as military equipment:

1. Unmanned, remotely piloted, powered aerial or ground vehicles.

2. Mine - resistant ambush - protected vehicles (- MRAP) or armored personnel carriers. However, police versions of standard consumer vehicles are specifically excluded from this subdivision.

3. High mobility multipurpose wheeled vehicles ( HMMWV), commonly referred to Humvees, two and one -half -ton trucks, five -ton trucks, or wheeled vehicles that have breaching or entry apparatus attached.

However, unarmored all -terrain vehicles ( ATVs; and motorized dirt bikes are specifically excluded from this subdivision.

4. Tracked armored vehicles that provide ballistic protection to their occupants and utilize a tracked system instead of wheels for forward motion.

5. Command and control vehicles that are either built or modified to facilitate the operational control and direction of public safety units.

6. Weaponized aircraft, vessels, or vehicles of any kind.

7. Battering rams, slugs, and breaching apparatuses that are explosive in nature. However, items designed to remove a lock, such as bolt cutters, or a handheld ram designed to be operated by one person, are specifically excluded from this subdivision.

8. Firearms of . 50 caliber or greater,_ cxc udingHowever, standard issue shotguns are specifically excluded from this subdivision.

9. Ammunition of . 50 caliber or greater;_ cxcludingHowever, standard issue shotgun ammunition is specifically excluded from this subdivision.

10. Specialized firearms and ammunition of less than . 50 caliber, including firearms and accessories identified as assault weapons as defined in Sections 30510 and 30515 of the+ R Penal Code, § 30510 and Penal Code 30515, with the exception of standard - issue handguns/ service weapons and ammunition of less than . 50 caliber that are issued to officers, agents, or employees of a law enforcement agency or a state agency.

11. Any firearm or firearm accessory that is designed to launch explosive projectiles.

12. "Flashbang" grenades and explosive breaching tools, "tear gas," and pepper balls," excluding standard, service - issued handheld pepper spray.

13. Tascr ShockwavcArea denial electroshock devices, microwave weapons, water cannons, and the l -Long —=orange_ -- Acoustic Ddevices ( LRAD) . acoustic hailing devices, and sound cannons.

14. The following Pprojectile launch platforms and their associated munitions_ including 40mm projectile launchers, " bean bag," rubber bullet, and specialty impact munition ( SIM) weapons.

15. Any other equipment as determined by a governing body or a state agency to require additional oversight.
4r16. Notwithstandinq paragraphas ( 1) through ( 15), "military equipment" does not include general equipment not designated as prohibited or controlled by federal Defense Logistics Agency.

Attachment D
Lathrop Municipal Code, Section 9. 20. 010
Definitions
Military equipment" includes all of the following ( per Government Code Section7070):

1. Unmanned, remotely piloted, powered aerial or ground vehicles.

2. Mine -resistant ambush -protected ( MRAP) vehicles or armored personnel carriers.

However, police versions of standard consumer vehicles are specifically excluded from this subdivision.

3. High mobility multipurpose wheeled vehicles ( HMMWV), commonly referred to as Humvees, two and one - half -ton trucks, five -ton trucks, or wheeled vehicles that have a breaching or entry apparatus attached. However, unarmored all -terrain vehicles ( ATVs) and motorized dirt bikes are specifically excluded from this subdivision.

4. Tracked armored vehicles that provide ballistic protection to their occupants and utilize a tracked system instead of wheels for forward motion.

5. Command and control vehicles that are either built or modified to facilitate the operational control and direction of public safety units.

6. Weaponized aircraft, vessels, or vehicles of any kind.

7. Battering rams, slugs, and breaching apparatuses that are explosive in nature.

However, items designed to remove a lock, such as bolt cutters, or a handheld ram designed to be operated by one person, are specifically excluded from this subdivision.

8. Firearms of .50 caliber or greater. However, standard issue shotguns are specifically excluded from this subdivision.

9. Ammunition of .50 caliber or greater. However, standard issue shotgun ammunition is specifically excluded from this subdivision.

10. Specialized firearms and ammunition of less than . 50 caliber, including assault weapons as defined in Sections 30510 and 30515 of the Penal Code, with the exception of standard issue service weapons and ammunition of less than . 50 caliber that are issued to officers, agents, or employees of a law enforcement agency or a state agency.

11. Any firearm or firearm accessory that is designed to launch explosive projectiles.

12. " Flashbang" grenades and explosive breaching tools, "tear gas," and " pepper balls," excluding standard, service -issued handheld pepper spray.

13. Taser sioccwavcArea denial electroshock devices, microwave weapons, water cannons, and tic long range acoustic devices ( LRAD), acoustic hailing devices, and sound cannons.

14. The following projectile launch platforms and their associated munitions: 40mm projectile launchers, " bean bag," rubber bullet, and specialty impact munition SIM) weapons.

15. Any other equipment as determined by a governing body or a state agency to require additional oversight.

16. Notwithstanding paragraphs ( 1) through ( 15), "military equipment" does not include general equipment not designated as prohibited or controlled by the Federal
Attachment E

LATHROP POLICE DEPARTMENT EQUIPMENT LIST
SECTION ONE: Qualifying Equipment Owned/ Utilized by the Lathrop Police Department

1. Equipment Name: 5.6 mm Colt Semiautomatic Rifles and Ammunition - CA Gov' tCode 7070( c)( 10)
Quantity Owned/ Sought: 35 owned ( 16")
Lifespan: 15 years
Equipment Capabilities: The Colt M4 semiautomatic rifle is capable of firing 5.6 mm projectile bullet.

SPEER GOLD DOT . 223 CALIBER 62 GRAIN RIFLE ROUND, cost: $ 260 per case of 500, quantity: 1700 rounds. Remington ammunition made by Speer is reloadable, features nickel - plated brass cases and Boxer primers, and this is a non -corrosive round. The Gold Dot LE ammunition goes through a process ofjoining the jacket and core one molecule at a time, thanks to this, Speer eradicates the potential for the leading cause of bullet failure ( jacket/ core separation). This process will guarantee extraordinary weight retention through barriers as strong as auto -glass. In addition to its remarkable strength, Gold Dot rifle ammunition asserts remarkable accuracy. With exact tolerances and unparalleled bullet uniformity of jacket thickness.

Manufacturer Product Description: Colt MLOK 5.6 CR6920- EPR RIFLE REPL CR6933- EPR W/ 16" Barrel
Action: Gas Operated Semi -Auto
Caliber: 223 Remington/ 5.6 NATO
Barrel Length: 16."
Capacity: 30+ 1
Trigger: Standard
Safety: Reversible Safety Selector
OAL: 35. 5"
Weight: 6. 95 lbs
Stock: Black 4 -Position Collapsible
Metal Finish: Black
Muzzle: A2 Flash Hider
Receiver Material: 7075- T6 Aluminum
Sights: A2 Front, Magpul Rear
Barrel Description: Chrome - Lined
Twist: 1: 7"
Purpose: Duty \ Range
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Throughout the world today, Colt' s
reliability, performance, and accuracy provide our Armed Forces the confidence required to accomplish any mission. Colt' s CR6920 EPR series shares many features of its combat - proven brother, the Colt AR15.

Description source: LC Action Police Supply Colt CR6920 Law Enforcement M4 Carbine AR15 ( Formerly LE6920) Purpose/ Authorized Uses:

Members may deploy the patrol rifle in any circumstance where the member can articulate a reasonable expectation that the rifle may be needed. Examples of some general guidelines for deploying the patrol rifle may include but are not limited to: (a) situations where the member reasonably anticipates an armed encounter, ( b) when a member is faced with a situation that may require accurate and effective fire at long range, (c) situations where a member reasonably expects the need to meet or exceed a suspect' sfirepower, (d) when a member reasonably believes that there may be a need to fire on a barricaded person or a person with a hostage, (e) when a member reasonably believes that a suspect may be wearing body armor, ( f) when authorized or requested by a supervisor, and ( g) when needed to euthanize an animal.

Fiscal Impacts: The initial cost of equipment was approximately $ 43, 124. 81. The ongoing costs for ammunition will vary and maintenance is conducted by departmental staff.

Legal/ Procedural Rules Governing Use: All applicable State, Federal and Local laws governing police use of force. Various Lathrop Police Department Policies on Use of Force and Firearms.

Training Required: Officers must successfully complete a CA POST certified 16 -hour patrol rifle course as well as regular department firearms training and qualifications as required by law and policy.

2. Equipment Name: 40mm Launchers and Rounds
Quantity Owned/ Sought: 16 owned, 20 additional sought
Lifespan: 20 years
Equipment Capabilities: 40mm Launchers are utilized by department personnel as a less lethal tool to launch less lethal impact rounds. The 40mm Less Lethal Launcher is capable of firing 40mm Kinetic Energy Munitions, which are essentially rubber projectiles.

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Manufacturer Product Description: Defense Technologies 40mm launcher, cost $ 872. 40 ea. Manufactured exclusively for Defense Technology®, the 40LMT is a tactical single shot launcher with light rail. The ambidextrous Lateral Sling Mount (LSM) and QD mounting systems allow both a single and two -point sling attachment. The 40LMTS will fire standard 40mm less lethal ammunition, up to 4. 8 inches in cartridge length. The Picatinny Rail Mounting System will accept a wide array of enhanced optics/ sighting systems. i. Direct Impact 40mm reloadable training Sponge Round — Model 6530 Defense Technology. Approx. 26 rounds. 6530LE- 50 40mm Reloadable Training Round provides the same point of impact accuracy as the 40mm munitions it simulates and is the most cost effective way to conduct training. Reloading the munitions takes seconds and one hex key. Product for use on inanimate targets. ii. 40mm sponge, smokeless, spin stabilized/ Combined Systems. Approx. 29 rounds.

Sponge Baton is a spin -stabilized projectile delivering blunt trauma effect.

Although it is extremely accurate and consistent, accuracy is dependent on the launcher, using open sights vs. an improved sight, environmental conditions, and the operator. Effectiveness depends on many variables, such as distance, clothing, stature, and the point where the projectile impacts. The 40mm Less Lethal Launchers and Kinetic Energy Munitions are intended for use as a less lethal use of force option. To limit the escalation of conflict where employment of lethal force is prohibited or undesirable. Situations for use may include, but are not limited to: (a) self- destructive, dangerous, and/ or combative individuals; (b) barricaded suspects; and ( c) training exercises.

Fiscal Impacts: The initial cost of this equipment was approximately $ 6, 979. 20. Projected costs for 20 additional launchers is approximately $ 24, 060. The ongoing costs for munitions will vary and maintenance is conducted by departmental staff.

Legal/ Procedural Rules Governing Use: All applicable State, Federal and Local laws governing police use of force. Various Lathrop Police Department Policies on Use of Force and Crowd Control.

Training Required: Officers must complete a department certified 40mm course as well as regular training and qualifications as required by law and policy.

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3. Equipment Name: 5.6 mm Daniel Defense Semiautomatic Rifles and Ammunition - CA Gov' tCode &7070( c)( 10)
Quantity Owned/ Sought: 21 owned ( 11. 5")
Lifespan: 15 years
Equipment Capabilities:

Manufacturer Product Description: Short Barrel Daniel Defense Rifles w/ Suppressors Action: Gas Operated Semi - Auto
Caliber: 223 Remington/ 5.6 NATO
Barrel Length: 11. 5"
Capacity: 30+ 1
Trigger: Standard
Safety: Reversible Safety Selector
Stock: 4 -Position Collapsible
Receiver Material: 7075- T6 Aluminum
Sights: A2 Front, Magpul Rear
Barrel Description: Chrome -Lined
Purpose: Duty \ Range
Members may deploy the patrol rifle in any circumstance where the member can articulate a reasonable expectation that the rifle may be needed. Examples of some general guidelines for deploying the patrol rifle may include but are not limited to: (a) situations where the member reasonably anticipates an armed encounter, ( b) when a member is faced with a situation that may require accurate and effective fire at long range, (c) situations where a member reasonably expects the need to meet or exceed a suspect' sfirepower, (d) when a member reasonably believes that there may be a need to fire on a barricaded person or a person with a hostage, ( e) when a member reasonably believes that a suspect may be January 28, 2026 - Updated Military Equipment List for LPD Policy No. 706 — Pending City Council Public Hearing on March 9, 2026 — Lathrop AB 481 Website pg. 4

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wearing body armor, (f) when authorized or requested by a supervisor, and ( g) when needed to euthanize an animal.

Fiscal Impacts: The initial cost of equipment was approximately $ 2, 010.8 ea. ($22, 110. 88). The cost for purchasing an additional 10 rifles was $ 15, 225 plus $ 18,93. 88for the standard issue accessories, including slings, optics, rail system, and flash suppressor. The ongoing costs for ammunition will vary and maintenance is conducted by departmental staff.

Legal/ Procedural Rules Governing Use: All applicable State, Federal and Local laws governing police use of force. Various Lathrop Police Department Policies on Use of Force and Firearms.

4. Equipment Name: Remington 870 Less Lethal Launcher/ Drag Stabilized 12- Gauge Bean Bag Round
Quantity Owned/ Sought: 8 owned
Lifespan: 15 years
Equipment Capabilities/ Manufacturer Product Description: Less Lethal Shotgun is used to deploy the less lethal 12 -gauge Drag Stabilized Beanbag Round up to a distance of 75 feet. The range of the weapon system helps to maintain space between officers and a suspect reducing the immediacy of the threat which is a principle of De- escalation.

The12- Gauge Drag Stabilized round is comprised of a translucent 12 -Gauge shell loaded with a 40 gram, tear shaped bag made from a cotton and ballistic material blend and filled with #9 shot. This design utilizes four ( 4) stabilizing tails. The 12 -Gauge drag stabilized round utilizes smokeless powder as the propellant. Drag Stabilized rounds are discharged from a dedicated 12 -gauge shotgun that is distinguishable by an orange butt stock and fore grip. This round provides accurate and effective performance when fired from the
Fiscal Impacts: The initial cost of equipment was approximately $ 1, 074. 22 each ($ 8, 593. 75). The ongoing costs for ammunition will vary; maintenance is conducted by departmental staff.

Legal/ Procedural Rules Governing Use: All applicable State, Federal and Local laws governing police use of force. Various Lathrop Police Department Policies on Use of Force and Firearms.

Training Required: Officers must complete a department certified less lethal course as well as regular training and qualifications as required by law and policy.

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5. Equipment Name: A Super -Sock Bean Bag Ammunition — Model 2581 Quantity Sought: 250 owned
Cost: $7. 50/ per 5 units
Lifespan: 15 years
Equipment Capabilities/ Manufacturer Product Description: The Model 2581 Super -Sock is in its deployed state immediately upon exiting the barrel. It does not require a minimum range to " unfold" or " stabilize." The Super -Sock is an aerodynamic projectile and its accuracy is relative to the shotgun, barrel length, environmental conditions, and the operator. The Super -Sock is first in its class providing the point control accuracy and consistent energy to momentarily incapacitate.

Fiscal Impacts: The initial cost of equipment was approximately $ 375. 00. The ongoing costs for ammunition will vary and maintenance is conducted by departmental staff.

Legal/ Procedural Rules Governing Use: All applicable State, Federal and Local laws governing police use of force. Various Lathrop Police Department Policies on Use of Force and Firearms.

Training Required: Officers must complete a department certified less lethal course as well as regular training and qualifications as required by law and policy.

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6. Equipment Name: 5.6 & 9mm Specialty Impact Munitions Quantity Owned: 3, 000
Lifespan: UTM 5.6 mm Man Marker Rounds ( MMR) -18 month limited warranty. Shelf life six (6) years.

Force on Force 9mm Simunition Rounds — Shelf life five ( 5) years.

UTM M16/4 Rifle Bolt Carrier Assembly ( Blue Bolt) — 24 month limited warranty. No lifespan indicated by manufacturer. Lifespan varies on operational usage and wear.

Simunition Conversion Barrels and Slide Assemblies — 24 month limited warranty. No lifespan indicated by manufacturer. Lifespan varies on operational usage and wear.

Equipment Capabilities/ Manufacturer Product Description: A non - lethal training ammunition used by law enforcement agencies and militaries worldwide to deliver more realistic close -range firearms training. They consist of low energy, non -lethal cartridges, typically manufactured with a water- soluble color marking compound. These rounds allow for shooters to obtain a visual assessment of round placement in live person training environments.

When utilized with a
training munition bolt carrier group in a 5.6mm rifle platform, SIM' s have an effective range of approximately 27 yards. When utilized in a pistol caliber barrel training platform ( 9mm), SIMs have an effective range of 25 feet.

Fiscal Impacts: The initial cost of equipment was approximately $3, 000.0. The ongoing costs for ammunition will vary and maintenance is conducted by departmental staff.

Legal/ Procedural Rules Governing Use: All applicable State, Federal and Local laws governing police training. Various Lathrop Police Department Policies on Firearms.

Training Required: Officers use these munitions during training scenarios involving the use of SIM' s. Additionally, Officers use SIM' s
during scenario - based training on a
regular basis.

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FUTURE CONSIDERATIONS:

1. Equipment Name: Command and Control Vehicles used to facilitate the operational control and direction of public safety units — CA Gov' tCode $ 7071( c)( 4) Quantity Owned/ Sought: One
Lifespan: Unknown.

Purpose/ Capabilities/ Description: Command vehicles are built in various platforms to include %2 ton pickup chassis, vans, trailers, and RV style configurations. Vehicles are built to better assist in command and control during law enforcement operations, natural disasters, and public safety issues. Vehicles are designed with additional communication abilities, computers, white boards, lightening, generators, and mission essential supplies.

Legal/ Procedural Rules Governing Use: Use shall be in accordance with California State and Federal law.

Equipment Name: SWAT Quick Response Vehicle ( QRV) — Mercedes Sprinter Van Quantity Owned/ Sought: One owned
Lifespan: Dependent on operational usage.

Fiscal Impact: Upfitting equipment $66, 547; annual maintenance $ 3, 500 Legal/ Procedural Rules Governing Use: Use shall be in accordance with California State and Federal law.

Training Required: Valid California Drivers License required per operator.

2. Equipment Name: Command and Control Vehicles used to facilitate the operational control and direction ofpublic safety units — CA Gov' tCode § 7071( c)( 4) Mobile Command Post — Model based on availability
Purpose/ Capabilities/ Description: Command vehicles are built in various platforms to include '/ 2 ton pickup chassis, vans, trailers, and RV style configurations. Vehicles are built to better assist in command and control during law enforcement operations, natural disasters, and public safety issues. Vehicles are designed with additional communication abilities, computers, white boards, lighting, generators, and mission essential supplies.

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Quantity Owned/ Sought: One sought.

Lifespan: Dependent on operational usage.

Fiscal Impact: Vehicle to be sourced through the Law Enforcement Support Office (military surplus equipment program) at no cost to agency; upfitting equipment estimated at $ 40, 000; annual maintenance $ 3, 500.

Legal/ Procedural Rules Governing Use: Use shall be in accordance with California State and Federal law.

Training Required: Valid California Drivers License required per operator.

3. Equipment Name: Command and Control Vehicles used to facilitate the operational control and direction of public safety units — CA Gov' tCode § 7071( c)( 4) Crime Scene Investigation Vehicle — Model based on availability
Purpose/ Capabilities/ Description: Command vehicles are built in various platforms to include 2 ton pickup chassis, vans, trailers, and RV style configurations. Vehicles are built to better assist in command and control during law enforcement operations, natural disasters, and public safety issues. Vehicles are designed with additional communication abilities, computers, white boards, lighting, generators, and mission essential supplies.

Quantity Owned/ Sought: One sought.

Lifespan: Dependent on operational usage.

Fiscal Impact: Vehicle to be sourced through the Law Enforcement Support Office ( military surplus equipment program) at no cost to agency; upfitting equipment estimated at $ 25, 000; annual maintenance $ 3, 500.

Legal/ Procedural Rules Governing Use: Use shall be in accordance with California State and Federal law.

Training Required: Valid California Drivers License required per operator.

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4. Equipment Name: Command and Control Vehicles used to facilitate the operational control and direction of public safety units — CA Gov' tCode § 7071( c)( 4) Lenco Bearcat G3 — 4 Door Model with CBRNE capability or similar
Purpose/ Capabilities/ Description: Command vehicles are built in various platforms to include 2 ton pickup chassis, vans, trailers, and RV style configurations. Vehicles are built to better assist in command and control during law enforcement operations, natural disasters, and public safety issues. Vehicles are designed with additional communication abilities, computers, white boards, lighting, generators, and mission essential supplies.

Manufacturer Description: The BearCat G3 provides Lenco' sproven armor system in a ruggedized off -road platform. The G3 utilizes the same body design, interior features and tactical options as the G2, but it comes standard with a heavier duty upgraded suspension and off -road tires, rims & run flats to provide enhanced off -road performance. The increased ground clearance and robust suspension allows for emergency response in rural regions and natural disaster scenarios where standard armored SWAT vehicles would experience challenges.

Quantity Owned/ Sought: One sought
Lifespan: Dependent on operational usage.

Fiscal Impact: LDV USA Custom Build $ 369, 045 using grant from Office of Homeland Security, $100, 000 COPS grant; annual maintenance $ 3, 500.

Legal/ Procedural Rules Governing Use: Use shall be in accordance with California State and Federal law.

Training Required: Valid California License per operator.

5. Equipment Name: CTS 40mm Frangible Impact Rounds
Equipment Capabilities/ Manufacturer Product Description: This specialty munition is utilized by LPD SWAT members. These munitions include crush tip marking rounds ideal for breaking automotive glass or marking agitators during incidents of civil unrest.

Quantity Sought: 96 sought
Lifespan: Dependent on operational usage.

Fiscal Impacts: The projected cost for this equipment item is approximately $ 10,29. The ongoing costs for ammunition will vary and maintenance is conducted by departmental staff.

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Legal/ Procedural Rules Governing Use: All applicable State, Federal and Local laws governing police use of force. Various Lathrop Police Department Policies on Use of Force and Firearms.

Training Required: Officers must complete a department certified less lethal course as well as regular training and qualifications as required by law and policy.

6. Equipment Name: CTS 7290M Tactical Flash Bang
Equipment Capabilities/ Manufacturer Product Description: This specialty munition is utilized by LPD sworn staff to produce atmospheric over -pressure and bright light to cause shortterm ( 6 - 8 seconds) sensory deprivation to give officers a tactical advantage by distracting dangerous suspects during assaults, hostage rescue, room entry, or other high -risk arrest situations.

Quantity Sought: 24 sought
Lifespan: Dependent on operational usage.

Fiscal Impacts: The projected cost for this equipment item is approximately $ 1, 483. The ongoing costs for ammunition will vary and maintenance is conducted by departmental staff.

Legal/ Procedural Rules Governing Use: All applicable State, Federal and Local laws governing police use of force. Various Lathrop Police Department Policies on Use of Force and Firearms.

Training Required: Officers must complete a department certified less lethal course as well as regular training and qualifications as required by law and policy.

7. Equipment Name: LWRC Sniper Rifle or comparable model with suppressor Purpose/ Capabilities/ Description: To be used as precision weapon to address a threat with more precision and/ or greater distances than a handgun, if present and feasible.

Quantity Owned/ Sought: I sought
Lifespan: Variable dependent on deployment.

Fiscal Impacts: The projected cost for this equipment item is approximately $ 5, 899. The ongoing costs for ammunition will vary and maintenance is conducted by departmental staff.

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Legal/ Procedural Rules Governing Use: Use shall be in accordance with California State and Federal.

Training Required: Officers must complete a department certified rifle course as well as regular training and qualifications as required by law and policy.

8. Equipment Name: Proforce MPX Submachine gun or comparable model with suppressor and light
Purpose/ Capabilities/ Description: To be used by LPD SWAT personnel during Special Operations including hostage rescue, room entries, or other high -risk arrest situations.

Quantity Owned/ Sought: 6 sought
Lifespan: Variable dependent on deployment.

Fiscal Impacts: The projected cost for this equipment item is approximately $ 12, 049. The ongoing costs for ammunition will vary and maintenance is conducted by departmental staff.

Legal/ Procedural Rules Governing Use: Use shall be in accordance with California State and Federal.

Training Required: Officers must complete a department certified rifle course as well as regular training and qualifications as required by law and policy.

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SECTION TWO: Specialized Equipment Inventory known to be owned and/ or utilized by law enforcement agencies with which the Lathrop Police Department collaborates with and/ or may require assistance from, in a mutual - aid situation for law enforcement services.

1. Defense Technology 12 -Gram Reload Distraction Device Quantity Owned/ Sought: None
Lifespan: Unknown
Purpose/ Capabilities/ Description: To produce atmospheric over -pressure and brilliant white light and, as a result, can cause short- tem (6 - 8 seconds) physiological/ psychological sensory deprivation to give officers a tactical advantage. A non -bursting, non -fragmenting distraction device that produces a thunderous bag with an intense bright light. Ideal for distracting dangerous suspect during assaults, hostage rescue, room entry, or other high -risk arrest situations. The distraction device produces 175 dB of sound output at 5 feet and 6- 8 million candelas for 10 milliseconds.

Fiscal Impacts: None. Equipment owned, maintained, and operated by another agency.

Legal/ Procedural Rules Governing Use: The equipment is utilized for official law enforcement purposes and pursuant to State and Federal law.

Training Required: None, Equipment owned, maintained, and operated by another agency.

2. ICore Mini Robots
Quantity Owned/ Sought: None
Lifespan: Unknown
Purpose/ Capabilities/ Description: The iCore Mini is an unmanned machine, which operates on the ground utilized to enhance the safety to the community and officers. The iCore Mini can be hand carried or transported inside a rucksack, and can be remotely operated from many hundreds of meters away, providing protection and safety to their operators. To be used to remotely gain visual/ audio data, deliver HNT phone, open doors, disrupt packages, and clear buildings.

Fiscal Impacts: None. Equipment owned, maintained, and operated by another agency.

Legal/ Procedural Rules Governing Use: The equipment is utilized for official law enforcement purposes and pursuant to State and Federal law.

Training Required: None. Equipment owned, maintained, and operated by another agency.

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3. Non -handheld battering rams, slugs and breaching equipment apparatuses that are explosive in nature - CA Gov' tCode & 7071( c)( 7)
Quantity Owned/ Sought: None
Lifespan: Unknown
Purpose/ Capabilities/ Description: Explosive breaching tools are used to breach fortified structures to establish a point of entry. Explosive charges are fashioned to produce little to no fragmentation at the time of detonation. Explosive breaching effectively reduces the time spent overcoming a fortified door or structure. The reduction in time mitigating a hardened structure increasing officer safety and the element of surprise. Blast injuries are reduced by using low yield explosives that mechanically overcome doorframes and locking mechanisms. Explosive breaching mandates extensive schooling and certification processes.

Avon frangible shotgun ammunition, Detonating Cords, and Blasting Caps are used to breach doors and points of entry on fortified doors or structures. The equipment is used to safely gain entry into a structure.

Fiscal Impacts: None. Equipment owned, maintained, and operated by another agency.

Legal/ Procedural Rules Governing Use: The equipment is utilized for official law enforcement purposes and pursuant to State and Federal law.

Training Required: None. Equipment owned, maintained, and operated by another agency.

4. Command and Control Vehicles used to facilitate the operational control and direction of public safety units — CA Gov' tCode & 7071( c)( 4)
Quantity Owned/ Sought: None
Lifespan: Unknown.

Purpose/ Capabilities/ Description: Command vehicles are built in various platforms to include 2 ton pickup chassis, vans, trailers, and RV style configurations. Vehicles are built to better assist in command and control during law enforcement operations, natural disasters, and public safety issues. Vehicles are designed with additional communication abilities, computers, white boards, lightening, generators, and mission essential supplies.

Fiscal Impact: None. Equipment owned, maintained, and operated by another agency.

Legal/ Procedural Rules Governing Use: Use shall be in accordance with California State and Federal law.

Training Required: None, Equipment owned, maintained, and operated by another agency.

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5. Unmanned Aircraft System ( UAS)
Quantity Owned/ Sought: None.

Lifespan: Unknown
Purpose/ Capabilities/ Description:
o Major collision investigation, search for missing persons, natural disasters o Vehicles are capable of being remotely navigated to provide scene information and intelligence in the form of video and still images transmitted to first responders.
o Gain visual/ audio data and remotely clear buildings and structure o Unmanned robotics have numerous applications and are used instead ofpersonnel in high -risk environments to increase safety for law enforcement Fiscal Impacts: None. Equipment owned, maintained, and operated by another agency.

Legal/ Procedural Rules Governing Use: Use shall be in accordance with California State and Federal law regarding the operation of UAS vehicles, and in a manner, that respects the privacy of our community.

Training Required: None. Equipment owned and, operated by another agency.

6. The Armored Group, Ballistic Armored Tactical Transport ( BATT) Quantity Owned/ Sought: None.

Cost: None.

Lifespan: Approximately 25 years.

Purpose/ Capabilities/ Description:

To be used in response to critical incidents to enhance officer and community safety, improve scene containment and stabilization, and assist in resolving critical incidents. The BATT, is an armored vehicle that seats 10-2 personnel with an open floor plan that allows for rescue of down personnel. It can stop various projectiles, which provides greater safety to citizens and officers beyond the protection level of shield and personal body armor.

Fiscal Impacts: None. Equipment owned, maintained, and operated by another agency.

Legal/ Procedural Rules Governing Use: Use shall be in accordance with California State and Federal.

Training Required: None. Equipment owned and, operated by another agency.

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7. Remington 870 Less Lethal Launcher/ Drag Stabilized 12- Gauge Bean Bag Round Quantity Owned/ Sought: None.

Cost: None.

Lifespan: Approximately 25 years.

Purpose/ Capabilities/ Description:

Less Lethal Shotgun is used to deploy the less lethal 12 -gauge Drag Stabilized Beanbag Round up to a distance of 75 feet. The range of the weapon system helps to maintain space between officers and a suspect reducing the immediacy of the threat which is a principle of De- escalation.

Thel2- Gauge Drag Stabilized round is comprised of a translucent 12 -Gauge shell loaded with a 40 gram, tear shaped bag made from a cotton and ballistic material blend and filled with #9 shot.

This design utilizes four ( 4) stabilizing tails. The 12 -Gauge drag stabilized round utilizes smokeless powder as the propellant. Drag Stabilized rounds are discharged from a dedicated 12 - gauge shotgun that is distinguishable by an orange butt stock and fore grip. This round provides accurate and effective performance when fired from the approved distance of not fewer than 20 feet. The maximum effective range of this munition is up to 75 feet from the target. This less lethal weapon is used to limit the escalation of conflict where employment of lethal force is prohibited or undesirable.

Fiscal Impacts: None. Equipment owned, maintained, and operated by another agency.

Legal/ Procedural Rules Governing Use: Use shall be in accordance with California State and Federal.

Training Required: None. Equipment owned and, operated by another agency.

8. Remington 700 . 308 Caliber Rifle, PWS MK111 Mod 1- M Rifle, . 223 Caliber Rifle, Hornadv Tap Urban, .223 Caliber, 60 Grain Rifle Round, Hornadv Match Tap Precision 308 Caliber, 155 Gr. ELD Rifle Round, Hornady Tap Urban . 308 Caliber, 110 Gr. Rifle Round, Hornady Tap Heavy Barrier .308 165 Gr. Barrier Rifle Round.

Quantity Owned/ Sought: None.

Cost: None.

Lifespan: Unknown.

Purpose/ Capabilities/ Description: To be used as precision weapons to address a threat with more precision and/ or greater distances than a handgun, if present and feasible.

Fiscal Impacts: None. Equipment owned, maintained, and operated by another agency.

January 28, 2026 - Updated Military Equipment List for LPD Policy No. 706 — Pending City Council Public Hearing on March 9, 2026 — Lathrop AB 481 Website pg. 16

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Legal/ Procedural Rules Governing Use: Use shall be in accordance with California State and Federal.

Training Required: None. Equipment owned and, operated by another agency.

9. Defense Technology, Riot Control Continuous Discharge Grenade, CS # 1082 Quantity Owned/ Sought: None.

Cost: None.

Lifespan: Unknown.

Purpose/ Capabilities/ Description: To limit the escalation of conflict where employment of lethal force is prohibited or undesirable. Situations for use of the less lethal weapon systems may include, but are not limited to:
i. Self- destructive, dangerous and/ or combative individuals. ii. Riot/ crowd control and civil unrest incidents.
iii. Circumstances where a tactical advantage can be obtained. iv. Potentially vicious animals.
v. Training exercises or approved demonstrations.

Fiscal Impacts: None. Equipment owned, maintained, and operated by another agency.

Legal/ Procedural Rules Governing Use: Use shall be in accordance with California State and Federal.

Training Required: None. Equipment owned and, operated by another agency.

10. Defense Technology, Flameless Tri- Chamber CS Grenade, #1032 Quantity Owned/ Sought: None.

Cost: None.

Lifespan: Unknown.

Purpose/ Capabilities/ Description:

To limit the escalation of conflict where employment of lethal force is prohibited or undesirable.

Situations for use of the less lethal weapon systems may include, but are not limited to:
i. Self- destructive, dangerous and/ or combative individuals. ii. Riot/ crowd control and civil unrest incidents.
iii. Circumstances where a tactical advantage can be obtained. iv. Potentially vicious animals.
v. Training exercises or approved demonstrations.

Fiscal Impacts: None. Equipment owned, maintained, and operated by another agency.

January 28, 2026 - Updated Military Equipment List for LPD Policy No. 706 — Pending City Council Public Hearing on March 9, 2026 — Lathrop AB 481 Website pg. 17

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11. PepperBall Full Tactical Carbine ( FTC)
Quantity Owned/ Sought: None.

Cost: None.

Lifespan: Unknown.

Purpose/ Capabilities/ Description:

To limit the escalation of conflict where employment of lethal force is prohibited or undesirable.

Situations for use of the less lethal weapon systems may include but, are not limited to:
i. Self- destructive, dangerous and/ or combative individuals. ii. Riot/ crowd control and civil unrest incidents.
iii. Circumstances where a tactical advantage can be obtained. iv. Potentially vicious animals.
v. Training exercises or approved demonstrations.

Fiscal Impacts: None. Equipment owned, maintained, and operated by another agency.

Legal/ Procedural Rules Governing Use: Use shall be in accordance with California State and Federal.

Training Required: None. Equipment owned and, operated by another agency.

MAINTENANCE OF MILITARY USE SUPPLY LEVELS:

When stocks of military equipment have reached significantly low levels or have been exhausted, the Department may order up to 10% of stock in a calendar year without City Council approval to maintain essential availability for the Department' s needs.

January 28, 2026 - Updated Military Equipment List for LPD Policy No. 706 — Pending City Council Public Hearing on March 9, 2026 — Lathrop AB 481 Website pg. 18 Lathrop Police Department
940 River Islands Parkway
Lathrop, CA 95330
209) 647-400 - AB 481 Compliance Webaacle

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PREFACE
The Lathrop Police Department presents the Annual Military Equipment Report. This report covers activity from January 2025 through December 2025. The Lathrop Police Department is committed to maintaining public safety by providing the highest quality police services to our city. We have undertaken an obligation to serve and protect our residents, businesses, and neighboring communities. We are committed to an enforcement posture that does not allow for crime and violence to thrive. We are thankful for the resources and equipment available to the Department, and for the support of our community. Continued access to funding and the approval to acquire, train on, and deploy equipment ensures we are capable of confronting and resolving any threat of violence in our community. As always, the brave men and women of the Lathrop Police Department continue to stand ready to fulfill our duty to serve and protect.

Respectfully,
L
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Stephen Sealy, Chief of Police

HISTORICAL BACKGROUND
On September 30, 2021, Governor Newsom signed seven major peace officer reform bills into law, including Assembly Bill 481 ( AB 481). AB 481 authored by Assembly Member David Chieu ( D - San Francisco) addressed requirements for the funding, acquisition, and use of items considered to be " military equipment." Effective January 1, 2022, AB 481 required law enforcement agencies to obtain approval of their respective governing bodies ( the Lathrop City Council), by adoption of a Military Equipment Use policy prior to taking certain actions relating to the funding, acquisition, or use of military equipment. The full text of AB 481 is available here:
htti s:// lecinfo. legislature. ca. gov/ faces/ billTextClient. xhtml? bilid= 202120220AB481 During the passage of this new law, the City of Lathrop was working on transitioning to its own Police Department, with a commission start date of July 1, 2022. To comply with new state requirements for all California law enforcement agencies, the new Lathrop Police Department diligently prepared a policy for the funding, acquisition, and use of designated " military equipment," along with a list of equipment to be used by the new Lathrop Police Department in accordance with AB 481. The Lathrop City Council adopted Ordinance Nos. 22- 433, 22- 436, and 22- 441, related to this matter. pg. 2

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REQUIREMENTS OF AB 481 - FUNDING, ACQUISITION, AND USE OF

MILITARY EOUIPMENT
Assembly Bill ( AB) 481 requires each law enforcement agency' sgoverning body to adopt a written military use policy by ordinance in addition to other requirements by the bill. The following are required:
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Obtain approval by the applicable governing body ( Lathrop City Council), by adoption of a Military Equipment Use policy prior to taking certain actions relating to the funding, acquisition, or use of military equipment, as defined See definitions below).

Publish an annual report by the law enforcement agency to include each type of military equipment approved by the governing body.

Annual review of the Military Equipment Use Ordinance by the governing body, and option to either disapprove a renewal of a type of military equipment or amend the Military Equipment Use policy if it determines that the military equipment does not comply with standards for approval.

Hold at least one well publicized and conveniently located community engagement meeting within 30 days of submitting and publicly releasing the annual Military Equipment Report.

DEFINITION OF MILITARY EQUIPMENT ( GOVERNMENT CODE 7070) AB 481 designates the following 15 categories of items as military equipment:

1. Unmanned, remotely piloted, powered aerial or ground vehicles.

2. Mine - resistant ambush - protected vehicles ( MRAP) or armored personnel carriers. However, police versions of standard consumer vehicles are specifically excluded from this subdivision.

3. High mobility multipurpose wheeled vehicles ( HMMWV), commonly referred to as Humvees, two and one -half -ton trucks, five -ton trucks, or wheeled vehicles that have a breaching or entry apparatus attached. However, unarmored all -terrain vehicles ( ATVs) and motorized dirt bikes are specifically excluded from this subdivision.

4. Tracked armored vehicles that provide ballistic protection to their occupants and utilize a tracked system instead of wheels for forward motion.

5. Command and control vehicles that are either built or modified to facilitate the operational control and direction of public safety units.

6. Weaponized aircraft, vessels, or vehicles of any kind. pg. 3

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8. Firearms of . 50 caliber or greater. However, standard issue shotguns are specifically excluded from this subdivision.

9. Ammunition of . 50 caliber or greater. However, standard issue shotgun ammunition is specifically excluded from this subdivision.

11. Any firearm or firearm accessory that is designed to launch explosive projectiles.

12." Flashbang" grenades and explosive breaching tools, "tear gas," and " pepper balls," excluding standard, service -issued handheld pepper spray.

13. Area denial electroshock devices, microwave weapons, water cannons, longrange acoustic devices, acoustic hailing devices, and sound cannons.

14. The following projectile launch platforms and their associated munitions:
40mm projectile launchers, " bean bag," rubber bullet, and specialty impact munition ( SIM) weapons.

15. Any other equipment as determined by a governing body or a state agency to require additional oversight.

16. Notwithstanding paragraphs ( 1) through ( 15), "military equipment" does not include general equipment not designated as prohibited or controlled by the federal Defense Logistics Agency.

MILITARY EQUIPMENT USE POLICY
Military equipment use policy" means a publicly released, written document governing the use of military equipment by a law enforcement agency or a state agency that addresses, at a minimum, all of the following:
1) A description of each type of military equipment, the quantity sought, its capabilities, expected Iifespan, and product descriptions from the manufacturer of the military equipment.
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2) The purposes and authorized uses for which the law enforcement agency or the state agency proposes to use each type of military equipment. 3) The fiscal impact of each type of military equipment, including the initial costs of obtaining the equipment and estimated annual costs of maintaining the equipment. 4) The legal and procedural rules that govern each authorized use. 5) The training, including any course required by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training, that must be completed before any officer, agent, or employee of the law enforcement agency or the state agency is allowed to use each specific type of military equipment to ensure the full protection of the public' swelfare, safety, civil rights, and civil liberties and full adherence to the military equipment use policy.
6) The mechanisms to ensure compliance with the military equipment use policy, including which independent persons or entities have oversight authority, and, if applicable, what legally enforceable sanctions are put in place for violations of the policy.
7) For a law enforcement agency, the procedures by which members of the public may register complaints or concerns or submit questions about the use of each specific type of military equipment, and how the law enforcement agency will ensure that each complaint, concern, or question receives a response in a timely manner.

CITY OF LATHROP POLICE DEPARTMENT APPROVED MILITARY EOUIPMENT

USE POLICIES
Lathrop Police Department Policy No. 606 ( Revision 10/6/ 24) Lathrop Police Department Policy No. 706 ( Revision 10/6/ 2024) AB 481 Updated Equipment List
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LATHROP POLICE DEPARTMENT MILITARY EQUIPMENT OWNED - SUMMARY Equipment Name: RIFLES & AMMUNITION - Colt 5.6 mm semiautomatic rifles and ammunition - CA Govt Code § 7070( c)( 10)
Description: Colt M4 MLOK 5.6 CR69 _,
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20- EPR RIFLE REPL CR6933- EPR W/ 16"
Barrel :

Action: Gas Operated Semi - Auto
Caliber: . 223 Remington/ 5.6 NATO
Barrel Length: 16."
Capacity: 30+ 1
Trigger: Standard
Safety: Reversible Safety Selector
OAL: 35. 5"
Weight: 6. 95 Ibs
Stock: Black 4 -Position Collapsible
Metal Finish: Black
Muzzle: A2 Flash Hider
Receiver Material: 7075- T6 Aluminum
Sights: A2 Front, Magpul Rear
Barrel Description: Chrome - Lined
Twist: 1:7"
Purpose: Duty \ Range
Summary of how The purpose of the rifle is to address a threat with more precision equipment was used and/ or at greater distances than with a handgun, when present and purpose: feasible, and this is the manner in which it was deployed, including training.

Where was
equipment used:

Possessed by:

Summary of
complaints:

Neither Lathrop City Police Department or Mutual Aid SWAT used this equipment in the City of Lathrop during the reporting period.

During training only at an approved training facility.

Lathrop Police Department Sworn Officers; Mutual Aid SWAT None.

Results of internal Our policy is to assess and monitor after any deployment or use of audits or violations of equipment to ensure the equipment is being utilized in a manner which Military Equipment is consistent with Department Policy. There were no violations found Use Policy: for this reporting period.
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Acquisition Costs:

Annual or
Maintenance Costs:

Funding Source:

Quantity Owned:

Intent to Acquire
Future Military
Equipment of this
Category in the
Current or Next
Fiscal Year:

Approved by
Ordinance
Initial cost $ 43, 124. 81
None at this time; maintenance will be conducted by police department staff.

General Fund
35 owned ( 16")
Yes, as Lathrop Police sworn staffing expands. Effective use of the rifle requires each individual user to refine and adjust sighting to account for physiological differences. To ensure availability of a rifle when needed, each sworn member will be issued one as part of the standard equipment and be directed to carry the rifle while on duty upon completion of a POST approved training course.

Lathrop Ordinance 22- 436; Policy No. 706
Equipment Name:

Description:

RIFLES & AMMUNITION - 5.6 mm Daniel Defense
semiautomatic rifles and ammunition - CA Govt Code
7070( c)( 10)
Short Barrel Daniel Defense Rifles w/ Suppressors
Action: Gas Operated Semi -Auto
Caliber: 223 Remington/ 5.6 NATO
Barrel Length: 11. 5"
Capacity: 30+ 1
Trigger: Standard
Safety: Reversible Safety Selector
Stock: 4 -Position Collapsible
Receiver Material: 7075- T6 Aluminum
Sights: A2 Front, Magpul Rear
Barrel Description: Chrome - Lined
Purpose: Duty \ Range
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Summary of how
equipment was used
purpose:

Where was
equipment used:

The purpose of the rifle is to address a threat with more precision and/ or at greater distances than with a handgun, when present and feasible, and this is the manner in which it was deployed, including training.

Neither Lathrop City Police Department or Mutual Aid SWAT used this equipment in the City of Lathrop during the reporting period.

During training only at an approved training facility.

Possessed by: Lathrop Police Department Sworn Officers; Mutual Aid SWAT Summary of
complaints:

Results of internal
audits or violations of
Military Equipment
Use Policy:

None.

Our policy is to assess and monitor after any deployment or use of equipment to ensure the equipment is being utilized in a manner which is consistent with Department Policy. There were no violations found for this reporting period.

Acquisition Costs: Initial cost $ 22, 110. 88
Annual or None at this time; maintenance will be conducted by police department Maintenance Costs: staff.

Funding Source: General Fund
Quantity Owned: 21 owned ( 11. 5")
Intent to Acquire
Future Military
Equipment of this
Category in the
Current or Next
Fiscal Year:

Yes, as Lathrop Police sworn staffing expands. Effective use of the rifle requires each individual user to refine and adjust sighting to account for physiological differences. To ensure availability of a rifle when needed, each sworn member will be issued one as part of the standard equipment and be directed to carry the rifle while on duty upon completion of a POST approved training course.
pg. 8

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Approved by
Ordinance
Lathrop Ordinance 22- 436; Policy No. 706 and Lathrop Ordinance 25- 463; Policy No. 706
Equipment Name:

Description:
40mm LAUNCHERS AND ROUNDS
Manufactured exclusively for Defense Technology®, the 40LMT is a tactical single shot launcher with light rail. The ambidextrous Lateral Sling Mount ( LSM) and QD mounting systems allow both a single and two -point sling attachment. The 40LMTS will fire standard 40mm less lethal ammunition, up to 4. 8 inches in cartridge length. The Picatinny Rail Mounting System will accept a wide array of enhanced optics/ sighting systems.

The purpose of the 40mm launcher is to limit the escalation of conflict where employment of lethal force is prohibited or undesirable such as self- destructive, dangerous, and/ or combative individuals; barricaded suspects; riot/ crowd control and civil unrest incidents; and training exercises.

Summary of how Lathrop Police Department deployed this equipment twice in the City of equipment was used Lathrop during this reporting period. The first deployment occurred purpose: while disabling an external surveillance camera on a high risk probation search and the second occurred while detaining a felony vandalism suspect who refused to take his hands out of his pockets when contacted by officers.

Where was
equipment used:

Possessed by:

Summary of
complaints:

Both were used at private residences. One while conducting a high -risk probation search, and the other while arresting a felony vandalism suspect.

Lathrop Police Department Sworn Officers
None
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Results of internal
audits or violations
of Military
Equipment Use
Policy:

Acquisition Costs:

Annual or
Maintenance Costs:

Funding Source:

Quantity Owned:

Intent to Acquire
Future Military
Equipment of this
Category in the
Current or Next
Fiscal Year:

Approved by
Ordinance
Our policy is to assess and monitor after any deployment or use of equipment to ensure the equipment is being utilized in a manner which is consistent with Department Policy. There were no violations found for this reporting period.

Initial quote cost $ 13, 958. 40 (with taxes $ 15, 927. 08); final cost 22, 816. 44.

None at this time; maintenance will be conducted by police department staff.

General Fund
16 Yes, as Lathrop Police sworn staffing expands.

Lathrop Ordinance 22- 436; Policy No. 706 and Lathrop Ordinance 25- 463; Policy No. 706
Equipment Name: UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEM ( UAS)
Description:

Summary of how
equipment was used
purpose:

Unmanned Aircraft Systems ( UAS) are battery -powered, remote - operated unmanned aerial devices and the equipment used to control it. Remote control capabilities allow the operator to pilot UAS and view a live video feed from UAS mounted cameras.

UAS are deployed during major collision investigations and at crime scenes to capture video and still photo evidence, to search for missing persons, and during natural disasters. UAS are capable of being remotely navigated to provide scene information and intelligence in the form of video and still images transmitted to first responders. The use pg. 10

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Where was
equipment used:

Possessed by:

Summary of
complaints:

Results of internal
audits or violations
of Military
Equipment Use
Policy:

Acquisition Costs:

Annual or
Maintenance Costs:

Funding Source:

Quantity Owned:

Intent to Acquire
Future Military
Equipment of this
Category in the
Current or Next
Fiscal Year:
of UAS allows first responders to gain visual/ audio data and remotely clear buildings, structures, and rural areas, reducing risk to personnel and the public at large.

Lathrop Police Department deployed this equipment on six occasions during this reporting period. One deployment was done while serving a high -risk probation search, one was used following a collision while looking for the rider of a crashed motorcycled found in a drainage ditch, two were used to conduct surveillance on Lathrop residences prior to executing search warrants, and two were used to monitor large crowds during large scale community events ( July 1st and Christmas Parade).

Various locations within the City of Lathrop.

Lathrop Police Department Sworn Officers & Mutual Aid SWAT None
Our policy is to assess and monitor after any deployment or use of equipment to ensure the equipment is being utilized in a manner which is consistent with Department Policy. There were no violations found for this reporting period.

Initial quote cost $ 38, 485. 08; after taxes $ 41, 852. 5each None at this time; maintenance will be conducted by police department staff.

General Fund
4 Yes, as Lathrop Police sworn staffing expands.
pg. 11

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Approved by
Ordinance
Lathrop Ordinance 22- 441; Policy No. 606
pg. 12

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MILITARY EQUIPMENT USED UNDER MUTUAL AID AGREEMENT - SUMMARY Equipment Name: DISTRACTION DEVICES - Defense Technology 12 -Gram Reload Distraction Device
Description: Distraction devices are deployed to distract dangerous suspects to allow tactical teams to complete a dangerous mission or task. Distraction devices are only used during high -risk situations where their use would enhance officer safety; and during training exercises.

Summary of how Mutual Aid SWAT deployed " flashbang" Distraction Devices in the city equipment was used of Lathrop on three separate occasions. All three were used as purpose: distraction techniques while executing warrants at Lathrop residential structures.

Where was
equipment used:

All three deployments of Flashbangs were at residential structures within the city of Lathrop.

Possessed by: Mutual Aid SWAT Sworn Officers
Summary of
complaints:

Results of internal
audits or violations
of Military Equip.

Use Policy:

None
Our policy is to assess and monitor after any deployment or use of equipment to ensure the equipment is being utilized in a manner which is consistent with Department Policy. There were no violations found for this reporting period.

Acquisition Costs: N/ A
Annual or N/ A; Maintained and operated by another agency Maintenance Costs:

Funding Source: N/ A
Quantity Owned: N/ A
Intent to Acquire N/ A
Future Military
Equipment of this
Category:

Approved by
Ordinance:

Lathrop Ordinance 22- 436; Policy No. 706
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Equipment Name: ROBOTS - ICore Mini Robots
Description:

Summary of how
equipment was used
purpose:

Where was
equipment used:

Possessed by:

Summary of
complaints:

Results of internal
audits or violations
of Military Equip.

Use Policy:

Acquisition Costs:

Annual or
Maintenance Costs:

Funding Source:

Quantity Owned:

Intent to Acquire
Future Military
Equipment of this
Category:

Approved by
Ordinance:

Robots are utilized to remotely gain visual/ audio intelligence, deliver equipment, open doors, and clear buildings ahead of a search team, for official law enforcement purposes, including search and rescue; suspect apprehension; tactical operations; scene security; hazard monitoring, identification and mitigation; response to emergency calls; crisis communications; and legally authorized surveillance.

Mutual Aid SWAT did not deploy this equipment in the City of Lathrop during this reporting period.

N/ A
Mutual Aid SWAT Sworn Officers
None
Our policy is to assess and monitor after any deployment or use of equipment to ensure the equipment is being utilized in a manner which is consistent with Department Policy. There were no violations found for this reporting period.

N/ A
N/ A; Maintained and operated by another agency
N/ A
N/ A
N/ A
Lathrop Ordinance 22- 436; Policy No. 706
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Equipment Name: EXPLOSIVE BREACHING TOOLS - Non - handheld battering rams, slugs and breaching equipment apparatuses that are explosive in nature
Description: The purpose of explosive breaching tools is to safely create a positive breach and enter structures for official law enforcement purposes and in accordance with State and Federal Law; and during training exercises.

Summary of how Mutual Aid SWAT did not deploy this equipment in the City of Lathrop equipment was used during this reporting period.
purpose:

Where was
equipment used:

N/ A
Possessed by: Mutual Aid SWAT Sworn Officers
Summary of
complaints:

Results of internal
audits or violations
of Military Equip.

Use Policy:

Acquisition Costs: N/ A
Annual or N/ A; Maintained and operated by another agency Maintenance Costs:

Funding Source: N/ A
Quantity Owned: N/ A
Intent to Acquire N/ A
Future Military
Equipment of this
Category:

Approved by
Ordinance:

Lathrop Ordinance 22- 436; Policy No. 706
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Equipment Name: COMMAND AND CONTROL VEHICLES used to facilitate the operational control and direction of public safety units Description: The equipment is utilized as a mobile command post during any incidents that required command and control beyond a static dispatch center and included official law enforcement purposes, pre -planned events and training exercises.

Summary of how Mutual Aid SWAT did not deploy this equipment in the City of Lathrop equipment was used during this reporting period.
purpose:

Where was
equipment used:

N/ A
Possessed by: Mutual Aid SWAT Sworn Officers
Summary of
complaints:

Results of internal
audits or violations
of Military Equip.

Use Policy:

Acquisition Costs: N/ A
Annual or N/ A; Maintained and operated by another agency Maintenance Costs:

Funding Source: N/ A
Quantity Owned: N/ A
Intent to Acquire N/ A
Future Military
Equipment of this
Category:

Approved by
Ordinance
Lathrop Ordinance 22- 436; Policy No. 706
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Equipment Name: ARMORED VEHICLES - The Armored Group, Ballistic Armored Tactical Transport ( BATT)
Description: The purpose of the armored vehicle is to provide for the safe transport, security, and rescue of agency personnel and citizens in high -risk incidents, and the equipment was used in this manner, for law enforcement purposes.

Summary of how Mutual Aid SWAT deployed this vehicle four times during this reporting equipment was used period. Once was while executing a high -risk probation search and purpose: three were while serving warrants.

Where was All deployments were outside private residences within the city of equipment used: Lathrop.

Possessed by: Mutual Aid SWAT Sworn Officers
Summary of
complaints:

Results of internal
audits or violations
of Military Equip.

Use Policy:

Acquisition Costs: N/ A
Annual or N/ A; Maintained and operated by another agency Maintenance Costs:

Funding Source: N/ A
Quantity Owned: N/ A
Intent to Acquire N/ A
Future Military
Equipment of this
Category:

Approved by
Ordinance
Lathrop Ordinance 22- 436; Policy No. 706
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Equipment Name: EXPLOSIVE BREACHING TOOLS - Remington 870 Less Lethal Launcher/ Drag Stabilized 12- Gauge Bean Bag Round
Description: The purpose of the equipment is to safely create a positive breach and enter structures for official law enforcement purposes and in accordance with State and Federal law, and during training exercises.

Summary of how Mutual Aid SWAT did not deploy this equipment in the City of Lathrop equipment was used during this reporting period
purpose:

Where was
equipment used:

N/ A
Possessed by: Mutual Aid SWAT Sworn Officers
Summary of
complaints:

Results of internal
audits or violations
of Military Equip.

Use Policy:

Acquisition Costs: N/ A
Annual or N/ A; Maintained and operated by another agency Maintenance Costs:

Funding Source: N/ A
Quantity Owned: N/ A
Intent to Acquire N/ A
Future Military
Equipment of this
Category:

Approved by
Ordinance
Lathrop Ordinance 22- 436; Policy No. 706
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Equipment Name:

Description:

RIFLES & AMMUNITION - Remington 700 . 308 Caliber Rifle, PWS MK111 Mod 1- M Rifle, .223 Caliber Rifle, Hornady Tap Urban, 223 Caliber, 60 Grain Rifle Round, Hornady Match Tap Precision 308 Caliber, 155 Gr. ELD Rifle Round, Hornady Tap Urban . 308 Caliber, 110 Gr. Rifle Round, Hornady Tap Heavy Barrier . 308 165 Gr. Barrier Rifle Round.

The purpose of equipment is to address a threat with more precision and/ or greater distances than a handgun, if present and feasible, and this is the manner in which it was deployed, including training.

Summary of how Mutual Aid SWAT did not deploy this equipment in the City of Lathrop equipment was used during this reporting period.
purpose:

Where was
equipment used:

N/ A
Possessed by: Mutual Aid SWAT Sworn Officers
Summary of
complaints:

Results of internal
audits or violations
of Military Equip.

Use Policy:

Acquisition Costs: N/ A
Annual or N/ A; Maintained and operated by another agency Maintenance Costs:

Funding Source: N/ A
Quantity Owned: N/ A
Intent to Acquire N/ A
Future Military
Equipment of this
Category:
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Approved by
Ordinance
Lathrop Ordinance 22- 436; Policy No. 706
Equipment Name: DISTRACTION DEVICES - Defense Technology, Riot Control Continuous Discharge Grenade, CS # 1082
The purpose of equipment is to limit the escalation of conflict where employment of lethal force is prohibited or undesirable. Situations for use of the less lethal weapon systems may include but are not limited to:

Description:

Self- destructive, dangerous and/ or combative
individuals.
ii. Riot/ crowd control and civil unrest incidents.
iii. Circumstances where a tactical advantage can be
obtained.
iv. Potentially vicious animals.
v. Training exercises or approved demonstrations.

Summary of how Mutual Aid SWAT did not deploy this equipment in the City of Lathrop equipment was used during this reporting period.
purpose:

Where was
equipment used:

N/ A
Possessed by: Mutual Aid SWAT Sworn Officers
Summary of
complaints:

Results of internal
audits or violations
of Military Equip.

Use Policy:

Acquisition Costs: N/ A
Annual or N/ A; Maintained and operated by another agency Maintenance Costs:

Funding Source: N/ A
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CITY OF LATHROP

POLICE DEPARTMENT
Quantity Owned:

Intent to Acquire
Future Military
Equipment of this
Category:

Approved by
Ordinance
N/ A
N/ A
Lathrop Ordinance 22- 436; Policy No. 706
Equipment Name: DISTRACTION DEVICES - Defense Technology, Flameless TriChamber CS Grenade, # 1032 Description: The purpose of equipment is to limit the escalation of conflict where employment of lethal force is prohibited or undesirable. Situations for use of the less lethal weapon systems may include but are not limited to:
vi. Self- destructive, dangerous and/ or combative
individuals.
vii. Riot/ crowd control and civil unrest incidents.
viii. Circumstances where a tactical advantage can be
obtained.
ix. Potentially vicious animals.
x. Training exercises or approved demonstrations.

Summary of how Mutual Aid SWAT did not deploy this equipment in the City of Lathrop equipment was used during this reporting period.
purpose:

Where was
equipment used:

N/ A
Possessed by: Mutual Aid SWAT Sworn Officers
Summary of
complaints:

Results of internal
audits or violations
of Military Equip.

Use Policy:

CITY OF LATHROP

POLICE DEPARTMENT
Acquisition Costs: N/ A
Annual or
Maintenance Costs:

Funding Source: N/ A
Quantity Owned: N/ A
N/ A; Maintained and operated by another agency
Intent to Acquire N/ A
Future Military
Equipment of this
Category:

Approved by
Ordinance
Lathrop Ordinance 22- 436; Policy No. 706
Equipment Name: AMMUNITION - PepperBall Full Tactical Carbine ( FTC) Description: The purpose of equipment is to limit the escalation of conflict where employment of lethal force is prohibited or undesirable. Situations for use of the less lethal weapon systems may include but are not limited to:
xi. Self- destructive, dangerous and/ or combative
individuals.
xii. Riot/ crowd control and civil unrest incidents.
xiii. Circumstances where a tactical advantage can be
obtained.
xiv. Potentially vicious animals.
xv. Training exercises or approved demonstrations.

Summary of how Mutual Aid SWAT did not deploy this equipment in the City of Lathrop equipment was used during this reporting period.
purpose:

Where was
equipment used:

Possessed by:

Summary of
complaints:

N/ A
Mutual Aid SWAT Sworn Officers
None
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CITY OF LATHROP

POLICE DEPARTMENT
Results of internal
audits or violations
of Military Equip.

Use Policy:

Acquisition Costs: N/ A
Annual or N/ A; Maintained and operated by another agency Maintenance Costs:

Funding Source: N/ A
Quantity Owned: N/ A
Intent to Acquire N/ A
Future Military
Equipment of this
Category:

Approved by Lathrop Ordinance 22- 436; Policy No. 706
Ordinance
END OF REPORT.
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Lathrop City CouncilMarch 9, 2026

Lathrop City Council
March 9, 2026