State of California
DEPARTMENT OF CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL
GRANT AGREEMENT - Page 1
Award Number
23418
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1. GRANT TITLE
FY25/26 CTFGP Law Enforcement - Menifee Police Department
2. NAME OF ORGANIZATION/AGENCY
City of Menifee on Behalf of Menifee Police Department
3. ORGANIZATION/AGENCY SECTION TO ADMINISTER GRANT
4. PROJECT PERFORMANCE PERIOD
From: 07/01/2025 To: 06/30/2026
5. PURCHASE ORDER NUMBER
6. GRANT OPPORTUNITY INFORMATION DESCRIPTION
Law Enforcement grants provide financial assistance to allied agencies for the education, prevention, and the enforcement of laws related to driving under the influence of alcohol and other drugs, including cannabis and cannabis products.
The intent of the program is to educate the public regarding the dangers of impaired driving, enforce impaired driving laws on the roadway, and improve the Organization/Agency’s effectiveness through training and development of new strategies.
7. FUNDS ALLOCATED UNDER THIS GRANT AGREEMENT SHALL NOT EXCEED $96,909.52
8. TERMS AND CONDITIONS
The Grantee agrees to complete the Project, as described in the Project Description. The Grantee’s Grant Application, and the California Code of Regulations, Title 13, Division 2, Chapter 13, Sections 1890.00- 1890.27, are hereby incorporated into this Grant Agreement by reference.
The parties hereto agree to comply with the Terms and Conditions of the following attachments:
• Schedule A – Project Description, Problem Statement, Goals and Objectives, and Method of Procedure • Schedule B – Detailed Budget Estimate
• Schedule B-1 – Budget Narrative
We, the officials named below, hereby swear, under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California, that we are duly authorized to legally bind the Grant recipient to the above-described Grant Terms and Conditions.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, this Grant Agreement is executed by the parties hereto.
9. APPROVAL SIGNATURES
A. AUTHORIZED OFFICIAL OF ORGANIZATION/AGENCY
Name: Armando G Villa
Title: City Manager
Phone: (951) 723-1565
Address: 29844 Haun Rd
Menifee, CA 92586
E-Mail: aavila@city ofmenifee.us
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B. AUTHORIZED OFFICIAL OF CHP
Name: Andrew Beasley Phone: (916) 843-4360
Title: Captain Fax: (916) 322-3169
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ddress: 601 North 7th Street
Sacramento, CA 95811
E-Mail: [email protected]
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C. ACCOUNTING OFFICER OF CHP
Name: M. V. Fojas Phone: (916) 843-3531
Title: Commander Fax: (916) 322-3159
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ddress: 601 North 7th Street
Sacramento, CA 95811
E-Mail: [email protected]
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10. AUT HORIZED FINANCIAL CONTACT TO RECEIVE
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EIMBURSEMENT PAYMENTS
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ame: Christine Booker
Title: Budget and Grants Analyst
Phone: (951) 723-1565
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ddress: 29714 Haun Rd
Menifee, CA 92586
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Grantee shall comply with the California Code of Regulations, Title 13, Division 2, Chapter 13 Section 1890, et seq. and all other Terms and Conditions noted in this Grant Agreement. Failure by the Grantee to comply may result in the termination of this Grant Agreement by the California Highway Patrol (hereafter referred to as State). The State will have no obligation to reimburse the Grantee for any additional costs once the Grant Agreement has been terminated.
A. EXECUTION
1. The State (the California Highway Patrol) hereby awards, to the Grantee, the sum of money stated on page one of this Grant Agreement. This funding is awarded to the Grantee to carry out the Project set forth in the Project Description and the terms and conditions set forth in this Grant Agreement.
2. The funding for this Grant Agreement is allocated pursuant to California Revenue and Taxation Code Section 34019(f)(3)(B). The Grantee agrees that the State’s obligation to pay any sum under this Grant Agreement is contingent upon availability of funds disbursed from the Californi a C
annabis Tax Fund to the State. If there is insufficient funding, the State shall have the option to ei
ther: 1) terminate this Grant Agreement; whereby, no party shall have any further obligations or liabilities under this Grant Agreement, or 2) negotiate a Grant Agreement Amendment t o r
educe the grant award and scope of work to be provided under this Grant Agreement.
3. The Grantee is not to commence or proceed with any work in advance of receiving notice that the G
rant Agreement is approved. Any work performed by the Grantee in advance of the date of approval by the State shall be deemed volunteer work and will not be reimbursed by the State.
4. The Grantee agrees to provide any additional funding, beyond what the State has agreed t o pr
ovide, pursuant to this Grant Agreement, and necessary to complete or carry out the Project, as described in this Grant Agreement. Any modification or alteration of this Grant Agreement, as set forth in the Grant Application submitted by the Grantee and on file with the State, must be submitted in writing thirty (30) calendar days in advance to the State for approval.
5. The Grantee agrees to complete the Project within the timeframe indicated in the Project Performance Period, which is on page one of this Grant Agreement.
B. PROJECT ADMINISTRATION
1. The Grantee shall submit all reimbursements, progress, performance, and/or other requir ed r
eports concerning the status of work performed in furtherance of this Grant Agreement on a quarterly basis, or as requested by the State.
2. The Grantee shall provide the State with a final report showing all Project expenditures, which includes all State and any other Project funding expended, within sixty (60) calendar days after completion of this Grant Agreement.
3. The Grantee shall ensure all equipment which is purchased, maintained, operated, and/or developed is available for inspection by the State.
4. Equipment purchased through this Grant Agreement shall be used for the education, prevention, and enforcement of impaired driving laws, unless the Grantee is funding a portion of th e pur
chased price not dedicated to impaired driving and that portion is not part of the Project costs.
Equipment purchased under this Grant Agreement must only be used for approved Project- related purposes, unless otherwise approved by the State in writing.
5. Prior to disposition of equipment acquired under this Grant Agreement, the Grantee shall notify the State via e- mail, and by telephone, by calling the California Highway Patrol, Impaired Driving Section, Cannabis Grants Unit at (916) 843-4360.
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C. PROJECT TERMINATION
1. Grantee or the State may terminate this Grant Agreement at any time prior to the commencement of the Project. Once the Project has commenced, this Grant Agreement may only be terminated if the party withdrawing provides thirty (30) calendar days written notice of their intent to withdraw.
a. If by reason of force majeure the performance hereunder is delayed or prevented, then the term end date may be extended by mutual consent for the same amount of time of such delay or prevention. The term “force majeure” shall mean any fire, flood, earthquake, or public disaster, strike, labor dispute or unrest, embargo, riot, war, insurrection or civil unrest, any act of God, any act of legally constituted authority, or any other cause beyond the Grantee’s control which would excuse the Grantee’s performance as a matter of law.
b. Grantee agrees to provide written notice of an event of force majeure under this Grant Agreement within ten (10) calendar days of the commencement of such event, and within ten (10) calendar days after the termination of such event, unless the force majeure prohibits Grantee from reasonably giving notice within this period. Grantee will give such notice at the earliest possible time following the event of force majeure.
2. Any violations of law committed by the Grantee, misrepresentations of Project information by the Grantee to the State, submission of falsified documents by the Grantee to the State, or failure to provide records by the Grantee to the State when requested for audit or site visit purposes may be cause for termination. If the Project is terminated for the reasons described in this paragraph, the State will have no obligation to reimburse the Grantee for any additional costs once the Grant Agreement has been terminated.
3. The State may terminate this Grant Agreement and be relieved of any payments should the Grantee fail to perform the requirements of this Grant Agreement at the time and in the manner herein provided. Furthermore, the Grantee, upon termination, shall return grant funds not expended by the Grantee as of the date of termination.
4. If this Grant Agreement is terminated, the State may choose to exclude the Grantee from future Grant Opportunities.
D. FINANCIAL RECORDS
1. The Grantee agrees the State, or their designated representative, shall have the right to review and to copy all records and supporting documentation pertaining to the performance of this Grant Agreement. Grantee agrees to maintain such records for possible audit for a minimum of five (5) years after final payment, unless a longer period of records retention is stipulated or required by law. Grantee agrees to allow the auditor(s) access to such records during normal business hours and to allow interviews of any employees who might reasonably have information related to such records. Furthermore, the Grantee agrees to include a similar right for the State to audit all records and interview staff in any subcontract related to performance of this Grant Agreement.
E. HOLD HARMLESS
1. The Grantee agrees to indemnify, defend, and save harmless the State, its officials, agents and employees from any and all claims and losses accruing or resulting to any and all Grantee’s staff, contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and other person, firm or corporation furnishing or supplying work services, materials, or supplies in connection with the performance of this Grant Agreement, and from any and all claims and losses accruing or resulting to any person, agency, firm, corporation who may be injured or damaged by the Grantee in performance of this Grant Agreement.
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F. NONDISCRIMINATION
1. The Grantee agrees to comply with State and federal laws outlawing discrimination, including, but not limited to, those prohibiting discrimination because of sex, race, color, ancestry, religion, creed, national origin, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics), sexual orientation, political affiliation, position in a labor dispute, age, marital status, and denial of statutorily-required employment- related leave. (GC 12990 [a-f] and CCR, Title 2, Section 8103.)
G. AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
1. The Grantee assures the State it complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability, as well as all applicable regulations and guidelines issued pursuant to the ADA. (42 U.S.C. 12101 et seq.)
H. DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE
1. The Grantee shall comply with the requirements of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1990 and will provide a drug-free workplace by taking the following actions:
a. Publish a statement notifying employees that unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited and specifying actions to be taken against employees for violations.
b. Establish a Drug-Free Awareness Program to inform employees about:
i. The dangers of drug abuse in the workplace.
ii. The person's or Organization/Agency's policy of maintaining a drug-free workplace.
iii. Any available counseling, rehabilitation, and employee assistance programs.
iv. Penalties that may be imposed upon employees for drug abuse violations.
c. Every employee who works on the Project will:
i. Receive a copy of the company's drug-free workplace policy statement.
ii. Agree to abide by the terms of the company's statement as a condition of employment on the Grant Agreement.
2. Failure to comply with these requirements may result in suspension of payments under this Grant Agreement, or termination of this Grant Agreement, or both, and Grantee may be ineligible for award of any future Grant Agreements if the department determines that any of the following has occurred:
a. The Grantee has made false certification or violated the certification by failing to carry out the requirements, as noted above. (GC 8350 et seq.)
I. LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES
1. All law enforcement Organization/Agency/Agency Grantees shall comply with California law regarding racial profiling. Specifically, law enforcement Organization/Agency/Agency Grantees shall not engage in the act of racial profiling, as defined in California Penal Code Section 13519.4.
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J. LABOR CODE/WORKERS' COMPENSATION
1. The Grantee is advised and made aware of the provisions which require every employer to be insured against liability for Worker's Compensation or to undertake self-insurance in accordance with the provisions, and Grantee affirms to comply with such provisions before commencing the performance of the work of this Grant Agreement, (refer to Labor Code Section 3700).
K. GRANT APPLICATION INCORPORATION
1. The Grantee agrees the Grant Application and any subsequent changes or additions approved or required by the State is hereby incorporated into this Grant Agreement.
L. STATE LOBBYING
1. The Grantee is advised that none of the funds provided under this Grant Agreement may be used for any activity specifically designed to urge or influence a state or local legislator to favor or oppose the adoption of any specific legislative proposal pending before any state or local legislative body. Such activities include both direct and indirect (e.g., “grassroots”) lobbying activities, with one exception. This does not preclude a state official, whose salary is supported by this Grant Agreement, from engaging in direct communications with the state or local legislative officials, in accordance with customary state and/or local practice.
M. REPRESENTATION AND WARRANTIES
1. The Grantee represents and warrants that:
a. It is validly existing and in good standing under the laws of the State of California, has, or will have the requisite power, authority, licenses, permits, and the like necessary to carry on its business as it is now being conducted and as contemplated in this Grant Agreement, and will, at all times, lawfully conduct its business in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and rules.
b. It is not a party to any Grant Agreement, written or oral, creating obligations that would prevent it from entering into this Grant Agreement or satisfying the terms herein.
c. If the Grantee is a Nonprofit Organization/Agency, it will maintain its “Active” status with the California Secretary of State, maintain its “Current” status with the California Attorney General’s Registry of Charitable Trusts, and maintain its federal and State of California tax - exempt status. If the Grantee subcontracts with a Nonprofit as part of this Grant Agreement, the Grantee shall ensure the Nonprofit will maintain its “Active” status with the California Secretary of State, maintain its “Current” status with the California Attorney General’s Registry of Charitable Trusts, and maintain its federal and State of California tax-exempt status.
d. All of the information in its Grant Application and all materials submitted are true and accurate.
N. AIR OR WATER POLLUTION VIOLATION
1. Under the state laws, the Grantee shall not be: (1) in violation of any order or resolution not subject to review promulgated by the State Air Resources Board or an air pollution control district; (2) subject to cease and desist order not subject to review issued pursuant to Section 13301 of the Water Code for violation of waste discharge requirements or discharge prohibitions; or (3) finally determined to be in violation of provisions of federal law relating to air or water pollution.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
O. GRANTEE NAME CHANGE
1. Grantee agrees to immediately inform the State, in writing, of any changes to the name of the person within the Organization/Agency/Agency with delegated signing authority.
2. An Amendment is required to change the Grantee's name, as listed on this Grant Agreement. Upon receipt of legal documentation of the name change, the State will process the Amendment. Payment of invoices presented with a new name cannot be paid prior t o appr
oval of said Amendment.
P. RESOLUTION
1. A county, city, district, or other local public body shall provide the State with a copy of a r
esolution, order, motion, or ordinance of the local governing body, which by law, has authority to enter into a Grant Agreement, authorizing execution of the Grant Agreement.
Q. PAYEE DATA RECORD FORM STD. 204
1. This form shall be completed by all non-governmental Grantees.
R. FINANCIAL INFORMATION SYSTEM FOR CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT AGENCY TAXPAYER ID FORM
1. This form shall be completed by all Grantees.
S. CONFLICT OF INTEREST
1. This section serves to make the Grantee aware of specific provisions related to current or former state employees. If Grantee has any questions regarding the status of any person rendering se
rvices or involved with the Grant Agreement, the Grantee shall contact the State (California Highway Patrol, Impaired Driving Section, Cannabis Grants Unit) immediately for clarification.
2. Current State Employees:
a. No officer or employee shall engage in any employment, activity, or enterprise, from which the officer or employee receives compensation or has a financial interest, and which is sponsored or funded by any state agency, unless the employment, activity, or enterprise is required, as a condition of regular state employment.
b. No officer or employee shall contract on their own behalf, as an independent Grantee, with any state agency to provide goods or services.
3. Former State Employees:
a. For the two-year period from the date they left state employment, no former state officer or employee may enter into a contract in which they engaged in any of the negotiations, transactions, planning, arrangements, or any part of the decision-making process relevant t o
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his Grant Agreement while employed in any capacity by any state agency. b. For the 12-month period from the date they left state employment, no former state officer or employee may enter into a contract with any state agency if they were employed by that state agenc
y in a policy-making position in the same general subject area as the proposed Grant Agreement within the 12-month period prior to their leaving state service.
4. The authorized representative of the Grantee Organization/Agency, named within this Grant Agreement, warrants their Organization/Agency and its employees have no personal or financial interest and no present or past employment or activity, which would be incompatible with
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participating in any activity related to this Grant Agreement. For the duration of this Grant Agreement, the Organization/Agency and its employees will not accept any gift, benefit, gratuity or consideration, or begin a personal or financial interest in a party who is associated with this Grant Agreement.
5. The Grantee Organization/Agency and its employees shall not disclose any financial, statistical, personal, technical, media-related, and/or other information or data derived from this Grant Agreement, made available for use by the State, for the purposes of providing services to the State, in conjunction with this Grant Agreement, except as otherwise required by law or explicitly permitted by the State in writing. The Grantee shall immediately advise the State of any person(s) who has access to confidential Project information and intends to disclose that information in violation of this Grant Agreement.
6. The Grantee will not enter into any Grant Agreement or discussions with third parties concerning materials described in paragraph five (5) prior to receiving written confirmation from the State that such third party has a Grant Agreement with the State, similar in nature to this one.
7. The Grantee warrants that only those employees who are authorized and required to use the materials described in paragraph 5 will have access to them.
8. If the Grantee violates any provisions in the above paragraphs, such action by the Grantee shall render this Grant Agreement void.
T. EQUIPMENT-USE TERMS
1. The Grantee agrees any equipment purchased under this Grant Agreement shall be used for impaired driving efforts.
2. Law Enforcement Projects:
a. Oral Fluid Drug Screening Devices and Cannabis/Marijuana Breath Testing Equipment - The Grantee agrees to ensure all personnel using road-side drug testing equipment, including oral fluid drug testing devices and/or cannabis/marijuana breath testing devices, purchased with grant funds from this Grant Agreement, are trained to recognize alcohol and drug impairment.
At a minimum, personnel using these devices should receive Standardized Field Sobriety Testing training. These personnel are also encouraged to attend Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement and Drug Recognition Evaluator training. Prior to using these devices, the Grantee agrees to obtain permission from their local prosecutor’s office, establish a policy ensuring appropriate use, and require the staff using these devices to receive appropriate training, which may include training from the manufacturer. This will help ensure the equipment is used appropriately. The Grantee shall advise the State (California Highway Patrol, Impaired Driving Section, Cannabis Grants Unit) of any legal challenges or other items of significance that may affect the use or legal acceptance of these devices.
Additionally, the State may request additional information about the performance of these devices, including information about their use, accuracy, and feedback from personnel using the devices.
b. Law Enforcement Vehicles – The Grantee agrees any law enforcement vehicles purchased with Grant funds, from this Grant Agreement, will be primarily used for the enforcement of driving under the influence laws and/or providing public education, related to the dangers of driving under the influence. Additionally, any vehicle purchased using funds from this Grant Agreement shall comply with all California Vehicle Code and California Code of Regulation requirements. The State may require the Grantee to mark these vehicles with a decal and/or emblem, indicating the vehicle is used for driving under the influence enforcement.
Schedule A
Menifee Police Department
All grant awards, including any adjustments to requested funding, were made by the Cannabis Grants Unit based on the merits of the Grant Application, scale of operation, and in accordance with the Request for Application (RFA) requirements and associated regulations. As a result, not all Project activities and items detailed in Schedule A are applicable. Refer to Schedule B - Detailed Budget Estimate for approved Budget line items and Project activities. Project activities and items that are not clearly identified/specified in the Grant Agreement must be submitted to and approved by CGU prior to purchase.
Project Description
The Menifee Police Department is focused on improving officer training to address the rise in DUI incidents.
Keeping our roads safe requires officers to recognize impairment from both alcohol and drugs. To support this effort, we plan to train five officers in Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST) and Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) and certify two officers as Drug Recognition Experts (DREs).
To increase DUI enforcement and education, we need additional resources for street -level operations and outreach. We are requesting funding for 18 additional DUI saturation patrols, two DUI checkpoints, and a traffic safety education program for local high schools. The funding would also cover the purchase of SFST/DRE flashlights, and DUI Field Investigation note cards.
Problem Statement & Proposed Solution
City and Major Roadway Layout:
The City of Menifee encompasses a diverse landscape, featuring residential, commercial, industrial, and rural zones. Positioned in the Southwest region of Riverside County, Menifee shares its borders with neighboring cities including Perris, Homeland, Winchester, Murrieta, Lake Elsinore, and Canyon Lake. The northern boundary of our city is defined by Highway 74, a state highway renowned as one of California's most perilous stretches per mile. This two-lane east/west thoroughfare traverses Menifee, flanked by a mix of retail, commercial, residential, and undeveloped properties.
The I-215 freeway bisects Menifee, serving as a prominent interstate artery that intersects with the I -15 freeway in Murrieta and further north in San Bernardino County. Within Menifee, the I -215 freeway encompasses five exits, including Highway-74, Ethanac Road, McCall Boulevard, Newport Road, and Scott Road.
Highway 74 serves as a primary conduit for residents commuting from cities such as Hemet, San Jacinto, Winchester, and Homeland to access the I-215 freeway. Newport Road, another vital east/west thoroughfare, links Menifee with Hemet, San Jacinto, Winchester, Canyon Lake, and Lake Elsinore. It represents the principal gateway to the I-215 freeway and the sole local access point to the I-15 freeway for residents of Menifee, San Jacinto, Winchester, and Hemet.
Traffic Flow and Population:
Newport Road experiences a daily traffic volume of approximately 76,300 vehicles, resulting in congestion- related challenges such as red light violations, gridlock, and an elevated incidence of traffic accidents. The intersection of Newport Road and Haun Road, characterized by numerous large retail establishments, attracts significant foot traffic from Menifee and neighboring areas. Scott Road, another major east/west thoroughfare, interconnects Temecula, Winchester, Murrieta, Menifee, and Wildomar. With a daily traffic count of approximately 34,000 vehicles, Scott Road ranks as the second busiest thoroughfare in Menifee.
The population of the City of Menifee has witnessed substantial growth, surging from approximately 105,000 to 116,472 as of January 2023, marking an increase of approximately 10.9%. By the end of 2025, the city is projected to reach 125,300 residents, reflecting an estimated rise in population of around 7.6%. Currently, there are more than 40 housing developments in various stages of planning, development, or construction within Menifee, poised to introduce roughly 8,500 new residences. Based on an average estimate of 10 vehicle trips per household, these developments are expected to contribute over 85,000 additional daily vehicle movements on city streets.
Schedule A
Noteworthy population growth is also observed in neighboring cities, with Temecula projected to reach a population of 113,187 and experience a growth rate of approximately 3.4% through 2028. Similarly, Murrieta has reported a population increase, reaching 118,734 in 2022, with expectations of further growth to approximately 124,019 by 2027, constituting a 4.5% increase. The five-mile radius surrounding Newport Rd and the I-215 Freeway has seen a population upsurge from 147,066 to 155,199, an increase of approximately
5.5%. By January 2025, this area is projected to accommodate approximately 173,309 residents, reflecting an increase of approximately 11.7%. With these trends, the City of Menifee is poised to become the most populous city in the Temecula Valley by January 2025.
Current Conditions and Future Changes Affecting Traffic:
The City of Menifee also is host to 46 active on-site ABC licensed businesses for serving alcohol, encompassing traditional bars, bars and grills, and restaurants. Additionally, 41 businesses hold active Off - Site ABC Licenses for alcohol sales, bringing the total number of established businesses that serve alcohol within the city limits to approximately 87. The City of Menifee is also situated near the Temecula wineries and other locales with a high concentration of alcohol-serving establishments.
While municipal regulations in Menifee prohibit marijuana dispensaries, neighboring cities such as Lake Elsinore, Canyon Lake, Perris, San Jacinto, Moreno Valley, and Hemet feature active dispensaries. Within a 16-mile radius of Menifee, 41 active marijuana dispensaries operate. The increased availability of marijuana has corresponded with a rise in Marijuana DUI incidents. Through grant assistance, the Menifee Police Department aims to enhance officer training in identifying signs of marijuana intoxication, thereby bolstering efforts to remove impaired drivers from the roadways. Collaborative initiatives with the Riverside District Attorney’s Office seek to augment the filing of marijuana DUI cases.
Crash and DUI Data:
The Menifee Police Department utilizes the Crossroads suite of programming to document, report, and analyze traffic crash data. This data has proven useful in analyzing our highest priority areas, violations, days, and times for crashes. Over the past three years, the City of Menifee has experienced a fluctuating number of DUI related crashes.
In FY22, Menifee had 93 DUI related traffic crashes, with 67 occurring during the weekdays, and 26 occurring during the weekend. The highest times of day for DUI crashes were between 1000-1059, 1700-1759, 1800- 1859, 2000-2059, and 2100-2159. 29 of those crashes resulted in injury, and 2 resulted in fatalities.
During FY 23, Menifee saw an increase of DUI crashes to 122 DUI related traffic crashes, with 78 occurring during the weekdays and 44 occurring during the weekend. The highest times of day for DUI crashes were 0100-0159, 1500-1559, 1800-1859, 1900-1959, 2100-2159, and 2300-2359. 48 of those crashes resulted in injury, and 2 resulted in fatalities.
In FY24, Menifee had a significant decrease in DUI related crashes from 122 the previous year to 77 in FY24. 44 of these crashes occurred during the weekday and 33 occurred during the weekend. The highest times for DUI crashes were 0300-0359, 1800-1859, and 2000-2059. 26 of those crashes resulted in injury and 0 resulted in fatality.
The Menifee Police Department made approximately 137 DUI arrests during FY24, a decrease from 182 DUI arrests the previous year. However, coupled with the decrease in DUI crashes, the change in DUI arrests maintains a consistent pattern.
Proposed Solution:
As we have all seen as recently as 2020 during the pandemic, it is extremely important for departments to maintain a high police presence in the area of DUI enforcement and education to continue to combat DUI related crashes. To address this, the Menifee Police Department continues to place a high priority on officer training, community outreach, and community education, while the City of Menifee continues to place a high priority in improving the roadway infrastructure. The ability for the Menifee Police Department to partner with the CHP Cannabis Grant Unit would allow the City of Menifee to continue to focus on city infrastructure and total staffing of the police department, while allowing the department to supplement the number of officers available to conduct DUI enforcement and education.
Schedule A
The City of Menifee has shown a strong desire to increase police presence as we have increased our total staffing from approximately 59 officers on July 1, 2020, to a police force of approximately 93 sworn officers today. This total includes a traffic unit of 1 Sergeant, 6 Motorcycle Officers, and one Traffic CSO. Our commitment to the city and to traffic safety is evident and we hope to foster a successful partnership with the CHP Cannabis Grant Unit to support our shared goal of reducing DUI crashes.
Our goal is to utilize the approved funding from the CHP Cannabis Grant to conduct DUI operations, as well as the purchasing of equipment needed to safely complete these operations. Since our inception in 2020, we have sent more than 22 officers to SFST and/or ARIDE courses. We intend to continue this trend and will continue to host SFST and ARIDE courses at the Menifee Police Station this year. We plan on growing our total number of SFST and ARIDE trained officers and increase the number of DUI offenders taken off the streets.
With the increased number of SFST trained officers, we have become better equipped to conduct DUI Checkpoints and DUI Saturations. In years past, we have had success with DUI Checkpoints as both a learning tool, and an enforcement tool. In certain areas of the city, our checkpoints, while mainly focused on education, have seen higher than normal numbers of DUI arrests. This highlights the effectiveness of DUI checkpoints and validates not only their education efforts but has also resulted in countless lives saved and offenders taken off the streets. We are requesting the funding for each checkpoint to staff an appropriate number of personnel to assist with the high vehicle volume and increase officer safety. We will continue to make advance notice and social media outreach a priority and increase our outreach to not only our community, but those around us. Similarly, by conducting an increased number of DUI Saturations, we hope to show a larger enforcement presence in the community, which will hopefully res ult in increased compliance to DUI related laws.
Further, we are requesting funding to purchase 60 Toxoptix X3 penlights. These lights, while designed with a DRE evaluation in mind, can be an invaluable tool in any patrol officers posse box during DUI investigations.
The penlight has multiple functions including a red, warm white, and UV lights, as well as timers for different portions of SFSTs. It includes a 15 second timer for equal tracking, 30 second timer for smooth pursuit, 90 second timer for distinct and sustained HGN and maximum deviation, a timer for testing onset prior to 45 degrees, and to test VGN. This invaluable tool will ensure officers are completing the HGN test in the correct amount of time and can result in stronger investigations and a higher conviction rate. We would be deploying these lights to all personnel who work patrol, traffic, or DUI enforcement.
We are also requesting funding to purchase 2 packs of 45 metal IPTM DRE/DUI reference cards to be used in the field. These cards would assist our personnel in having a pocket sized DRE/DUI guide to keep in the field in situations where carrying a larger form would be unfavorable during DUI investigations.
Performance Measures/Scope of Work
18 DUI Saturation Patrols (Q1 = 4, Q2 = 4, Q3 = 5, Q4 = 5): Aim to reduce DUI/DUID deaths by 10%, which will improve roadway safety in the community.
2 DUI Checkpoints (Q1 = 1, Q4 = 1): Aim to reduce DUI/DUID by 10% which will reduce the number of impaired drivers in the community.
2 Educational Presentations at local high schools (Q1 = 1, Q3 = 1): Aim to contact at least 200 students each quarter to increase awareness of driving under the influence. The presentations will educate students on the implications of driving impaired.
60 Toxoptic X3 flashlights (Q1 = Purchase, Q=2 Receive, Q2-Q4 = deploy in the field during patrol, DUI Saturations, and DUI Checkpoints). Used to assist officers in the field for DUI investigations and to ensure the proper timing is followed in the HGN test.
2 pack of 45 IPTM DRE/DUI Reference Cards (Q1 = Purchase, Q=2 Receive, Q2- Q4 = deploy in the field during patrol, DUI Saturations, and DUI Checkpoints). Used to assist officers in the field for DUI investigations.
Schedule A
Send 5 Officers to SFST training. This course is held in different locations and funding for the training may be needed based on availability at a preferred location. The first option is an in-house training at the Menifee Police Department, held in July. However, if we cannot get the required number of personnel into this course, our second option is to send officers to the joint SFST/ARIDE training through Cavanaugh and Associated in Laguna Woods. The reasoning for this location is due to previous experience of a positive training course, which includes court testimony and a presentation from either a defense attorney or district attorney.
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end 5 Officers to ARIDE training. This course is held in different locations and funding for the training may be needed based on availability at a preferred location. The first option is an in- house training at the Menifee Police Department, held in July. However, if we cannot get the required number of personnel into this course, our second option is to send officers to the joint SFST/ARIDE training through Cavanaugh and Associated in Laguna Woods. The reasoning for this location is due to previous experience of a positive training course, which includes court testimony and a presentation from either a defense attorney or district attorney.
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roject Performance Evaluation
The Menifee Police Department employs the Crossroads crash report writing software, complemented by an integrated analytics suite. Within this framework, DUI crash data will be systematically extracted from the analytics program and meticulously compared to data from the preceding three fiscal years. This analysis will discern any notable fluctuations, whether an increase, decrease, or stability in statistical trends over the specified period.
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he generated reports from Crossroads possess the flexibility to be disseminated externally upon request, facilitating seamless reporting processes. Additionally, leveraging the Peregrine analytics program, our department will proactively monitor the geographical distribution of DUI crashes to pinpoint hot spots. This strategic approach enables us to focus our resources and interventions effectively in areas where they are most needed.
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rogram Sustainability
The Menifee Police Department has demonstrated a commitment to enhancing its services for the benefit of the community and commuters passing through our jurisdiction. Established in 2020 with an initial staffing authorization of 59 sworn positions, the department commenced operations on July 1, 2020, with 40 of these positions filled. Over time, our team has expanded significantly, currently employing 91 sworn officers out of 93 authorized positions, in addition to 33 professional staff members dedicated to supporting our mission. The ongoing support from the City of Menifee has enabled the department to augment its personnel, with plans for further expansion in the near future.
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otably, the Menifee Police Traffic Unit, comprising 1 Sergeant, 6 motor officers, and one Traffic Community Service Officer, has undergone considerable growth, facilitating increased traffic and DUI enforcement efforts within Menifee. We have a strong group of more than 45 officers who are both SFST and ARIDE qualified and are looking to add to those numbers. We are also looking to bolster our DRE program to ensure we have a sufficient number of officers on the streets who are well versed in identifying and investigation DUID cases.
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urthermore, the City of Menifee's substantial investment of over $400 million in infrastructure and traffic improvements over the next five years underscores its dedication to enhancing roadway safety for residents and visitors alike.
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dministrative Support
Oversight of our Cannabis Grant will be entrusted to Sergeant Bloch and Budget and Grants Analyst (BGA) Christine Booker, both possessing four years of experience managing OTS grants within the Menifee Police Department and one year managing the CHP Cannabis Grant. BGA Christine Booker brings additional expertise garnered from managing various other grants during her tenure at Menifee PD and her prior agency. Lieutenant Keith will assume responsibility for overseeing the Cannabis Grant project. Furthermore, the recent addition of a community engagement specialist has augmented our outreach endeavors and bolstered our social media presence, thereby enhancing grant compliance and support. Our Chief of Police, Chris Karrer, and Operations Captain, Dave Gutierrez, boast extensive experience in grant oversight, having been involved in the administration of the OTS grant and numerous other grants throughout their careers.
Schedule A
Presently, the Menifee Police Department is equipped with a DUI Trailer, which sees utilization at all DUI Checkpoints. Additionally, we possess a message board and several DUI Checkpoint compliant signs to ensure adherence to legal standards outlined in Ingersoll vs. Palmer. Our personnel are committed to the efficiency of DUI Checkpoints, with Lieutenant Keith, Sergeant Beare, Sergeant Bloch, Sergeant Norwood, and five motor officers having undergone training in DUI Checkpoint Management. Our objective is to extend this training to all members of the traffic unit, alongside a core group of supervisors and managers, to ensure comprehensive proficiency in DUI Checkpoint Management.
Schedule B
Detailed Budget Estimate
Award Number Organization/Agency Total Amount
23418 City of Menifee on Behalf of Menifee
Police Department $96,909.52
Cost Category Line Item Name Total Cost to Grant
Other Direct Costs
IPTM DRE DUI Reference Cards $175.00
DRE UV Flashlight $7,200.00
SFST/ARIDE Registration $3,100.00
Category Sub-Total $10,475.00
Personnel
DUI/DL Checkpoint $28,865.45
DUI Saturation Patrol $32,514.77
Education/Outreach $3,017.50
Backfill $17,917.00
Category Sub-Total $82,314.72
Travel
SFST/ARIDE Training $4,119.80
Category Sub-Total $4,119.80
Grant Total $96,909.52
Schedule B-1
Budget Narrative
Menifee Police Department
Prior to engaging in grant-funded Saturation Patrols, DUI Checkpoints, or other enforcement activities in areas where the grantee does not have primary traffic jurisdiction, the grantee should consult with the agency having primary traffic jurisdiction.
Other Direct Costs
SFST/ARIDE Registration
$3,100.00
5 officers, $620 tuition per person
SFST/ARIDE training through Cavanaugh and Associated in Laguna Woods DRE UV Flashlight
$7,200.00
DRE UV Flashlights 60 flashlights $120 each. DRE Flashlights to be used by all sworn personnel at DUI checkpoints and DUI saturations for field sobriety tests.
IPTM DRE DUI Reference Cards
$175.00
IPTM DRE DUI Reference Cards 2 packs of 45 each for $87.50 per pack.
Personnel
DUI/DL Checkpoint
$28,865.45
2 DUI/DL Checkpoints= $28,865.45
3 Lt/Sgt per patrol/ Lt/Sgt = OT + benefits $123.53 per hour 8 hour per patrol/ 16 hours per Lt/Sgt 6 Officer per patrol/ Officer= OT + benefits $94.30 per hour 8 hour per patrol/ 16 hours per Officer 7 Officer per patrol/ Officer= OT + benefits $94.30 per hour 6 hour per patrol/ 12 hours per Officer 2 CSO's per patrol/ CSO's= OT + benefits $72.70 per hour 8 hour per patrol/ 16 hours per CSO's 1 Records Technician per patrol/ Records Technician= OT + benefits $68.48 per hour 7 hour per patrol/ 14 hours per Records Technician
1 CSI per patrol/ CSI= OT + benefits $76.80 per hour 7 hour per patrol/ 14 hours per CSI 1 Dispatcher per patrol/ Dispatcher= OT + benefits $114.43 per hour 7 hour per patrol/ 14 hours per Dispatcher DUI Saturation Patrol
$32,514.77
19 DUI Saturation Events= $36,466.56
3 Events will be staffed with only Lt/Sgt, and 15 events will be staffed with only officers 2 Lt/Sgt per patrol/ Lt/Sgt = OT + benefits $123.53 per hour 8 hour per patrol/ 40 hours per Lt/Sgt 2 Officer per patrol/ Officer= OT + benefits $94.30 per hour 8 hour per patrol/ 120 hours per Officer Education/Outreach
$3,017.50
2 Traffic Safety Education= $3,017.50
5 Officer per patrol/ Officer= OT + benefits $94.30 per hour 4 hour per patrol/ 8hours per Officer Backfill
$17,917.00
Training backfill for patrol officers= $17,917.00/ 5 officers SFST/ARIDE Training/ Officer =OT $94.30 per hour 38 hours per course/ 190 hours total
Schedule B-1
Budget Narrative
Menifee Police Department
Prior to engaging in grant-funded Saturation Patrols, DUI Checkpoints, or other enforcement activities in areas where the grantee does not have primary traffic jurisdiction, the grantee should consult with the agency having primary traffic jurisdiction.
Travel
SFST/ARIDE Training
$4,119.80
SFST/ARIDE Training= $4,119.80 Laguna Woods, CA 5 officers, Per Diem= $59 per day/ 5 days = $295 per person Lodging= $132.24 per night/ 4 nights = $528.96 per person