12.B Report Military Equipment Annual Report 2026 — Pismo Beach City Council, May 5, 2026

PISMO BEACH CITY COUNCIL STAF REPOR
Agenda Item #12.B
Meetin Date: Ma 5, 2026

TITLE:

Annual Military Equipment Report Per California Assembly Bill 481

RECOMMENDATION:

1. Receive the Annual Report on the City’s Military Equipment Use Policy;

2. Adopt a Resolution renewing the City’s Military Equipment Use Policy and Ordinance pursuant to Government Code §§7070–7075.

DISCUSSION:

Assembly Bill 481 (AB 481), codified at Government Code sections 7070 through 7075, requires a law enforcement agency (LEA) to obtain approval from the applicable governing body, via adoption of a “military equipment” use policy by ordinance, prior to the LEA funding, acquiring, or using military equipment as defined by the bill.

On April 5, 2022, the Council adopted Ordinance O-2022-003 (Military Equipment Use Policy Ordinance), codified as Pismo Beach Municipal Code Chapter 9.26, in accordance with the requirements of AB 481. The bill requires that staff return to the Council annually to provide a report on the City’s Military Equipment Policy and identify any necessary updates to the Policy (Attachment 2). The bill also requires staff to report any complaint(s) or concern(s) regarding the use of the equipment, results of any internal audits on the use of the equipment, the annual costs for the equipment, the quantity possessed by the agency, and the intention to purchase additional equipment in the following year.

Staff reviewed department records and determined there were no complaints or concerns regarding the use of military equipment in 2025. An internal audit (Attachment 3) was completed for calendar year 2025 documenting equipment use, annual costs, and inventory. The audit confirmed there were no violations of the City’s Military Equipment Policy.

Use of Equipment in 2025

Purposes of Deployment
The use of military equipment during the reporting period was limited. The Department’s Mobile Command Vehicle was deployed seven times. Two deployments were for command and control functions at pre-planned large-scale community events, specifically the Fourth of July celebration and the Just Cruzin’ Classic Car Show. One deployment supported the South County Regional SWAT Team by providing supplemental command and control during an operation in Paso Robles. The remaining four deployments were for community-oriented events, including Pizza on the Pier, Holiday Harmony, the Easter Eggstravaganza, and the Central Coast Chapter of Cops and Kids Field Day.

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The Department’s Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) (drone) was deployed twice during the reporting period. One deployment supported environmental protection and fire mitigation efforts in open space areas that are difficult to access by conventional means.

The second deployment assisted in the search for a missing juvenile.

Patrol rifles, 40mm launchers, and PepperBall systems were deployed solely for training and qualification purposes. There were no other uses of military equipment during the reporting period.

Policy Compliance
All deployments were consistent with approved uses outlined in Department policy and were conducted for public safety, operational coordination, and community engagement purposes.

Cost
The total annual cost for the Department’s military equipment program for calendar year 2025 was minimal. No acquisition costs were incurred during this reporting period.

Personnel costs were limited to on-duty staff and did not result in additional staffing or overtime expenditures. Training was conducted in-house by certified instructors and did not require additional staffing or overtime. Fuel costs for the Mobile Command Vehicle were estimated by its use.

Funding for the military equipment program will continue to be provided through the Department’s existing operating budget.

Future Purchases
Staff does not intend to purchase additional military equipment in the upcoming year.

Community Outreach
The Annual Military Equipment Report was posted on the Police Department’s page of the City’s website on April 16, 2026, and will remain available for public review for as long as the equipment covered by the Policy is in use. The Department conducted a well- publicized community engagement meeting on April 24, 2026, in the City Council Chamber. The meeting was publicized in advance through the City’s website, the Department’s social media platforms, and the public notice board located outside City Hall. Members of the public were provided with an opportunity to ask questions and offer comments regarding the Department’s use of military equipment. No public comments or questions were received.

Conclusion and Recommendation
Staff recommends Council receive this report and adopt a resolution (Attachment 1) authorizing the renewal of Ordinance O-2022-003.

FISCAL IMPACT:

There is no direct fiscal impact from accepting the Annual Military Equipment Report.

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ATTACHMENTS:

1.Resolution

2.Pismo Beach Police Department Military Equipment Policy 707

3.Pismo Beach Police Department Military Use, Quantity, and Cost Audit Prepared by:

Dan Herlihy, Commander
Submitted by: Jeff Smith, Chief of Police
City Manager Approval:

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R-2026-___
RESOLUTION NO. R-2026-XXX

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PISMO BEACH, CALIFORNIA RENEWING THE CITY’S MILITARY EQUIPMENT USE POLICY AND ORDINANCE PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE §§7070–7075
WHEREAS, Assembly Bill 481, codified at California Government Code §7070–7075, requires law enforcement agencies to obtain approval for the use of military equipment and to annually report on such use; and
WHEREAS, the City Council on April 5, 2022 adopted a Military Equipment Use Policy by ordinance, governing the use, acquisition, and oversight of military equipment by the Pismo Beach Police Department; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to California Government Code § 7071(e)(1), the City Council must annually review the Police Department’s military equipment use and determine whether to renew the authorization for such use; and
WHEREAS, the Police Department has submitted its Annual Military Equipment Report for calendar year 2025 in accordance with California Government Code §7072; and WHEREAS, pursuant to California Government Code §7072(a), the Annual Military Equipment Report has been made publicly available on the Pismo Beach Police Department’s internet website; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to California Government Code §7072(b), the Pismo Beach Police Department held a well-publicized community engagement meeting on April 24, 2026, at which members of the public were afforded the opportunity to discuss and ask questions regarding the Annual Military Equipment Report and the Department’s funding, acquisition, and use of military equipment; and
WHEREAS, the Annual Military Equipment Report includes information regarding the use of military equipment, any complaints or concerns received, the results of internal audits, the annual costs, and the quantity of equipment possessed.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Pismo Beach as follows:

1. The City Council has reviewed the Police Department’s Annual Military Equipment Report for calendar year 2025.

2. Pursuant to California Government Code §7071 subdivision (e)(2), the City Council finds that each type of military equipment identified in the Military Equipment Use Policy has complied with the standards for approval set forth in subdivision (d) of that section.

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Attachment 1

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R-2026-___

3. The City Council hereby renews the Military Equipment Use Policy and Ordinance O-2022-003, codified as Pismo Beach Municipal Code Chapter 9.26, authorizing the use of military equipment by the Pismo Beach Police Department.

UPON MOTION OF Council Member , seconded by Council Member , the foregoing resolution was adopted by the City Council of the City of Pismo Beach this 5th day of May 2026, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

RECUSED:

Approved: Attest:

________________________ ________________________
Ed Waage, Mayor Erica Inderlied, City Clerk

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and official seal of the City of Pismo Beach on _______________________.

________________________
Erica Inderlied, City Clerk

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Attachment 1

Policy
707 Pismo Beach Police Department
Pismo Beach PD Policy Manual
Copyright Lexipol, LLC 2026/04/16, All Rights Reserved.

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707.1 PURPOSE AND SCOPE
This policy establishes guidelines for the acquisition, funding, use and reporting of "military equipment", as the term is defined in Government Code section 7070. This policy is provided to fulfill the obligations set forth in Assembly Bill No. 481. These obligations include but are not limited to seeking approval on specific items deemed to be military equipment and requirements related to compliance, annual reporting, cataloging, and complaints regarding these items. 707.1.1 DEFINITIONS
Definitions related to this policy include (Government Code § 7070):

Governing body – The elected or appointed body that oversees the Department.

Military equipment – Includes but is not limited to the following:
•Unmanned, remotely piloted, powered aerial or ground vehicles. •Mine-resistant ambush-protected (MRAP) vehicles or armored personnel carriers. •High mobility multipurpose wheeled vehicles (HMMWV), two-and-one-half-ton trucks, five-ton trucks, or wheeled vehicles that have a breaching or entry apparatus attached. •Tracked armored vehicles that provide ballistic protection to their occupants. •Command and control vehicles that are either built or modified to facilitate the operational control and direction of public safety units. •Weaponized aircraft, vessels, or vehicles of any kind. •Battering rams, slugs, and breaching apparatuses that are explosive in nature. This does not include a handheld, one-person ram.
•Firearms and ammunition of_.50 caliber or greater, excluding standard-issue shotguns and standard-issue shotgun ammunition.
•Specialized firearms and ammunition of less than_.50 caliber, including firearms and accessories identified as assault weapons in Penal Code § 30510 and Penal Code § 30515, with the exception of standard-issue firearms.
•Any firearm or firearm accessory that is designed to launch explosive projectiles. •Noise-flash diversionary devices and explosive breaching tools. •Munitions containing tear gas or OC, excluding standard, service-issued handheld pepper spray.
•Area denial electroshock devices, microwave weapons, water cannons, long-range acoustic devices (LRADs), acoustic hailing devices, and sound cannons. •Kinetic energy weapons and munitions.
•Any other equipment as determined by a governing body or a state agency to require additional oversight.

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Attachment 2

Pismo Beach Police Department
Pismo Beach PD Policy Manual
Military Equipment
Copyright Lexipol, LLC 2026/04/16, All Rights Reserved.

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It is the policy of the Pismo Beach Police Department that there are legally enforceable safeguards, including transparency, oversight, and accountability measures in place to protect the public's welfare, safety, civil rights, and civil liberties before military equipment is funded, acquired, or used.

Members of the Pismo Beach Police Department shall comply with the provisions of Government Code § 7071 with respect to military equipment.
707.3 MILITARY EQUIPMENT COORDINATOR
The Chief of Police should designate a member of this department to act as the military equipment coordinator. The responsibilities of the military equipment coordinator include but are not limited to:
(a) Acting as liaison to the governing body for matters related to the requirements of this policy.
(b) Identifying department equipment that qualifies as military equipment in the current possession of the Department, or the equipment the Department intends to acquire that requires approval by the governing body.
(c) Conducting an inventory of all military equipment at least annually. (d) Collaborating with any allied agency that may use military equipment within the jurisdiction of Pismo Beach Police Department (Government Code § 7071). (e) Preparing for, scheduling, and coordinating the annual community engagement meeting to include:

1. Publicizing the details of the meeting.

2. Preparing for public questions regarding the department’s funding, acquisition, and use of equipment.
(f) Preparing the annual military equipment report for submission to the Chief of Police and ensuring that the report is made available on the department website (Government Code § 7072).
(g) Establishing the procedure for a person to register a complaint or concern, or how that person may submit a question about the use of a type of military equipment, and how the Department will respond in a timely manner.
707.4 FUNDING
The Department shall seek council approval for military equipment, including, but not limited to, applying for a grant, soliciting or accepting private, local, state, or federal funds, in-kind donations, or other donations or transfers.

The Department has authority to apply for funding prior to obtaining council approval in the case of exigent circumstances. The Department shall obtain council approval as soon as practicable. 707.5 MILITARY EQUIPMENT INVENTORY
The following constitutes a list of qualifying equipment for the Department:

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Attachment 2

Pismo Beach Police Department
Pismo Beach PD Policy Manual
Military Equipment
Copyright Lexipol, LLC 2026/04/16, All Rights Reserved.

Published with permission by Pismo Beach Police Department ***DRAFT***Military Equipment - 3 (a)Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)

1. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost of current UAS. (a) DJI Dual Enterprise Advanced

1. Cost: $5,500

2. Quantity: 1

3. Description: UAS that has color and infrared recording camera in addition to a detachable speaker and light. Approximately 30 minutes of flight time.

2. Purpose: To be used for aerial views of major crimes scenes, accident scenes, missing person searches, natural disaster management, SWAT or tactical missions, interior and exterior searches.

3. Authorized Use: Only assigned and trained UAS Pilots are authorized to operate PBPD UAS systems. All PBPD Pilots are certified by the FAA.

4. Life Span: 3-5 years.

5. Fiscal Impact: Annual maintenance and battery replacement is approximately $1500.

6. Training: All PBPD UAS operators are licensed by the Federal Aviation Administration for UAS operations. Additionally, each operator must complete the PBPD training course.

7. Legal and Procedural Rules: Use is established under FAA Regulation 14 CFR Part 107, and the PBPD UAS policy. It is the policy of the PBPD to utilize UAS only for official law enforcement purposes, and in a manner that respects the privacy of our community, pursuant to State and Federal law. (b)Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)

1. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost of current UAS. (a) DJI Dual Enterprise Advanced

1. Cost: $5,500

2. Quantity: 1

3. Description: UAS that has color and infrared recording camera in addition to a detachable speaker and light. Approximately 30 minutes of flight time.

2. Purpose: To be used for aerial views of major crimes scenes, accident scenes, missing person searches, natural disaster management, SWAT or tactical missions, interior and exterior searches.

3. Authorized Use: Only assigned and trained UAS Pilots are authorized to operate PBPD UAS systems. All PBPD Pilots are certified by the FAA.

4. Life Span: 3-5 years.

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Attachment 2

Pismo Beach Police Department
Pismo Beach PD Policy Manual
Military Equipment
Copyright Lexipol, LLC 2026/04/16, All Rights Reserved.

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5. Fiscal Impact: Annual maintenance and battery replacement is approximately $1500.

6. Training: All PBPD UAS operators are licensed by the Federal Aviation Administration for UAS operations. Additionally, each operator must complete the PBPD training course.

1. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost. (a) 2021 LDV Command Vehicle

1. Cost: $378,000

2. Quantity: 1

3. Description: 32-foot self-sustained gas powered mobile command vehicle with dispatch capabilities and command and control office space.

2. Purpose: To be used as a mobile command post for large incidents, crime scenes, community events, emergencies, and tactical situations.

3. Authorized Use: Only officers trained the operation of the mobile command vehicle may drive/operate the vehicle.

4. Lifespan: 30 years.

5. Fiscal Impact: Annual Maintenance of $1000.

6. Training: Drivers/Operators of the MCV shall have approved PBPD training and appropriate State of California drivers license.

7. Legal and Procedural Rules: It is the policy of the Department to use the Mobile Command Vehicle only for official law enforcement purposes, and in accordance with California State law regarding the operation of motor vehicles. (d)40mm Launchers and Rounds

1. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost. (a) Defense Technology, 40mm single shot launcher.

1. Cost: $870

2. Quantity: 8

3. Description: Single shot launcher that fires standard 40mm less lethal ammunition.

2. Purpose: To limit escalation of conflict where employment of lethal force is prohibited or undesirable.

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Attachment 2

Pismo Beach Police Department
Pismo Beach PD Policy Manual
Military Equipment
Copyright Lexipol, LLC 2026/04/16, All Rights Reserved.

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3. Authorized Use: Situations for which the launchers may be used may include, but are not limited to:
(a) Self-destructive, dangerous, and/or combative behavior. (b) Riot/crowd control and civil unrest.
(c) Circumstances where a tactical advantage can be obtained. (d) Potentially vicious animals.
(e) Training exercised or approved demonstrations.

4. Lifespan: 15 years.

5. Fiscal Impact: Annual maintenance is estimated to be $100 annually.

6. Training: Sworn members using 40mm less lethal munitions are trained in their use by POST Certified instructors.

7. Legal and Procedural Rules: It is the policy of the PBPD to utilize the 40mm only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law, including those regarding the use of force
(e)Less Lethal PepperBall Launcher

1. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost (a) PepperBall Launcher

1. Cost: $1,000

2. Quantity: 2

3. Description:PepperBall, Compressed-air powered launcher designed to fire non-lethal PepperBall projectiles.
(b) PepperBall Live Projectile

1. Cost: $1.00 per round

2. Quantity:500

3. Description: Non-lethal ½ inch round projectile for direct impact or area saturation. Discharged from a PepperBall Launcher, the projectile has a velocity of 280-425 FPS. The projectile has a direct impact of 150ft and an area of saturation of 390+ft. The projectile contains 2.5% PAVA powder.
(c) PepperBall Glass Breaker Projectile

1. Cost: $2.00 per round

2. Quantity:20

3. Description: Non-lethal ½ inch round projectile for direct impact to break glass to allow the deployment of PepperBall Live Projectile.

Discharged from a PepperBall Launcher, the projectile has a velocity of 280-425 FPS and is designed to break glass.

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Pismo Beach Police Department
Pismo Beach PD Policy Manual
Military Equipment
Copyright Lexipol, LLC 2026/04/16, All Rights Reserved.

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2. Purpose: To limit escalation of conflict where employment of lethal force is prohibited or undesirable

3. Authorized Use: Situations for which the launchers/bean bags may be used may include, but are not limited to:
(a) Self-destructive, dangerous, and/or combative behavior (b) Riot/crowd control and civil unrest
(c) Circumstances where a tactical advantage can be obtained (d) Potentially vicious animals
(e) Training exercised or approved demonstrations

4. Lifespan:
(a) PepperBall Launcher- 15 years.
(b) PepperBall Live Projectile- 3 years.
(c) PepperBall Glass Breaker Projectile-5 years from date of manufacture.

5. Fiscal Impact: Annual maintenance is estimated to be $100 annually

6. Training: Sworn members using 40mm less lethal munitions are trained in their use by POST Certified instructors

7. Legal and Procedural Rules: It is the policy of the PBPD to utilize the PepperBall Launcher only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law, including those regarding the use of force (f)Rifles

1. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost (a) Colt M-4.223/5.56mm Caliber

1. Cost: $1300

2. Quantity: 3

3. Description: Guns that are fired from shoulder level, having a long spiral grooved barrel intended to make bullets spin and thereby have greater accuracy over a long distance.
(b) Colt AR-15.223/5.56mm Caliber

1. Cost: $1,500

2. Quantity: 1

1. Cost: $1,000
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Pismo Beach Police Department
Pismo Beach PD Policy Manual
Military Equipment
Copyright Lexipol, LLC 2026/04/16, All Rights Reserved.

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2. Quantity: 16

1. Cost: $1,000

2. Quantity: 2

1. Cost: $1,500

2. Quantity: 2

1. Cost: $1,000

2. Quantity: 2

1. Cost: $5,000

2. Quantity: 1

1. Cost: $1,500

2. Quantity: 2

3. Description: Guns that are fired from shoulder level, having a long spiral grooved barrel intended to make bullets spin and thereby have greater accuracy over a long distance.

2. Purpose: To be used as precision weapons to address a threat with more precision and/or greater distances than a handgun.

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3. Authorized Use: Use is limited to PBPD officers that are POST certified and trained in rifle use.

4. Lifespan: 20 years.

5. Fiscal Impact: Annual maintenance for the rifle is approximately $100.

6. Training: Prior to using a rifle, officers must be trained by POST instructors and must pass an annual qualification.

7. Legal and Procedural Rules: It is the policy of the PBPD to utilize rifiles only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law, including those regarding the use of force.
(g)Distraction Devices

1. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost (a) Defense Tech Low Roll Distraction Device

1. Cost: $50

2. Quantity: 9

3. Description: Distraction device that delivers a loud "bang" and flashing light.

2. Purpose: A distraction device is commonly used when trying to distract dangerous suspects during emergency situations such as hostage calls, search warrants, and violent crimes. These devices use atmospheric over-pressure and brilliant white light to temporarily distract for a tactical advantage.

3. Authorized Use: Distraction devices are only to be used by trained operators.

These devices are commonly used in high-risk situations commonly handled by a SWAT team.

4. Lifespan: No expiration.

5. Fiscal Impact: No annual maintenance.

6. Training: Prior to use, officers must attend and pass training provided by a POST certified instructor.

7. Legal and Procedural Rules: It is the policy of the PBPD to utilize distraction devices only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law, including those regarding the use of force. (h)Tear Gas

1. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost (a) Defense Tech Riot Control Discharge Grenade, OC

1. Cost: $35/each

2. Quantity:20

3. Description: Delivers large plumes of smoke and OC agent.

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2. Purpose: To limit the escalation of conflict where employment of lethal force of prohibited or undesirable.

3. Authorized Use: Only officers trained in the use of chemical agents by a POST certified trainer are authorized to deploy chemical agents.

4. Lifespan: 5 years from manufacturing date.

5. Fiscal Impact: No annual maintenance.

6. Training: Sworn members using chemical agents are to attend a POST certified training prior to use.

7. Legal and Procedural Rules: It is the policy of the PBPD to utilize tear gas only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law, including those regarding the use of force.
(i)Less Lethal Shotgun

1. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost. (a) Remington 870 Less Lethal Shotgun.

1. Cost: $900

2. Quantity: 2

3. Description: The Remington 870 Less Lethal Shotgun is used to deploy the less lethal 12-gauge Super-Sock 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. The shotgun is distinguishable by an orange butt stock and fore grip. (b) Defense Technologies Beanbag round

1. Cost: $5

2. Quantity: 10

3. Description: A less lethal 2.4-inch 12-gauge shotgun round firing a ballistic fiber bag filled with 40 grams of lead shot at a velocity of 270-290 feet per second (FPS).

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

3. Authorized Use: Situations for use of the less lethal weapon systems may include, but are not limited to:
(a) Self-destructive, dangerous and/or combative individuals. (b) Riot/crowd control and civil unrest incidents.
(c) Circumstances where a tactical advantage can be obtained. (d) Potentially vicious animals.
(e) Training exercises or approved demonstrations.

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4. Lifespan:
(a) Remington 870 Less Lethal Shotgun- 25 years.
(b) Defense Technologies Beanbag round- No expiration.

5. Fiscal Impact: Annual maintenance is approximately $50.00 for each shotgun.

6. Training: All officers are trained in the 12 gauge less lethal shotgun as a less lethal option by in-service training. SWAT personnel receive additional training internally when they transfer to the unit. SWAT operators who utilize these munitions have been through and successfully completed a POST approved school.

7. Legal and Procedural Rules: It is the policy of the PBPD to utilize the Less Lethal Shotguns only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law, including those regarding the use of force. 707.6 APPROVAL
The Chief of Police or the authorized designee shall obtain approval from the governing body by way of an ordinance adopting the military equipment policy. As part of the approval process, the Chief of Police or the authorized designee shall ensure the proposed military equipment policy is submitted to the governing body and is available on the department website at least 30 days prior to any public hearing concerning the military equipment at issue (Government Code § 7071). The military equipment policy must be approved by the governing body prior to engaging in any of the following (Government Code § 7071):
(a) Requesting military equipment made available pursuant to 10 USC § 2576a. (b) Seeking funds for military equipment, including but not limited to applying for a grant, soliciting or accepting private, local, state, or federal funds, in-kind donations, or other donations or transfers.
(c) Acquiring military equipment either permanently or temporarily, including by borrowing or leasing.
(d) Collaborating with another law enforcement agency in the deployment or other use of military equipment within the jurisdiction of this department. (e) Using any new or existing military equipment for a purpose, in a manner, or by a person not previously approved by the governing body.
(f) Soliciting or responding to a proposal for, or entering into an agreement with, any other person or entity to seek funds for, apply to receive, acquire, use, or collaborate in the use of military equipment.
(g) Acquiring military equipment through any means not provided above. 707.7 COORDINATION WITH OTHER JURISDICTIONS
The Pismo Beach Police Department participates in the San Luis Obispo County Regional Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team and works closely with other local, county, state, and federal Council Agenda 5-5-2026 12.B-15
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Published with permission by Pismo Beach Police Department ***DRAFT***Military Equipment - 11 law enforcement partners. In planned or exigent circumstances, and with the approval of the Chief of Police or their designee, military equipment may be deployed by these law enforcement partners to promote the safety and security of Pismo Beach community members. These agencies will have their own "Military Equipment" policy approved by their respective governing body. While operating in the jurisdiction of the City of Pismo Beach, the respective agencies will adhere to their department policy governing the use of military equipment. The Chief of Police or their designee will provide information during the annual report on the use of military equipment within the city limits of Pismo Beach by other law enforcement partners during Pismo Beach Police Department operational incidents.
707.8 MILITARY EQUIPMENT USE CONSIDERATIONS
The military equipment acquired and authorized by the Department is:
(a) Necessary because there is no reasonable alternative that can achieve the same objective of officer and civilian safety.
(b) Reasonably cost effective compared to available alternatives that can achieve the same objective of officer and civilian safety.

Military equipment shall only be used by a Department employee only after applicable training, including any course required by the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training, has been completed, unless exigent circumstances arise.
707.9 ANNUAL REPORT
Upon approval of a military equipment policy, the Chief of Police or the authorized designee shall submit a military equipment report to the governing body for each type of military equipment approved within one year of approval, and annually thereafter for as long as the military equipment is available for use (Government Code § 7072).

The Chief of Police or the authorized designee shall also make each annual military equipment report publicly available on the department website for as long as the military equipment is available for use. The report shall include all information required by Government Code § 7072 for the preceding calendar year for each type of military equipment in department inventory.

The annual military equipment report shall, at a minimum, include the following information for the immediately preceding calendar year for each type of military equipment:
(a) A summary of how the military equipment was used and the purpose of its use. (b) A summary of any complaint or concern received concerning the military equipment. (c) The results of any internal audits, any information about violations of the military equipment use policy, and any actions taken in response. (d) The total annual cost for each type of military equipment, including acquisition, personnel, training, transportation, maintenance, storage, upgrade, and other ongoing costs, and from what source funds will be provided for the military equipment in the calendar year following submission of the annual military equipment report.

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Published with permission by Pismo Beach Police Department ***DRAFT***Military Equipment - 12 (e) The quantity possessed for each type of military equipment. 707.10 COMPLIANCE
The Operations Commander will ensure that all Department members comply with this policy. The Operations Commander will conduct an annual audit with the assistance of the Support Services Commander. The Chief of Police or designee will be notified of any policy violations and, if needed, the violation(s) will be referred to the Internal Affairs Division and handled in accordance with Policy 1019. Violations of this policy shall be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment. All instances of non-compliance will be reported to City Council via the annual military equipment report.

Any member of the public can register a questions or concern regarding military use equipment by contacting the Pismo Beach Police Department's Operations Commander. A response to the question or concern shall be completed by the Operations Commander within 30 days.

Any member of the public can submit a complaint to any member of the Department and in any form (i.e. in person, telephone, email, etc.). Once the complaint is received, it should be routed to the Internal Affairs Division in accordance with Policy 1019 (Personnel Complaints). 707.11 COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Within 30 days of submitting and publicly releasing the annual report, the Department shall hold at least one well-publicized and conveniently located community engagement meeting, at which the Department should discuss the report and respond to public questions regarding the funding, acquisition, or use of military equipment.

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Less Lethal PepperBall Launcher
1 8
2 7
0 Mobile Command Vehicle
40mm Less Lethal Single Shot
Launcher 0
Fuel Estimate annual
maint $300.00
Defense Tech Beanbag Round 10 0 No cost in 2025
Pismo Beach Police Department Military Equipment
Use and Inventory Log for Calendar Year 2025
Equipment Type Quantity Number of Uses Annual Cost
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