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1 Salinas Police DepartmentCalifornia Assembly Bill 481Presenter: Sgt. James GodwinPROMOTING TRUST & TRANSPARENCY Police Chief: Roberto FiliceAssistant Chief: Manuel Martinez AgendaG E N E R A L O V E R V I E WDemystifying "Military Equipment"Definition - What it is and isn't De-escalation and TransparencyUnderstanding Creates TrustAssembly Bill AB-481What it says & what is required Equipment List StructureSPD's Inventory
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2 ￭On September 30, 2021, Governor Newsom signed this legislation into law￭The Assembly Bill designates 15 categories of equipment as “MilitaryEquipment”•The Salinas Police Department possesses equipment that meets 8 out of the15 categories￭The Salinas Police Department must take several steps identified in the bill tocontinue use of this equipment￭AB-481 requires approval of an Ordinance Overview
Salinaspd.org/assembly-bill-481/
•Military Equipment Funding, Acquisition, and Use Policy￭Full text available on SPD website - English and Español•AB-481 Definition of Military Equipment￭15 Categories - Salinas PD has equipment in 8 of those categories as disclosed in SPD Policy 709•Requirements of AB-481￭Salinas PD Policy 709, Military Equipment￭List of all "Military Equipment" as well as each item's purpose, authorized use, expected lifespan, and fiscalimpact￭Question, Comment, and Concern Process￭Complaint Process￭Prepare an Annual Report - the first Annual Report will be distributed approximately one year after theadoption of the Military Equipment Use Ordinance•Public Input Regarding AB-481 - Once Adopted, a publicized Annual Public Meeting to Present:￭SPD's Military Equipment Inventory￭SPD's Proposed Equipment Funding and Acquisition￭A full "Military Equipment" use Annual Report￭Community Engagement and Public Access to Materials AB-481
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Short Answer | AB-481Requires law enforcement agency to adopt a written "military equipment use policy" Policy enables agency to continue to use previously acquired equipment; must initiate Ordinance approval process by 5/1/2022 AB-481 includes 15 Categories of items designated as "military equipment" that must be disclosed to the public1 3All new acquisitions require City Council approval Builds Trust & Transparency
•Increases transparency, accountability, and oversight for acquisition and use of equipment(see SPD Policy 709)•Provides safeguards to protect public's welfare, safety, civil rights, and liberties•Police Chief appoints a Military Equipment Coordinator who:￭Provides information to the public￭Prepares the Annual Military Equipment Report and coordinates associated activities•Annual Report will include information such as how equipment is being used,maintenance and use costs, and community feedback on use•First Annual Report published within one year of Ordinance passage￭Oversees the question, concern and complaint process Why AB-481?5
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4 Posted on Websitewww.salinaspd.org Under Community Tab The majority of equipment described in AB-481 is utilized exclusively by SPD specialty units; used by highly trained personnel who use sound tactical planning and resources to bring a safe resolution to critical incidents.
Salinas PD has taken several steps towards establishing a transparent process regarding any items classified as military equipment.
Equipment items obtained by Salinas Police Department have been determined to be necessary based on real incidents encountered by SPD. Some purchases have been made through grants.The overall purpose of the equipment items listed include de-escalation, stand-off distance, safety of our citizens, visitors, and community, and the preservation of human life. Why do we need this equipment?7 8 4/19/2022
5 C A T E G O R Y 2C A T E G O R Y 5C A T E G O R Y 9 C A T E G O R Y 1 0 C A T E G O R Y 1 1Unmanned, remotely piloted, powered aerial and ground vehiclesCommand and control vehicles that are either built or modified to facilitate the operational control and direction of public safety unitsSpecialized firearms and ammunition of less than .50 caliber, including firearms and accessories identified as assault weapons in Penal Code 30510 and Penal Code 30515, excluding standard-issue service weapons Mine-resistant ambush-protected (MRAP) vehicles or armored personnel carriersAmmunition of .50 caliber or greater, excluding standard-issue shotgun ammunitionNoise-flash diversionary devices (flashbangs), explosive breaching tools, tear gas, and pepper ballsC A T E G O R Y 1C A T E G O R Y 1 4C A T E G O R Y 1 2Any firearm or firearm accessory that is designed to launch explosive projectilesProjectile launch platforms and their associated munitions: 40mm projectile launchers, “bean bag,” rubber bullet, and specialty impact munition (SIM) weaponsSPD's Category Items Equipment List Structure ExampleTrainingOperators are licensed by the FAA and must attend mandatory training Initial Cost Expected Lifespan
Description, Quantity, Capabilities, and Purchase CostDJI M300 with HT20, Quantity: 1. This is a battery powered remote operatedUAV able to record video with approximately 45 minutes of flight time. It can beoperated in inclement weather and is equipped with an infrared camera, zoomcamera, and light.Authorized Use & Purpose of EquipmentOnly for official law enforcement purposes, and in a manner that respects theprivacy our community, pursuant to Federal law and FAA RegulationsFiscal Impact: Annual Maintenance CostAnnual maintenance and battery replacement cost is approximately $2,100$25,0003-5 yearsSee SPD Policy 709 Addendum AAlso available on website DJI M300 with HT20 Drone - Category 19
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6 DJI MAVIC MINIQty 3DJI MAVIC ENTERPRISE DUAL - Qty 7DJI M300 with HT20 Qty 1SKYDIO2Qty 1EMAX TINYHAWK - Qty 1 BRINC LEMUR - Qty 1 DJI MAVIC AIR 2 - Qty 1 A Few Purposes:•Public safety, life preservation missions•Lost or missing persons•Disaster response and recovery•Suspected explosive devices, etc.Category 1 Inventory ROBOTEX AVATAR TACTICAL ROBOT Qty 1
RECON ROBOTICS RECON SCOUT XT AND THROWBOT 2, Qty 2
Unmanned, remotely piloted, powered aerial and ground vehicles Int'l MaxPro MRAPRescue Operations02
Robotex Avatar Tactical Robot Hostage and Domestic Violence Situations01 DJI M300 with HT20 Drone Taylor Farms Fire01
SpecializedAmmunitionBreaching Rounds -Door Hinges09
Ford 550 Van Mobile Forensic VehicleInternet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force05 Examples of UseBy Category11
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7 5230B CS Baffled Canister GrenadeDelivers irritant smoke throughout multiple indoor rooms with minimal risk of fire12 Penn Arms CTS 4557 Foam Baton RoundLess lethal kinetic energy projectile made of foam and plastic option14 10Daniel Defense MK18Used only by SWAT and VSTF - Easier to maneuver and control inside structures with greater accuracy 11LMT M203 40mm LauncherOnly used for kinetic energy projectiles and chemical agents Continued... Examples of UseBy Category
De-escalation and less-lethal strategies work!"...he then jumped out of thevehicle and began yelling atOfficers to “shoot him.” Officerstried to tase (NAME WITHHELD)but it didn’t work, at which pointhe pulled a gun from under hissweatshirt, dropping it to theground.Officers used a less-lethalround on (NAME WITHELD) andwere able to take him into custodywithout further incident.""...SWAT officers tried to reason with(NAME WITHHELD), but he would notcomply. He became increasinglyagitated and took a fighting stance.SWAT officers deployed two foamless-lethal rounds and a police K9.SWAT officers then advanced on(NAME WITHHELD) and arrested himfor murder." 13 14
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8 Expenditures byCategorySalaries & Benefits84.6Other Supplies & Services15.32"Military Equipment".08 Only .08% of the operating budget supports maintenance of items defined as "Military Equipment"FY 2021-22 AdoptedOperating Budget"Military Equipment" CostsSalaries & Benefits 44,842,978 84.6%Supplies & Services 8,185,667 15.4% Upcoming Requests for Equipment PurchasesWith Council's Approval 40 mm Launchers - TodayDrones - May/JuneCost EffectiveCost effective compared to available alternatives that can achieve the same objective of officer and civilian safety 15 16
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9 Next StepsTake Action on Ordinance
The Ordinance will return in August 2022 for a second reading and vote. Delayed return will allow additional time for community review and comment.
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