San Luis Obispo City Council
September 2, 2025

City Council
AGENDA

Tuesday, September 2, 2025, 5:30 p.m.

Council Chambers, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo
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1. CLOSED SESSION (5:00 PM - 5:30 PM)

1.a CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Erica A. Stewart will call the Closed Session of the San Luis Obispo City Council to order at 5:00 p.m. in the Council Hearing Room at City Hall, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo.

1.b PUBLIC COMMENT FOR CLOSED SESSION ITEMS ONLY
Public Comment will only be accepted for items listed on the Closed Session agenda.

1.c CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS
Pursuant to Government Code §54956.8
Property: APN: 001-014-041
Agency Negotiators: Emma Laplante, Brian Nelson, Kyle Anderson, Luke Schwartz, Christine Dietrick, Whitney
McDonald
Negotiating Parties: Marilyn Farmer
Under Negotiation: Price and terms of payment.

Property: APN: 001-013-002
Agency Negotiators: Emma Laplante, Brian Nelson, Kyle Anderson, Luke Schwartz, Christine Dietrick, Whitney
McDonald
Negotiating Parties: Farshad Firouznam
Under Negotiation: Price and terms of payment.

1.d ADJOURNMENT
The City Council will hold a Regular Meeting on September 2, 2025 at 5:30 PM in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo.

2. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Erica A. Stewart will call the Regular Meeting of the San Luis Obispo City Council to order.

3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Erica A. Stewart will lead the Council in the Pledge of Allegiance.

4. PRESENTATIONS

4.a CITY MANAGER REPORT
Receive a brief report from City Manager Whitney McDonald.

5. PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
Not to exceed 15 minutes. The Council welcomes your input. State law does not allow the Council to discuss or take action on issues not on the agenda, except that members of the Council or staff may briefly respond to statements made or questions posed by persons exercising their public testimony rights (Gov. Code sec. 54954.2). Staff may be asked to follow up on such items.

6. CONSENT AGENDA
Not to exceed 15 minutes. Matters appearing on the Consent Calendar are expected to be non-controversial and will be acted upon at one time. A member of the public may request the Council to pull an item for discussion. Pulled items shall be heard at the close of the Consent Agenda unless a majority of the Council chooses another time. The public may comment on any and all items on the Consent Agenda within the three-minute time limit.

Recommendation:

To approve Consent Calendar Items 6a to 6k.

6.a WAIVE READING IN FULL OF ALL RESOLUTIONS AND

ORDINANCES
Recommendation:

Waive reading of all resolutions and ordinances as appropriate.

6.b MINUTES REVIEW - AUGUST 19, 2025 COUNCIL MINUTES 11 Recommendation:

Approve the minutes of the City Council meeting held on August 19, 2025.

6.c POLICE DEPARTMENT 2024 ANNUAL REPORT AND ASSEMBLY
BILL 481 (MILITARY EQUIPMENT USE) ANNUAL REPORT UPDATE
19 Recommendation:

1. Receive and file the 2024 Police Department Annual Report.

Adopt a Resolution entitled “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, accepting the 2024 Military Equipment Use (Ab 481) Annual Report and Renewing Ordinance No. 1712 with Findings of Ongoing Compliance with City Policy and State Law”

2. 6.d PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT SURPLUS FLEET ASSETS AND

EQUIPMENT DISPOSAL
165
Recommendation:

Authorize designation and sale of surplus SLO Transit vehicles and surplus Fleet Maintenance equipment in accordance with the City’s policies and procedures prescribed in the Financial Management Manual

6.e ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1749 (2025 SERIES) REVOKING

THE PLANNED DEVELOPMENT OVERLAY RELATED TO A
DEVELOPMENT PROJECT AT 1144 CHORRO STREET
189
Recommendation:

Adopt Ordinance No. 1749 (2025 Series) entitled, “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, revoking the Planned Development Overlay (Ordinance No. 1687 [2020 Series]), related to a development project proposed at 1144 Chorro Street, and amending the Zoning Map to rezone the seven (7) associated properties from C-D-PD and C-D-H-PD to C-D and C-D-H, respectively. The project is exempt from environmental review (CEQA) (1144 Chorro Street; 895, 898, and 973 Higuera Street; 876 and 890 Marsh Street; and 868 and 870 Monterey Street; PDEV-0428-2023).”

6.f ADOPTION OF TITLE VI PROGRAMS FOR SLO TRANSIT AND FOR

THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
199
Recommendation:

Adopt a Draft Resolution entitled, “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, approving the adoption of San Luis Obispo (SLO) Transit’s Federal Transit Administration Title VI Program update for federal fiscal years 2026-2028”; and

1. Adopt a Draft Resolution entitled, “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, approving the adoption of the Public Works Department’s Title VI Program Plan.”

2. 6.g APPROVE PARTICIPATION IN MULTIPLE NATIONAL OPIOID

LITIGATION SETTLEMENT AGREEMENTS
281
Recommendation:

Approve City participation in the nationally negotiated opioid related settlement agreements with Purdue Pharma L.P. & Sackler Family (“Purdue and Sackler”); and

1. Approve City participation in the nationally negotiated opioid related settlement agreements with eight opioids
manufacturers, Alvogen, Amneal, Apotex, Hikma, Indivior, Mylan, Sun, and Zydus (the “Manufacturers”); and

2. Approve City participation in all future nationally negotiated opioid related settlement agreements; and

3. Authorize the City Manager and City Attorney to execute documents as needed to participate in the above-specified and all future nationally negotiated opioid related settlement agreements; and

4. Authorize the City Manager and City Attorney to elect direct allocation of the settlement funds to the City; and

5. Authorize the City Manager to vote on the Purdue bankruptcy plan, in consultation with the City Attorney (including abstention if the City Manager determines abstention is in the best interest of the City.)

6. Authorize staff to submit required annual opioid settlement expenditure reporting forms to the Department of Health Care Services.

7. 6.h ACCEPTANCE OF A MONETARY GIFT TO THE PUBLIC ART FUND 319 Recommendation:

Authorize the Mayor to execute a donation agreement with the Donna P.

Duerk Family Trust, in substantially the same form as that in Attachment A, accepting a donation valued at $21,730.07 to be used to support the installation of an art piece within the City.

6.i AUTHORIZE SEWER FUND BUDGET ADJUSTMENT FOR UTILITIES

CLOSED CIRCUIT TELEVISION (CCTV) VAN RETROFIT
331
Recommendation:

Adopt a Resolution entitled “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo Approving a Budget Adjustment to Allocate $25,675 From the Sewer Fund Undesignated
Balance”.

1. Find the project categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act.

2. 6.j GRANT AGREEMENT FOR THE RENOVATION OF THE CAL POLY CIE
339
Recommendation:

Authorize the City Manager to execute a one-time Grant agreement with the Cal Poly Corporation for the renovation of the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship in a final form satisfactory to the City Attorney and authorize the disbursement of funds in the amount of up to $116,000.

6.k AUTHORIZE THE CITY ATTORNEY TO CORRECT A CLERICAL
ERROR (2024-29 ON-CALL LIST FOR LEGAL SERVICES)
357
Recommendation:

Authorize the City Attorney to send belated notification of the City’s Request for Qualifications for Legal Services, On-call Outside Counsel 2024 (“RFQ”) to two law firms that were unintentionally left off the notification list; and

1. Authorize the acceptance of qualifications, in the form directed by the City Council approved RFQ specifications, from the two law firms that receive belated notifications; and

2. Authorize the City Attorney to review submitted qualifications and, if deemed responsive, add the two law firms to the City’s current 2024-29 on-call list for outside counsel legal services.

3. 7. CLOSED SESSION

7.a THREAT TO PUBLIC SERVICES OR FACILITIES
Pursuant to Government Code §54957
Consultation with: San Luis Obispo Police Department, Police Chief

8. LIAISON REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
Not to exceed 15 minutes. Council Members report on subcommittee assignments, listed below, and other City activities. At this time, any Council Member or the City Manager may ask a question for clarification, make an announcement, or report briefly on their activities. In addition, subject to Council Policies and Procedures, they may provide a reference to staff or other resources for factual information, request staff to report back to the Council at a subsequent meeting concerning any matter or take action to direct staff to place a matter of business on a future agenda. (Gov. Code Sec. 54954.2) Mayor
Stewart
Vice Mayor
Shoresman
Council Member
Boswell
Council Member
Francis
Council
Member Marx
SLO Council of
Governments
Zone 9 Advisory
Committee
Airport Land Use Nacimiento Water
Project
Air Pollution
Control District
Regional
Economic Action
Coalition
Downtown
Association
Board
SLO Climate
Coalition
Community
Action
Partnership
Integrated
Waste
Management
Authority
CA Men’s
Colony Advisory
Committee
Homeless
Services
Oversight
Committee
Local Agency
Formation
Commission
County Water
Resources
Advisory
Committee
Performing Arts
Center
Commission
CP Campus
Planning
Committee
SLO Regional
Transit Authority
Visit SLO
County Advisory
Committee
Central Coast
Clean Energy

9. ADJOURNMENT
The next Regular Meeting of the City Council will be held on September 16, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo.

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1 Council Minutes
August 19, 2025, 5:30 p.m.

Council Chambers, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo
Council Members

Present:

Council Member Mike Boswell, Council Member Emily Francis, Council Member Jan Marx, Vice Mayor Michelle Shoresman, Mayor Erica A. Stewart
City Staff Present: City Manager Whitney McDonald, Deputy City Attorney Sadie Symens, Teresa Purrington, City Clerk
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1. CLOSED SESSION (4:00 PM - 5:30 PM)

1.a CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Erica A. Stewart called the Closed Session of the San Luis Obispo City Council to order at 4:07 p.m. in the Council Hearing Room with all Council Members present.

1.b PUBLIC COMMENT FOR CLOSED SESSION ITEMS ONLY
Public Comments:

Thomas Kessler
Bob Vessely
---End of Public Comment---

1.c CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Deputy City Attorney Sadie Symens indicated that the Council on a motion my Mayor Stewart and a second by Council Member Francis with a vote of 5 - 0 directed to initiate litigation on one case. The defendants and specifics of this case will be disclosed upon request as soon as possible once the disclosure will not jeopardize the case.

1.d CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS
Deputy City Attorney Sadie Symens indicated there was no reportable action taken on this item.

2 1.e CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS
Deputy City Attorney Sadie Symens indicated that the Council on a motion by Vice Mayor Shoresman and a second by Council Member Francis on a vote of 5 - 0 agreed to continue an existing lease with the History Center of San Luis Obispo until 2027 upon the request of the History Center.

1.f CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS
Deputy City Attorney Sadie Symens indicated there was no reportable action taken on this item.

1.g ADJOURNMENT

2. CALL TO ORDER
A Regular Meeting of the San Luis Obispo City Council was called to order on August 19, 2025 at 5:37 p.m. in the Council Chambers, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, by Mayor Stewart with all Council Members present.

3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Council Member Francis led the Council in the Pledge of Allegiance.

4. PRESENTATIONS

4.a CONVIVENCIA CELEBRATION PROCLAMATION
Mayor Stewart presented a Proclamation to Dr Rushi Cader declaring the 3rd Saturday in August as Convivencia.

4.b CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager Whitney McDonald provided a report on upcoming projects.

5. PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
Public Comment:

Teri Kanefield
Louise Justice
Chelsea Ruiz
Dave Houghton
Gina Whitaker
Eric Veium
Sherry Lin
Timothy Mai MY
Captain Pat Walker
Dona Hire Price
Julia Alber
Foaad Khosmood
Rita Casaverde
Barry Price
--End of Public Comment--

2 6. CONSENT AGENDA
Public Comment:

None
--End of Public Comment--
Motion By Vice Mayor Shoresman
Second By Council Member Francis
To approve Consent Calendar Items 6a to 6j.

Ayes (5): Council Member Boswell, Council Member Francis, Council Member Marx, Vice Mayor Shoresman, and Mayor Stewart
Recused (1): Council Member Marx (Item 6c)
CARRIED (5 to 0)

6.a WAIVE READING IN FULL OF ALL RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES Waive reading of all resolutions and ordinances as appropriate.

6.b MINUTES REVIEW - JULY 15, 2025 COUNCIL MINUTES
Approve the minutes of the City Council meeting held on July 15, 2025.

6.c ANNUAL SPECIAL TAX LEVY REPORT FOR THE COMMUNITY
FACILITIES DISTRICT NO 2019-1 (SAN LUIS RANCH) FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026.

Council Member Marx declared a conflict on this item, as she lives in the San Luis Ranch development.

Receive and file the CFD No. 2019-1 (San Luis Ranch) Tax Report FY 2025-26.

6.d ANNUAL SPECIAL TAX LEVY REPORT FOR THE COMMUNITY
FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2017-1 (AVILA RANCH) FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026
Receive and file the Avila Ranch CFD No. 2017-1 (Services) – FY 2025-26 Tax Report

6.e CITY-COUNTY ZONE 9 FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT

REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT UPDATE

3 Approve an amendment to the existing Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City of San Luis Obispo and the County of San Luis Obispo, as administrator of the Zone 9 Flood Control and Water Conservation District (“Zone 9”), in order to provide funding support (reimbursement) for activities to assist in the update of the Waterway Management Plan, Volume 1.

6.f AUTHORIZE THE RENEWAL OF 10-YEAR CROSS-CONNECTION

INSPECTION SERVICES CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY AND

COUNTY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO
Authorize the renewal of the 10-year Cross-Connection Services agreement between the County of San Luis Obispo and the City of San Luis Obispo.

6.g FY 2025-30 ANIMAL CONTROL SERVICES AGREEMENT
Authorize the Mayor to execute a five-year agreement with the County of San Luis Obispo for the continued provision of Animal Care and Control Services for the period of July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2030, in the amount of $389,746 for the first year, with annual adjustments thereafter.

6.h ADVISORY BODY APPOINTMENT FOR AN UNSCHEDULED VACANCY

ON THE TREE COMMITTEE
Confirm the appointment of Kari Gephart to the Tree Committee (TC) for the remainder of the vacated term expiring March 31, 2026.

6.i SELECTION OF VOTING DELEGATE AND ALTERNATES FOR THE 2025 LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES ANNUAL CONFERENCE
Appoint Council Member Mike Boswell as the Voting Delegate and Council Member Emily Francis as Alternate Voting Delegate to vote on the City’s behalf at the Annual Business Meeting of the League of California Cities on Thursday, October 9, 2025.

6.j BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES CONTRACT RENEWALS FOR
COMMUNITY ACTION TEAM AND MOBILE CRISIS UNIT (FYS 2025–27) Authorize the City Manager to execute up to two (2) one-year renewals of the contracts with the County of San Luis Obispo for continued Behavioral Health Services in support of the Police Department’s Community Action Team and the Fire Department’s Mobile Crisis Unit.

4 7. PUBLIC HEARING AND BUSINESS ITEMS

7.a REVIEW OF A PLANNED DEVELOPMENT AMENDMENT TO REVOKE THE PLANNED DEVELOPMENT OVERLAY, RELATED TO A MIXEDUSE DEVELOPMENT PROJECT AT 1144 CHORRO STREET, FOR SEVEN (7) AFFECTED PROPERTIES. THE PROJECT IS EXEMPT
FROM ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW (30 MINUTES)
Associate Planner Hannah Hanh provided an in-depth staff report and responded to Council questions.

Public Comments:

Greg Wynn
---End of Public Comment---
Motion By Council Member Marx
Second By Vice Mayor Shoresman
To introduce Ordinance No. 1749 (2025 Series) revoking the Planned Development Overlay (Ordinance No. 1687 [2020 Series]), related to a development project proposed at 1144 Chorro Street, and amending the Zoning Map to rezone the seven (7) associated properties from C-D-PD and C-D-H-PD to C-D and C-D-H, respectively. The project is exempt from environmental review under Section 15301(b)(3) (General Rule Exemption) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines.

Ayes (5): Council Member Boswell, Council Member Francis, Council Member Marx, Vice Mayor Shoresman, and Mayor Stewart
CARRIED (5 to 0)

8. STUDY SESSION

8.a SEWER INFRASTRUCTURE RENEWAL STRATEGY AND PRIVATE
SEWER LATERAL PROGRAM UPDATES (90 MINUTES)
Utilities Director Aaron Floyd and Deputy Director for Wastewater Chris Lehman provided an in-depth staff report and responded to Council questions.

Public Comments:

Damien Mavis
John Tricamo

5 Bryan Ridley
Rachel Whalen
Greg Wynn
Andy Pease
---End of Public Comment---
To receive and file the 2025 Wastewater Collection System Infrastructure Renewal Strategy report, and provided the following strategic direction on:

Item 1 - Should the Wastewater Flow (Private Sewer Lateral) Offset Program Continue?
Directed staff to return at a future Study Session with more clarity and options on proactive requirements for requiring faulty laterals to be replaced, and expanded timelines for property owners to remedy laterals found in poor and/or failed condition.

Item 2 - Should a General Plan Amendment Adopting the StaffRecommended Capacity-Constrained Areas Map be Brought Forward for Adoption (if the Offset Program is not dissolved?
Yes, to proceed with amending the General Plan, Staff would proceed to the Planning Commission in October and return to Council on December 2, 2025, with a draft resolution only for the maps.

Item 3 – Should Staff Further Evaluate a New Private Sewer Lateral Inspection Rebate (for capacity-constrained areas) to be Brought Forward to Council in December for Adoption via Resolution? Yes, to assessing the potential rebate program, including terms, limitations, and program administration to be brought back to Council for consideration on December 2, 2025.

Item 4 - Should Staff Further Evaluate Expanding Eligibility for Private Sewer Lateral Replacement Rebates in Capacity-Constrained Areas to be Brought Forward to Council for Adoption in December via Resolution?
Yes, to assessing the potential expansion, including terms, limitations, and program administration to be brought back to Council for consideration on December 2, 2025.

6 9. LIAISON REPORTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Stewart
 SLO Council of Governments (SLOCOG) attended the meeting on August 11  Ride-a- long with the Fire Department
 Attended the Cal Cities Statewide Board Meeting in July  Attended the French Park Monday meetup
 Went on a tour of the Moss Landing Battery Plant
 Met with ASI President
 Met with SLOMA Executive Director
Vice Mayor Shoresman
 Attended the Downtown Association Board meeting
 Presented Proclamations for KCBX 50th Anniversary and Convivencia Celebration
 Attended the IWMA meeting on behalf of Council Member Marx  Attended the Monday Meet-up at Devaul Park
Council Member Boswell
 Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) attended the July 17 meeting
 Attended the Downtown Association Board meeting
Council Member Francis
 Community Action Partnership (CAP) has a meeting August 21st  Attended the Mid State Fair Apprenticeship fair
 Attended Convivencia Celebration
 Attended the Zone 9 meeting
Council Member Marx
 Air Pollution Control District (APCD) has a meeting on August 25th

7  County Water Resources Advisory Committee (WRAC) has a meeting on September 3rd
 Invited to join a group to explore a Community Mediation Center  Attended the Green Business discussion

10. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 9:56 p.m. The next Regular City Council Meeting is scheduled for September 2, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo.

APPROVED BY COUNCIL: XX/XX/202X

Item 6c
Department: Police
Cost Center: 8001
For Agenda of: 9/2/2025
Placement: Consent
Estimated Time: N/A
FROM: Rick Scott, Police Chief
Prepared By: Brian Amoroso, Deputy Chief
SUBJECT: POLICE DEPARTMENT 2024 ANNUAL REPORT AND ASSEMBLY BILL 481 (MILITARY EQUIPMENT USE) ANNUAL REPORT UPDATE

RECOMMENDATION

1. Receive and file the 2024 Police Department Annual Report.

2. Adopt a Resolution entitled “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, accepting the 2024 Military Equipment Use (Ab 481) Annual Report and Renewing Ordinance No. 1712 with Findings of Ongoing Compliance with City Policy and State Law” (Attachment A)

POLICY CONTEXT
Provide the City Council with a general update on department activities to include the 2024 Police Department Annual Report (Attachment B), the 2024 Assembly Bill 481 Annual Report Update (Attachment C), and the San Luis Obispo Police Department Military Use Policy 707 (Attachment D).

California State Law, established under AB 481, requires law enforcement agencies to obtain approval of the applicable governing body (Mayor and City Council), by adoption of a military equipment use policy. AB 481 requires publication of the military equipment use procedure and the annual military equipment report on the Department’s website.

The military equipment use report must be posted on the website within 30 days prior to the Council meeting. The Police Department posted the 2024 annual military equipment report on August 8, 2025, on the Police Department website under the link “SB978-Police Policies, Procedures, and Training Materials”, and notified the public via Instagram, Facebook, Next Door, and X on August 8, 2025, that the report was available for public review.

Military equipment use was recorded by the San Luis Obispo Police Department for this report from January 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024, contemporaneous and in compliance with the timelines associated with the passage of the law and corresponding City Ordinance 1712. The Police Department is returning to Council for an annual review of the Department’s military equipment use and renewal of Ordinance No. 1712.

Item 6c

DISCUSSION
Background
Police Department Annual Report:

The 2024 Police Department Annual Report (Attachment B) provides an overview of the past operational year. This report covers key areas integral to the Police Department’s operations and future planning. These areas include the organizational structure, finances, community engagement, officer wellness, department statistics, technology, recruitment and retention, the Community Action Team, and neighborhood initiatives.

The report highlights key accomplishments, including a 14% decrease in Part 1 violent crimes (forcible rape, robbery, aggravated assault). Overall, Part 1 crimes rose slightly in 2024 by 3% compared to 2023, driven by a 7% increase in property crimes (burglary, larceny, motor vehicle theft, and arson). Despite this uptick, 2024 Part 1 crime totals remain 32% lower than in 2021. The department will continue its crime prevention efforts and advance progress of its five-year strategic plan.

At the commencement of FY 2023-24, police staffing stood at 95.00 Full-Time Employees (FTE). In 2024 the department completed a staffing study to forecast personnel needs based on current staff utilization. These efforts are critical to the department's commitment to enhancing community safety and engagement.

Military Equipment Use Annual Report:

Assembly Bill 481, approved by the California Governor on September 30, 2021, mandates that law enforcement agencies receive approval from their governing body (City Council) for the use of military equipment. This approval is given through the adoption of a military equipment use policy, which must be reviewed annually. The policy and an annual report must also be published on the department’s website. The San Luis Obispo City Council approved the military equipment use policy, Resolution number 1712 (2022), on April 19, 2022.

Compliance and Reporting
The San Luis Obispo Police Department recorded military equipment use from January 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024. An inventory count in June 2025 provided up-to-date data for the annual report, which follows the requirements of AB-481 and City Ordinance 1712.

Military Equipment Usage
In 2024, military equipment was deployed in 52 incidents out of 35,321 total service calls, constituting approximately 0.15% of all incidents. Deployment examples included:

Item 6c
 Assisting other law enforcement agencies with high-risk search warrants for narcotics trafficking and violent felonies
 Safely arresting barricaded suspects
 Subduing disorderly suspects who refused commands and posed significant risks to others
 Conducting area canvasses for at-risk missing persons  Gathering intelligence during large-scale public events, including protests, rallies, and holiday celebrations
 Documenting fatal collisions and major crime scenes
 Documenting storm damage
 Providing pre-storm notifications to homeless encampments  Aiding in the search for suspects who fled the scene
Equipment Deployment Summary
Equipment Type Number of Deployments
Lenco Bearcat Armored Rescue Vehicle 4
Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (Drone) 50
40mm Launcher with Less-Lethal Rounds 2
Robot 2
Mobile Incident Command Vehicle 4
For the detailed report and further information, please refer to Attachment C.

Requested New Equipment
 Increase Launching Cup inventory from 2 to 4. The launching cups attach to the end of an existing Remington 870 Shotgun and allow for safer deployment of chemical agents into suspect locations.
 10 Defense Technology OC/CS Aerosol Grenade, Model # 1050. This is a new product that has significant advantages over the pyrotechnic method of chemical agent dispersal. There is virtually no risk of fire as the chemical agents are dispersed via aerosol. There is also no smoke associated with the dispersal, the vapor is clear and allows for a high level of visibility when dealing with suspects.  Increase inventory of CTS 5230B from 25 to 50. The department is in the process of phasing out the CTS and DefTec model triple chaser munitions that were traditionally used for riot control due to their high fire risk and less precise chemical agent delivery. The CTS 5230B poses a lower fire risk and allows for a more controlled chemical agent delivery, resulting in safer deployment.

Item 6c
Conclusion:

Annual Report
The 2024 Police Department Annual Report highlights the exemplary level of service provided by the department while outlining the various aspects, divisions, and individuals that contribute to its success. This report not only shows the department's accomplishments but also reflects its commitment to maintaining a high standard of peace officer services in our community.

The Police Department made significant strides in returning to a balanced, communitybased, and proactive approach to providing emergency services. Focusing on staffing, proactive policing and strengthening community relationships ensured a safe work environment for employees and supported them amidst a constantly changing public landscape. The department believes proper staffing, smart policing leveraging technology, and positive morale directly impact crime reduction in the city.

The police staff worked diligently to ensure the department remained trusted, supported, and healthy, both physically and emotionally. Continued education and proactive measures have helped decrease crime trends, and these efforts will persist throughout 2025. Strategies include directed patrols at problem locations, specialized operations to apprehend opportunistic criminals, and community engagement through various media to reduce victimization and increase awareness. The Police Department remains dedicated to reducing crime and safeguarding the community while upholding ethical policing in an ever-evolving legal landscape.

Military Equipment Use
The Military Equipment Use Annual report highlights the accountability and responsibility of the Police Department to only use military equipment when necessary and in accordance with law, policy and procedure. In 2024, military equipment was deployed in 52 incidents out of 35,321 total service calls, constituting approximately 0.15% of all incidents. The San Luis Obispo Police Department continues to focus on de-escalation, building rapport, and minimizing use of force to the lowest level possible.

The possession of military use equipment allows the police department to be prepared to respond to threats to our community, in a manner that protects the life and safety of the community and employees.

Previous Council or Advisory Body Action
On May 3, 2022, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 1712, approving and adopting San Luis Obispo Police Department Policy No. 707 (military equipment use policy.) On June 20, 2023, the City Council received and filed the 2022 Police Department Crime Report and Military Equipment Use Annual Report. On August 20, 2024, the City Council received and filed the Police Department’s 2023 Annual Report and AB 481 Update.

Item 6c
Public Engagement
The community is invited to submit comments in writing prior to the meeting regarding this item. In addition, this hearing satisfies the requirements under section Government Code 7071, et seq., and provides the most transparent summary to date of both crime and public safety information and the use and inventory of military equipment as defined under California Law.

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The California Environmental Quality Act does not apply to the recommended action in this report, because the action does not constitute a “Project” under CEQA Guidelines Sec. 15378.

FISCAL IMPACT
Budgeted: Yes Budget Year: 2024-25
Funding Identified: Yes
Fiscal Analysis:

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There is no direct fiscal impact to the City related to this report. All referenced equipment is included in the Police Department’s budget which is funded through the General Fund’s annual budget appropriation adopted by the City Council. All efforts within the report are covered through the annual program allocations as outlined in the City’s Financial Plan.

ALTERNATIVES
The City Council could choose not to receive and file the Police Department Annual report. Council could determine that the Police Department Annual report does not meet their standards and direct staff to make modifications to the report. The Police Department believes that the Annual Report accurately reflects the crime statistics for the 2024 calendar year and provides a comprehensive review of departmental activities, providing transparency and accountability to the community.

Item 6c
The City Council could decline to adopt the draft Resolution renewing Ordinance No. 1712. If the City Council determines that one or more types of military equipment identified in the AB 481 Annual Report does not comply with the standards set forth in AB 481, the Council may disapprove renewal of the ordinance or require staff to modify the Policy No. 707. As reflected in the report, the Police Department believes that all military equipment used by the Department complies with AB 481/Government Code §7071. Nonapproval of the continued use of military equipment by the police department would restrict access to tools used in the performance of law enforcement duties for the security and safety of the city.

ATTACHMENTS
A - Draft Resolution – 2024 AB481 and Renewal of Ordinance 1712 B - San Luis Obispo Police Department 2024 Annual Report C - San Luis Obispo Police Department 2024 Assembly Bill 481 Annual Report D - San Luis Obispo Police Department Military Use Policy 707

RESOLUTION NO. _____ (2025 Series)

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE 2024 MILITARY EQUIPMENT USE (AB 481) ANNUAL REPORT AND RENEWING ORDINANCE NO. 1712 WITH FINDINGS OF

ONGOING COMPLIANCE WITH CITY POLICY AND STATE LAW
WHEREAS, Assembly Bill 481 (AB 481), approved on September 30, 2021, by Governor Gavin Newsom (codified as Chapter 12.8 of the California Government Code, starting at section 7070), requires all California law enforcement agencies to have a military equipment use policy approved by the agency’s governing body prior to requesting, seeking funding for, acquiring, collaborating with other jurisdictions about the deployment of military equipment, or using military equipment; and WHEREAS, on May 3, 2022, the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo adopted Ordinance No. 1712 (2022 Series) and approved San Luis Obispo Police Department Policy No. 707 as the Department’s Military Equipment Use Policy (Policy No. 707) based on findings of compliance with AB 481; and WHEREAS, Policy No. 707 and AB 581/Government Code §S 7071-7072 require the Police Department to report to the City Council annually on the Department’s use of military equipment; and
WHEREAS, on June 20, 2023, the City Council received and filed the 2022 Police Department Crime Report and Military Equipment Use Annual Report; and WHEREAS, on August 20, 2024, the City Council received and filed the 2023 Police Department Crime Report and Military Equipment Use Annual Report; and WHEREAS, on August 8, 2025, the Police Department posted the 2024 Military Equipment Use Annual Report, on the Police Department website and notified the public that the report was available for public review; and
WHEREAS, on September 2, 2025, the City Council received the 2024 Military Equipment Use Annual Report, reviewed Policy No. 707, and determined that each type of military equipment identified in the report has complied with all of the standards set forth in Government Code Section 7071(e)(1-2); and
WHEREAS, the Police Department does not recommend any changes to Policy No. 707; and
WHEREAS, the Police Department seeks authorization from the City Council for use of new or additional military equipment as identified on pages 7-8 the 2024 Military Equipment Use Annual Report.

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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of San Luis Obispo that the above is true and that:

SECTION 1. Findings.

1. The above-stated Recitals are adopted and incorporated herein as findings of the City Council.

2. The Police Department’s use of military equipment in 2024 complied with Policy No. 707 and with the requirements of AB 481 found in Government Code § 7071.

3. The Police Department’s use of military equipment is necessary because there is no reasonable alternative that can achieve the same objective of officer and civilian safety.

4. The Police Department’s military equipment use policy will continue to safeguard the public’s welfare, safety, civil rights, and civil liberties.

5. The military equipment requested for use by the Police Department as identified in the 2024 Military Equipment Use Annual Report will either increase the inventory of existing approved military equipment or provide a safer alternative to existing approved military equipment. The equipment will further Policy 707’s objective of officer and civilian safety. The requested equipment is reasonably cost effective compared to available alternatives that can achieve the same objective of officer and civilian safety.

SECTION 2. Action. The City Council does hereby:

1. Accept the 2024 Military Equipment Annual Report.

2. Determine that the Police Department’s use of military equipment in 2024 complied with Policy No. 707 and applicable state law, including Government Code 7070 et seq.

3. Renew Ordinance No. 1712 (2022 Series), thereby determining that Policy 707 shall remain in effect without change.

4. Authorize the Department’s purchase of requested equipment identified in the 2024 Military Equipment Use Annual Report as New Equipment Acquisition per Government Code § 7072(a)(6) to preserve life and enhance the safety of citizens and officers.

Upon motion of _______________________, seconded by
_______________________, and on the following roll call vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

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The foregoing resolution was adopted this _____ day of _____________________ 2025. ____________________________________
Mayor Erica Stewart
ATTEST:
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Teresa Purrington
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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J. Christine Dietrick
City Attorney
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, this ______ day of ______________, _________. ______________________________
Teresa Purrington
City Clerk

STAFFING
2024 Staffing Highlights
4 staff promotions
Hired 18 new
employees
3 Dispatchers
3 CSOs
5 Police Officers
1 Property & Evid Tech
5 SNAP
1 Contract Community
Resources & Services
Specialist
Total Police Authorized positions:

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1 SAN LUIS OBISPO POLICE

DEPARTMENT
Assembly Bill 481
2024 Annual Report
(Government Code § 7072; San Luis Obispo Municipal Code Ordinance 1712)

2 Table of Contents:

Definitions……………………………………………………………….……………………….3
Preface…………………………...………………………………………………………………5
Executive Summary ..…………………..………………………………………………………5
Reporting Requirements………………………………………………………………………..8
Summary of Military Equipment…………………………………………………………….....9 Unmanned Aircraft systems………………………………………………….………………..9
Robots………………………………………….……………………………………………….12
Lenco Bearcat………………………………………………………………………………….14
Mobile Incident Command Vehicle……………………………………………………….….15 Shotgun Breaching and Ammunition………………………………………………….….…16 Patrol Rifles…………………………………………………………………………………….19
SWAT Rifles……………………………………………………………………………………20
Rifle and Pistol Ammunition…..………………………………………………………………25 Diversionary Devices………………………………………………………………….………29
Chemical Agent and Smoke Canisters……………………………………………………...32 40mm Launchers……………….……………………………………………………………...39
40mm Munitions……………………………………………………………………………….41
PepperBall Launchers and Munitions…………………………………..…………………...44 Defense Logistics Disposition (formerly DRMO) Equipment.………..…………………...47 Appendix A Military Equipment Deployment…………………………………….………….51 Appendix B Military Equipment Quantities….……………………………………….……...55 Appendix C Fiscal Impact…………………………...…………..……………………………66

3 Definitions:

Pursuant to AB-481, the following definitions are applicable only to the Department’s current military equipment inventory and potential future military equipment acquisitions for operational needs. (For a more detailed list, refer to Government Code section 7070, for “military equipment” as defined within the Assembly Bill.) “Governing body” means the San Luis Obispo City Council and Mayor. “Military equipment” means the following:

1. Unmanned, remotely piloted, powered aerial or ground vehicles. This definition applies to the Department’s inventory of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) and SWAT robot.

2. Armored personnel carriers. However, police versions of standard consumer vehicles are specifically excluded from this definition. This definition applies to the San Luis Obispo Police Department’s Lenco Bearcat.

3. Command and control vehicles that are either built or modified to facilitate the operational control and direction of public safety units. This definition applies to all the Department’s inventory of command and control vehicles, including but not limited to the following:
a) Mobile Incident Command Vehicle (MCV)

4. Battering rams, slugs, and other breaching apparatuses. 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 definition. This definition applies to all the Department’s inventory of breaching shotguns, and breaching shotgun rounds, which are all maintained by the SWAT unit.

5. Specialized firearms and ammunition of less than .50 caliber, including assault weapons as defined in Sections 30510 and 30515 of the Penal Code, except for standard issue service weapons and ammunition of less than .50 caliber that are issued to sworn members. This definition applies to all the Department’s inventory of rifle caliber carbines, sniper rifles, and associated ammunition.

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

7. “Flashbang” grenades and explosive breaching tools, “tear gas,” and “pepper balls,” excluding standard, service-issued handheld OC. This definition applies to all the Department’s inventory of flashbangs, pepper ball launchers and related ammunition.

Additionally, this definition applies to all the Department’s inventory of various chemical agents and chemical agent delivery systems maintained by the SWAT Unit and Mobile Field Force. These delivery systems are capable of dispersing chemical agents via burning, expulsion, liquid, or fog.

4 8. The following projectile launch platforms and their associated munitions: 40mm projectile launchers and Pepperball launchers. This definition applies to all the Department’s inventory of 40 mm projectile launchers and associated munitions. This definition also applies to the Department’s inventory of Pepperball launchers and associated munitions.

9. “Military equipment” does not include general equipment not designated as prohibited or controlled by the Federal Defense Logistics Agency.
“Military equipment use policy” refers to the San Luis Obispo Police Department Policy 707 which requires a publicly released, written document governing the use of military equipment by the department that addresses, at a minimum, the following:

1. A description of each type of military equipment, the quantity sought, its capabilities, expected lifespan, and product descriptions from the manufacturer of the military equipment.

2. The purposes and authorized uses for which the Department 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 sworn member is allowed to use each specific type of military equipment to ensure the full protection of the public’s welfare, 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 policy, 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 Department will ensure that each complaint, concern, or question receives a response in a timely manner.

5 Preface:

The San Luis Obispo Police Department retains and utilizes a wide variety of equipment which falls under the definition of AB-481. This equipment is used to assist the San Luis Obispo Police Department in its ultimate mission which is the preservation of life.

The San Luis Obispo Police Department recognizes critical incidents are unpredictable and dynamic in nature. The retention of this equipment alone also does not warrant its use for every incident. The equipment listed in this report assists with the safe and swift resolution of these incidents.

Policy and procedure dictate when the equipment may be deployed in the field, how it may be used, and which officers are authorized to use it. However not all situations can be predicted. The need for the incident commander, on-scene supervisor, or officers to deploy and utilize the equipment in a manner not outlined within policy or procedure may be necessary for the preservation of life in a rapidly evolving incident.

Further, incident commanders, supervisors, officers, and specific specialized units can authorize use of equipment for each specific incident based on the totality of the circumstances.

Executive Summary:

On September 30, 2021, the Governor of the State of California approved AB-481 requiring law enforcement agencies to obtain approval of the applicable governing body (Mayor and City Council), by adoption of a military equipment use policy. The Department is required to seek City Council approval of their military equipment use procedure by ordinance at a regular open meeting prior to taking certain actions relating to the funding, acquisition, or use of military equipment, as defined.

The bill allows the governing body to approve the funding, acquisition, or use of military equipment within its jurisdiction only if it determines that the military equipment meets specified standards. The ordinance is subject to the 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 the authorizing ordinance, disapprove authorization for military equipment where standards have not been met, or require modifications to the military equipment use procedure to address any non-compliance with standards.

Finally, the bill requires publication of the military equipment use procedure and the annual military equipment report on the Department’s website. The military equipment use procedure must be posted on the website within 30 days of the Council meeting.

Military equipment use was recorded by the San Luis Obispo Police Department for this report from January 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024, contemporaneous and in compliance with the timelines associated with the passage of the AB-481 and

6 corresponding City Ordinance 1712. An inventory count was conducted in June 2025 to represent the current number of items on-hand as close as possible to the presentation of the annual report.

Summary of Use and Purpose of Use per Government Code § 7072(a)(1):

The military equipment listed on the table below was deployed operationally during the reporting period. Multiple pieces of military equipment may be deployed on the same incident.

Military equipment was used by department members to subdue disorderly suspects who refused to follow commands and posed a significant risk to others, to assist other Law Enforcement agencies to execute high-risk search warrants for narcotics trafficking and violent felony cases, to safely make arrests of barricaded suspects, conducted area canvasses for at-risk missing persons, intelligence gathering during large scale public events including protests and rallies and large-scale holiday celebrations, documented the scene of fatal collisions and major crime scenes, documented storm damage and conducted pre-storm notifications for homeless encampments, and aided in the search of suspects who fled the scene.

Military equipment was deployed on 52 total incidents (some incidents have multiple types of equipment deployed) during the reporting period. During that time, the department responded to 35,321 calls for service incidents per the department’s CAD/Records Management System. Military equipment was deployed operationally on approximately 0.15% of incidents the police department responded to.

Equipment Type Number of Deployments
Lenco Bearcat Armored Rescue Vehicle 4
Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (Drone) 50
40mm Launcher with Less Lethal Rounds 2
Pepperball Deployment 0
Robot 2
Mobile Incident Command Vehicle 4
Breaching Shotgun and Ammunition 0
Rifles 0
Noise Flash Diversionary Device (NFDD) 0
Chemical Agents 0
Refer to Appendix A for deployment information.

Summary of Complaints per Government Code § 7072(a)(2):

The department received no complaints regarding the use of military equipment during this reporting period.

7 Summary of Internal Audits or Policy Violations per Government Code § 7072(a)(3):

No policy violations were noted related to military equipment deployment internally or by citizen complaints.

Refer to Appendix B for audit information.

Quantity Possessed per Government Code § 7072(a)(5):

Refer to Appendix B
Summary of Annual Cost of Military Equipment per Government Code § 7072(a)(4):

Refer to Appendix C for annual cost information.

New Equipment Acquisition per Government Code § 7072(a)(6):

The department is seeking to purchase the following new items to add to our existing military equipment inventory:
• Increase Launching Cup inventory from 2 to 4. ($100 each) The launching cups attach to the end of an existing Remington 870 Shotgun and allow for safer deployment of chemical agents into suspect locations. The munitions used with the cups pose a lower risk of fire than traditional chemical delivery methods.

Increasing the total inventory to 4 will allow simultaneous deployment of chemical agents, commonly used to deny suspect access to areas of a residence. • 10 Defense Technology OC/CS Aerosol Grenade ($40.00 Each) Model # 1050.

This is a new product that has significant advantages over the pyrotechnic method of chemical agent dispersal. There is virtually no risk of fire as the chemical agent is dispersed via aerosol. There is also no smoke associated with the dispersal, the vapor is clear and allows for a high level of visibility when dealing with suspects (clear vision of what is in the hands of suspect or suspect actions). This is an ideal munition for small rooms or vehicle barricades over what the department currently uses. It is ideal for confined spaces due to its low payload of .06%OC and 1.0 Gram of CS. This munition will significantly decrease department liability and risk in regards to chemical agent deployments. o https://www.defense-technology.com/wpcontent/uploads/2020/06/OC_CS-Aerosol-Grenade.pdf

8 • Increase inventory of CTS 5230B ($40.00 each) from 25 to 50. The department is in the process of phasing out the CTS and DefTec model triple chaser munitions that were traditionally used for riot control due to their high fire risk and less precise chemical agent delivery. The CTS 5230B poses a lower fire risk and allows for a more controlled chemical agent delivery, resulting in safer deployment.

Reporting Requirements:

AB-481, Section 7072 states the following:
(a) A law enforcement agency that receives approval for a military equipment use policy pursuant to Section 7071 shall submit to the governing body an annual military equipment report for each type of military equipment approved by the governing body within one year of approval, and annually thereafter for as long as the military equipment is available for use. The law enforcement agency shall also make each annual military equipment report required by this section publicly available on its internet website for as long as the military equipment is available for use. 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:
(1) A summary of how the military equipment was used and the purpose of its use. (2) A summary of any complaints or concerns received concerning the military equipment.
(3) The results of any internal audits, any information about violations of the military equipment use policy, and any actions taken in response. (4) 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. (5) The quantity possessed for each type of military equipment. (6) If the law enforcement agency intends to acquire additional military equipment in the next year, the quantity sought for each type of military equipment. (b) Within 30 days of submitting and publicly releasing an annual military equipment report pursuant to this section, the law enforcement agency shall hold at least one wellpublicized and conveniently located community engagement meeting, at which the general public may discuss and ask questions regarding the annual military equipment report and the law enforcement agency’s funding, acquisition, or use of military equipment
In addition to maintaining the highest levels of public safety, the San Luis Obispo Police Department is committed to transparency, public trust, community partnerships, and

9 compliance with the law. As such, the Department has authored the following 2023 Annual Military Equipment Report in accordance with annual reporting requirements set forth in AB-481 and Government Code 7072.

Summary of Military Equipment:

The inventory of military equipment, particularly consumable material (ammunition, diversionary devices, Less Lethal Impact Weapon – LLIM, etc.) fluctuates regularly. This is based on a variety of factors including but not limited to operational usage, operational deterioration, training, maintenance, and expiration and replenishment guidelines. The San Luis Obispo Police Department is committed to transparency in disclosing its military equipment inventory and related information to our community and elected officials in compliance with the law. The Department strives to provide the most accurate military equipment inventory and information at the time of this report’s publication.
(*NOTE: Government Code § 7070(d)(1) explicitly requires agencies to list “product descriptions from the manufacturer of the military equipment”. The manufacturer descriptions and source photos contained within are referenced via publicly accessible website source citations. The website source citations utilized in this report are for military equipment descriptive purposes only and are not an endorsement by the San Luis Obispo Police Department of a particular product or vendor, or marketing claims.) The following are the various types, descriptions, and guidelines for usage of military equipment currently employed by the San Luis Obispo Police Department:

Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS):

Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS): An unmanned aircraft of any type that is capable of sustaining directed flight, whether pre-programmed or remotely controlled, and all the supporting or attached systems designed for gathering information through imaging, recording or by any other means.

Capability: UAS can support first responders in any hazardous incident which would benefit from an aerial perspective. These uses could include search and rescue, barricaded suspects or high-risk tactical operations, disaster response, and video and photographic documentation of crime scenes.

Usage: The guidelines for the use of UAS are outlined in Lexipol Policy 613 and FAA Regulation 14 CFR Part 107 It is the policy of the San Luis Obispo Police Department to utilize UAS only for law enforcement purposes, and in a manner that respects the privacy of our community pursuant to state and federal law.

10 Training Requirements: All department UAV operators are licensed by the Federal Aviation Administration for UAS operation. In addition, each operator attends 24-hour POST certified training along with ongoing monthly department training.

Fiscal Impact: See Appendix C
Lifespan: Approximately five (5) years.

The Department currently possesses the following types of UAS:

DJI Mavic Mini (Quantity: See Appendix B)
Manufacturer: DJI
Manufacturer Description: Mavic Mini takes power and portability to the next level, offering advanced features in a compact form factor. Intelligent shooting functions and excellent image quality put aerial masterpieces within reach. Safer, smarter flight enables you to up your game while fully enjoying the creative process. (Description and photo Source: https://www.dji.com/mavic-mini) DJI Mavic 2 Enterprise Advanced (Quantity: See Appendix B) Manufacturer: DJI
Manufacturer Description: Designed to empower a new generation of workers, the Mavic 2 Enterprise is the ultimate expression of a tool that delivers beyond expectation to meet current workplace challenges and future demands. Featuring:
• Visible & Thermal Imagery
• Integrated Radiometric FLIR Thermal Sensor
• Adjustable Parameters for Emissivity & Reflective Surfaces • Multiple Display Modes: FLIR MSX, Infrared & Visible

11 (Description and photo source: https://www.dji.com/mavic-2- enterprise?site=brandsite&from=nav)
DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise (Quantity: See Appendix B)
Manufacturer: DJI
Manufacturer Description: The Mavic 3 Enterprise Series redefines industry standards for small commercial drones. With a mechanical shutter, a 56× zoom camera, and an RTK module for centimeter-level precision, the Mavic 3E brings mapping and mission efficiency to new heights. A thermal version is available for firefighting, search and rescue, inspection, and night operations.
(Description and photo source: https://enterprise.dji.com/mavic-3-enterprise) DJI Matrice 30 Series (Quantity: See Appendix B)
Manufacturer: DJI
Manufacturer Description: The Matrice 30T integrates multiple high-performance sensors into a lightweight and portable body. Equipped with a remote controller designed for enterprise users and the newly upgraded Pilot 2 flight app, to improve the efficiency of drone operations.

12 (Photo and description source
https://www.dji.com/products/enterprise?site=enterprise&from=nav) DJI Avata (Quantity: See Appendix B)
Manufacturer: DJI
Manufacturer Description: DJI, the world’s leader in civilian drones and creative camera technology, today introduces DJI Avata, a transformational new drone that offers an unparalleled experience of immersive flight. DJI Avata creates a new paradigm for firstperson view (FPV) drone flight, allowing every pilot to race through the skies and feel its astonishing performance, agility, and easy control. Coupled with the new DJI Goggles 2 and the intuitive DJI Motion Controller, DJI Avata delivers a flight experience that was unimaginable until now.
(Photo and description source https://www.dji.com/newsroom/news/dji-unveils-dji-avatathe-ultimate-immersive-drone-experience) Robots:

13 Robots: An unmanned robot of any type that is capable of being remotely controlled as well as all the supporting or attached systems designed for gathering information through imaging, recording or by any other means.

Capability: Robots can support first responders in any hazardous incident which would benefit from a ground level perspective. These uses could include barricaded suspects or high-risk tactical operations, disaster response, and use in crawl spaces or confined isolated areas to assist in searches for suspects or evidence.

Usage: Robots are generally used by the SWAT team during high-risk operations.

Training requirements: SWAT Officers authorized to operate robots are required to successfully complete a POST Certified SWAT School and are subject to classroom and practical application training in the use of the robots. Additionally, SWAT Officers regularly train on safe robot deployment in a variety of operational settings.

Fiscal Impact: See Appendix C
Lifespan: ICOR Technologies Mini Caliber Robot – 8-10 years Lifespan varies on operational usage and wear.

The Department currently possesses the following types of Robots:

ICOR Technologies – Mini Caliber (Quantity: See Appendix B) Manufacturer: ICOR Technologies
Manufacturer Description: Lightweight, modular and one-man portable, the MiniCALIBER® SWAT and EOD Robot is tested and recommended by the National Tactical Officers Association (NTOA).

Designed for rapid tactical missions, the robot is simple to operate and quick to deploy for searching rooms, hallways, stairwells and confined spaces. With rubber tracks and articulating front and rear flippers, the Mini-CALIBER effortlessly climbs stairs. It also includes an extendible rotating claw arm that simplifies opening door handles.

14 (Description and photo source: MK3 CALIBER® - ICOR Technology - Tactical & Security Robotics Products)
Armored Vehicles:

BearCat: A 4X4, wheeled, armored personnel carrier capable of providing high ballistic protection, cover, limited breaching capability, and transport of officers and/or civilians at critical incidents and high-risk tactical operations.

Capability: BearCat can support first responders in any hazardous, high risk, or critical incident which would benefit from having a vehicle that provides a high level of ballistic protection.

Usage: To be used in response to critical incidents to enhance officer and community safety, improve scene containment and stabilization, rescue of citizens and personnel and assist in resolving critical incidents.

Training requirements: The use of the armored vehicle is authorized for officers during critical incidents, based on the circumstances of each individual incident. All sworn officers have access to the BearCat. Armored vehicles shall be used only by officers trained in their deployment and in a manner consistent with department policy and training. It is the policy of the San Luis Obispo Police Department to utilize armored vehicles only for law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to state and federal law.

Fiscal Impact: See Appendix C
Lifespan: Approximately 20 years depending on operational usage and wear. The Department currently possesses the following BearCat:
2004 BearCat – 2 Door Model (Quantity: See Appendix B)
Manufacturer: Lenco Manufacturer Description:

The Lenco BearCat is the standard tactical armored vehicle for special operations units within the US Law Enforcement community. The BearCat has excellent on-road driving characteristics and maneuverability in tight urban settings. The large floor plan seats 8-

15 10 fully equipped officers with a long list of tactical features only found on the Lenco BearCat line of armored SWAT vehicles for Police and Government. (Description source: https://www.lencoarmor.com/model/bearcat-g2-police-government/ Mobile Incident Command Vehicles (MIC)
Mobile Incident Command Vehicles:

Self-contained command posts are designed to provide the Incident Commander with a mobile base of operation.

Capability: As a mobile base of operation, these vehicles contain specialized command, control, and communications equipment to assist with this mission.

Usage: Mobile Command Vehicles are to be utilized as an Incident Command Post for planned or unplanned events, natural disasters, and for SWAT/CNT.

Training requirements: The driver/operator shall receive training in the safe handling of the vehicle on a closed training course. Once the operator has shown competence in vehicle handling, the driver/operator will drive the vehicle throughout the city with an experienced driver.

Fiscal Impact: See Appendix C
Lifespan: No lifespan indicated by manufacturer. Dependent on operational usage and wear.

16 The Department currently possesses the following Mobile Incident Command Vehicle:

Mobile Incident Command Trailer - (Quantity: See Appendix B) Manufacturer: Pace American
Manufacturer Description: No description available. (Custom build) Breaching Shotguns and Breaching Ammunition:

Breaching Shotguns and Breaching Ammunition: During crisis situations, it may become necessary for a SWAT team to facilitate an entry into a target location. It is critical the point of entry is breached quickly and as safely as possible. A quick and effective breach is one key to a successful tactical mission. In some instances, a breach initiated by a breaching shotgun loaded with specialized breaching rounds may be required to provide an added degree of safety and tactical advantage to accomplish a mission. Specialized Breaching Rounds are frangible and are designed to break into a powder form upon impact with a solid object (i.e., dead bolt lock, door frame, etc.) The Department possesses a limited inventory of Breaching Shotguns and Breaching Shotgun Ammunition. Breaching Shotguns are to be used exclusively by trained members of the SWAT Unit.

Capability: Shotgun breaching, the use of a breaching shotgun to affect a breach, can be an effective option in SWAT Unit tactics. An effective breach is a design where the least amount of breaching shotgun rounds are used and still accomplishes its goal. An effective shotgun breach can defeat fortified doors and locks. Effective breaching techniques allow tactical officers immediate entry with minimal risk to victims, officers, and suspects.

17 Usage: Breaching shotguns are to be exclusively used by the SWAT Unit. Breaching shotguns are used to breach doors expeditiously and can be used in response to barricaded suspects, hostage rescue incidents, and active shooters. Breaching shotguns are considered firearms and can be utilized as such when operated in accordance with department policy.

Training requirements: SWAT Officers that are trained in the use of breaching shotguns must successfully complete a POST certified SWAT school. Furthermore, SWAT Officers must undergo regular classroom and live fire proficiency training in its application.

Fiscal Impact: See Appendix C
Lifespan:

Remington 870 Express Shotgun – Fifteen (15) years
Benelli M4 Shotgun – Fifteen (15) years
Royal Arms TESAR-2 Frangible Breaching Ammunition – Five (5) years The Department currently possesses the following breaching shotguns and breaching shotgun ammunition:

Remington 870 Express – modified 12-gauge breaching shotgun (Quantity: See Appendix B)
Manufacturer: Remington
Manufacturer Description:

The Remington 870 Police Magnum pump-action shotgun is a rugged 12- gauge with a short, tactical 18” barrel backed by a stout 3” chamber. The all-matte black gun is Parkerized for generalized durability and rust-resistance. Both the pump action fore-end and stock are robust and tough synthetic.

(Description and photo source: https://www.gunbroker.com/Remington-870- Police/search?Keywords=Remington%20870%20Police&s=f)
Benelli M4 –12-gauge semi-automatic shotgun (Quantity: See Appendix B)

18 Manufacturer: Benelli
Manufacturer Description:

Benelli's M4 Tactical is a unique, Auto-Regulating-Gas-Operated (A.R.G.O.) semiautomatic shotgun, upon which the U.S. Marine Corps depends. It comes standard with a picatinny rail and pistol-grip stock. Other features include a fully adjustable ghost-ring aperture rear sight and windage-adjustable front sight. The M4 is now available in a weather-defying Titanium-Cerakote
finish.
(Description and photo source: M4 Tactical Shotguns | Benelli Shotguns and Rifles (benelliusa.com)
TESAR-2 Breaching Shotgun Rounds - Model FE183 (Quantity: See Appendix B) Manufacturer: Royal Arms International
Manufacturer Description: Black Cap 2-3/4” 425 Grain Compressed Copper Frangible 12 Ga Shotgun Slug.
• Slug Material: Copper Powder
• Velocity: 1,525 Ft p/sec -18” Barrel
• Use: For Metal Doors, Locks & Hinges
• Defeats: Heavy Locks, Deadbolts and Hinges (Solid Oak – Steel Doors)

19 (Description and photo source: https://royalarms.com/shop/black-cap-420-gr-copperfrangible-12-round-box/) Patrol Rifles:

Patrol Rifles: A semi-automatic shoulder-fired long gun that fires a rifle caliber cartridge. The Department-approved AR-15 style weapon system is designed to fire a .223/5.56 caliber projectile.

Capability: The rifle caliber carbine provides officers the ability to engage hostile suspects at distances generally greater than the effective distance of their handguns.

Additionally, AR-15 rifles offer advantages over handguns, such as increased accuracy potential and the ability to defeat soft body armor but are not appropriate for every situation.

Usage: The usage guidelines for AR-15 rifles are outlined in Lexipol Policy 434. Only Officers who have completed a POST certified course, mandated department training and have qualified are authorized to use a patrol rifle.

Training Requirements: Prior to using a patrol rifle, officers must be certified by POST instructors in the operation of the rifle. Additionally, all officers who operate any rifle are required to pass a range qualification once a year. The training requirements for patrol rifles are outlined in Lexipol Policy 434. It is the policy of the San Luis Obispo Police Department to utilize rifles only for law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to state and federal law regarding the use of force.

Fiscal Impact: See Appendix C
Lifespan:

Rifles – Fifteen (15) years
The Department currently possesses the following patrol rifles:

Colt Carbine AR-15 (Quantity: See Appendix B)
Manufacturer: Colt Manufacturing LLC
Manufacturer Description:

Throughout the world today, Colt's reliability, performance, and accuracy provide our Armed Forces the confidence required to accomplish any mission.

11.5-16” barrels

20 (Description and source photo: https://www.colt.com/detail-page/colt-le6920-carbine223556-161-301-pmag-mbus-4-pos-stk-blk) SWAT Rifles:

Colt Carbine M4 (Quantity: See Appendix B)
Manufacturer: Colt Manufacturing LLC
Manufacturer Description: Rapid response, maneuverability, and enhanced firepower play a major part in joint and coalition operations in modern warfare. Colt’s M4 Commando carbines epitomize modern warfare’s emphasis on “Get In and Get Out”.

They were designed to exploit firepower capability in confined spaces where lightweight mobility, speed and violence of action rule.

The Commando can be comfortably carried with its 11.5” barrel yet be instantly available to provide the type of firepower required to outmatch combatants. Because it provides full 5.56mm power and accuracy in a very compact sub-machine gun size weapon, the Commando is often chosen over smaller less powerful sub-machine guns.

Regardless of the application, the Colt M4 Commando provides the superior qualities that will enable operators to accomplish an increasingly wide range of combat missions.

21 (Description and source photo: https://www.colt.com/detail-page/commando-556mm115-301) Accuracy International .308 Bolt Acton Rifles:
.308 Bolt Action Rifles: A shoulder-fired rifle with precision optics that fires a .308 Winchester cartridge.

Capability: The .308 Bolt Action rifle provides SWAT Snipers with the ability to engage hostile suspects at great distances with accuracy.

Usage: .308 Bolt Action rifles are to be used exclusively by officers assigned to the SWAT Sniper Team. These rifles are typically deployed with the SWAT Sniper Team during high-risk SWAT operations and special events or instances wherein Sniper overwatch teams are needed.

Training Requirements: SWAT Snipers must successfully complete a POST certified SWAT school. San Luis Obispo Police Department Snipers must also complete a POST certified sniper school and regularly train and qualify with various weapons systems including the .308 Bolt Action rifle to maintain proficiency.

Fiscal Impact: See Appendix C
Lifespan: Accuracy International – Barrel life rated to approximately 5-10 years. No lifespan indicated by the manufacturer. Lifespan varies on operational usage and wear.

The Department currently possesses the following .308 Bolt Action rifles:

Accuracy International - .308 Bolt Action Rifle (Quantity: See Appendix B) Manufacturer: Accuracy International
Manufacturer Description: A bolt-action, high accuracy, long range, scoped rifle that fires a .308 caliber round with precision used by SWAT snipers. Fixed Stock, 16.5” barrel, standard adjustable cheekpiece, fixed butt pad with spacers, pistol grip, flush cup sling attachments points, double chamber stand muzzle break, and 10 round magazines. Manufacturer Description: The AT (Accuracy Tactical) continues the legacy of the combat proven AW308 and takes the AW to new levels. The standard model has a fixed stock with 24 inch, quick change, plain barrel. There are options for color, folding stock, barrels and suppressors and many accessories, which can be added. The AT is ideal for Law Enforcement and civilian users. (Our model is LE only, and features a folding stock and 16.5” barrel)

22 (Photo and description source: AT308 (accuracyinternational.com) Daniel Defense .308 Semi-Automatic Rifle:
.308 Semi-Auto Rifle: A shoulder-fired rifle with precision optics that fires a .308 Winchester cartridge.

Capability: The .308 semi-auto rifle provides SWAT Snipers with the ability to engage hostile suspects at great distances with accuracy.

Usage: .308 rifles are to be used exclusively by officers assigned to the SWAT Sniper Team. These rifles are typically deployed with the SWAT Sniper Team during high-risk SWAT operations and special events or instances wherein Sniper overwatch teams are needed.

Training Requirements: SWAT Snipers must successfully complete a POST certified SWAT school. San Luis Obispo Police Department Snipers must also complete a POST certified sniper school and regularly train and qualify with various weapons systems including the .308 rifle to maintain proficiency.

Fiscal Impact: See Appendix C
Lifespan: Daniel Defense – Barrel life rated to approximately 5-10 years. No lifespan indicated by the manufacturer. Lifespan varies on operational usage and wear.

The Department currently possesses the following .308 semi-auto rifles:

Daniel Defense - .308 semi-auto Rifle (Quantity: See Appendix B) Manufacturer: Daniel Defense
Manufacturer Description: The DD5 V4, chambered in either 6.5 Creedmoor or

7.62x51mm NATO, provides users of the Daniel Defense semi-automatic platform even

23 greater long-range precision shooting capability. This highly accurate and durable rifle includes an adjustable gas block that allows for a consistent feel whether shooting suppressed or unsuppressed. The perfected bolt carrier group reduces overall recoil impulse and is easy to maintain and operate in all conditions. (Photo and description source: Daniel Defense, AR-10, DD5 V4, 7.62 | Daniel Defense) Barrett .50 Caliber Semi-Automatic Rifle:
.50 Semi-Auto Rifle: A shoulder-fired rifle with precision optics that fires a .50 Barrett cartridge.

Capability: The .50 semi-auto rifle provides SWAT Snipers with the ability to disable vehicles.

Usage: .50 caliber rifles are to be used exclusively by officers assigned to the SWAT Sniper Team. These rifles are used for disabling a vehicle in incidents where lethal force is justified, and no other reasonable means exist to stop the vehicle to protect innocent life.

Training Requirements: SWAT Snipers must successfully complete a POST certified SWAT school. San Luis Obispo Police Department Snipers must also complete a POST certified sniper school and regularly train and qualify with various weapons systems including the .50 caliber rifle to maintain proficiency.

Fiscal Impact: See Appendix C
Lifespan: Barrett 82A1M – Fifteen (15) years
The Department currently possesses the following .50 caliber semi-auto rifles:

Barrett - .50 semi-auto Rifle (Quantity: See Appendix B) Manufacturer: Barrett
Manufacturer Description: Engineered as the first shoulder fired semi-automatic 50 BMG rifle, the Model 82A1 has been proven in combat in every environment from the snow covered mountains, to the desolate deserts, and everything in between. Its low felt

24 recoil and reliable repower delivers on target with every pull of the trigger. More than just a rifle, the Model 82 is an American icon.
(Photo and description source: Model 82A1® - Barrett Firearms) Heckler and Koch MP5:
9mm SMG: A shoulder-fired submachine gun with precision optics that fires a 9mm round.

Capability: The MP5 has a barrel that is longer than a pistol but shorter than a rifle, which provides a trained SWAT officer with better control inside of a structure with greater accuracy than a handgun.

Usage: MP5 SMG’s are to be used exclusively by officers assigned to the SWAT Team.

These weapons are used in incidents where lethal force is justified to protect innocent life.

Training Requirements: SWAT Officers must successfully complete a POST certified SWAT school and regularly train and qualify with various weapons systems including the MP5 SMG to maintain proficiency.

Fiscal Impact: See Appendix C
Lifespan: H&K MP5 – Fifteen (15) years
The Department currently possesses the following SMG’s:

MP5 – 9mm Submachine gun (Quantity: See Appendix B)
Manufacturer: Heckler & Koch
Manufacturer Description Developed by Heckler & Koch in the mid-1960s, the 9 mm MP5 submachine gun uses the same delayed blowback operating system found on the famous HK G3 automatic rifle. Reliability, accuracy, ease of handling, simple maintenance, and safety — all the elements of HK excellence are highlighted on the MP5. Firing from the closed-bolt position in all modes of fire make MP5 submachine guns extremely accurate and controllable.

25 (Photo and description source: MP5 - Heckler & Koch (hk-usa.com) Rifle & Pistol Ammunition:

Rifle Ammunition: Rifle ammunition manufactured specifically for rifles chambered in

5.56/.223 Remington or .308 Winchester. Pistol ammunition manufactured specifically for 9mm luger. (Used in the MP5)
Capability: 5.56/.223 or .308 rifle ammunition used in conjunction with an AR-15 type rifles or .308 sniper rifles provides officers the ability to engage hostile suspects at distances generally greater than the effective distance of their handguns. Rifle ammunition fired from AR-15 rifles, or .308 sniper rifles offers advantages over handguns, such as increased accuracy potential and the ability to defeat soft body armor but are not appropriate for every situation.

Usage: To project a force against a selected target to have an effect, potentially lethal.

Officers shall carry only department issued ammunition on duty. Officers shall be issued fresh duty ammunition in the specified quantity yearly. Use is established under Lexipol Policy 311. It is the policy of the San Luis Obispo Police Department to utilize ammunition only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to state and federal law, including those regarding the use of force.

Training Requirements: All sworn personnel are required to qualify annually with their duty weapons (pistol and rifle, if assigned) on an approved course of fire.

Fiscal Impact: See Appendix C
Lifespan: Approximately 5-year shelf life.

26 The Department currently possesses the following types of rifle/SMG duty and training ammunition:

HORNADY ELD TAP PRECISION 168 GRAIN (Quantity: See Appendix B) Manufacturer: Hornady Ammunition
Manufacturer Description: (a) .308 Winchester, polymer tip, 2582 feet per second muzzle velocity, brass casing. high accuracy round, for duty use in SWAT sniper rifles.

Hornady 308 WIN TAP 168 gr. ELD MATCH TAP PRECISION ammunition was designed as an improvement on the 168 gr. A-MAX TAP PRECISION load by incorporating the new ELD Match bullet. The 168 gr. ELD Match bullet with Heat Shield tip delivers the excellent terminal performance TAP Precision is known for, but features a resilient, heat resistant polymer tip that improves the ballistic coefficient, resulting in higher impact velocities, less drop, less wind drift, and more energy on target. (Description and photo source: https://www.hornadyle.com/) HORNADY TAP SBR 75 GRAIN (Quantity: See Appendix B)
Manufacturer: Hornady Ammunition
Manufacturer Description: 5.56 NATO, 2270 feet per second muzzle velocity, brass casing, barrier penetrating round, for duty use in SWAT sniper rifles. TAP® SBR™ is designed specifically for 10.5"-11.5" SBR’s by using proprietary propellant technology and a bullet designed with technology from industry leading Critical Duty® FlexLock® bullets. TAP® SBR™ provides exceptional ammunition performance in SBR’s suppressed or unsuppressed, with virtually no flash or residue, dramatically reduced sound signature, will not foul or overheat suppressors, uniform velocity and accuracy, and provides controllable rate of fire in automatic platforms. Designed to meet the

27 requirements of the FBI protocol, TAP® SBR™ is the optimum choice for 10.5"-11.5" barreled 5.56 rifles.
(Description and photo source: https://www.hornadyle.com/) Winchester Ranger Law Enforcement 55 Grain, .223 (Quantity: See Appendix B) Manufacturer: Winchester
Manufacturer Description: .223 Remington, full metal jacket, 3240 feet per second muzzle velocity, brass casing. used in department-issued rifles as training ammunition. (Description and photo source: USA223L1 | Winchester Ammunition) Barrett M33 - 661 GRAIN .50 Caliber (Quantity: See Appendix B) Manufacturer: Barrett
Manufacturer Description: Our 50 BMG ammunition is ready for action. Encased in Barrett head-stamped brass, every cartridge is loaded with noncorrosive powder and primers as well as a 661 gr projectile using state-of-the-art machinery.

28 (Description and photo source 50 BMG - Barrett Firearms) Hornady 135 Grain, 9mm (Quantity: See Appendix B)
Manufacturer: Hornady
Manufacturer Description: The patented Hornady® Flex Tip® design eliminates clogging and aids bullet expansion. A large mechanical jacket-to-core InterLock® band works to keep the bullet and core from separating for maximum weight retention, excellent expansion and consistent penetration and terminal performance through all FBI test barriers. The FlexLock® is an “intelligent bullet” that reacts differently depending on the barrier it encounters, delivering “barrier blind” performance after penetrating urban barriers such as plywood, sheet metal and even auto glass. (Description and photo source 9MM Luger +P 135 gr FlexLock® Critical Duty® - Hornady Manufacturing, Inc)
Winchester 115 Grain, 9mm FMJ (Quantity: See Appendix B)

29 Manufacturer: Winchester
Manufacturer Description: Backed by generations of legendary excellence, Winchester "USA White Box" stands for consistent performance and outstanding value, offering high-quality ammunition to suit a wide range of hunter's and shooter's needs. (Description and photo source Q4172 | Winchester Ammunition) Diversionary Devices (Flashbangs)
Diversionary Devices (Flashbangs): Canisters that emit a loud noise and bright light.

Capability: Diversionary Devices can release large amounts of stored energy in the form of heat, light, pressure, and noise. They are intended to temporarily distract, confuse, and disorientate subjects. They can also be used as “attention-getting” devices. A diversionary device is ideal for distracting dangerous suspects during assaults, hostage rescue, room entry or other high-risk arrest situations producing atmospheric over-pressure and brilliant white light, and as a result, can cause shortterm (6-8 seconds) physiological/psychological sensory deprivation to give officers a tactical advantage.

Usage: Diversionary devices shall only be used:

By officers who have been trained in their proper use
In hostage and barricaded situations
In high-risk warrant (search/arrest) service where there may be extreme hazards to officers

30 During high-risk situations where use would enhance officer safety.

During training exercises
Training Requirements: Prior to use, officers must attend in-house diversionary device training conducted by certified instructors.

Fiscal Impact: See Appendix C
Lifespan: Five (5) year limited warranty. Five (5) year shelf life.

The Department currently possesses the following types of Diversionary Devices:

Combined Tactical Systems 9-Bang Diversionary Device (Quantity: See Appendix B)
Manufacturer: Combined Tactical Systems
Manufacturer Description: The 7290-9 Flash-Bang exhibits a non-bursting, nonfragmenting multi-bang device that produces a thunderous bang with an intense bright light. Ideal for distracting dangerous suspects during assaults, hostage rescue, room entry or other high-risk arrest situations. The unit has a 175db output and produces 6-8 million candelas of light.
(Photo and description source https://www.combinedsystems.com/product/7290-9-flashbang-aluminum-body-9-bang-priced-individually-must-order-in-quantities-of-12/) Defense Technology Low Roll Diversionary Device (Quantity: See Appendix B) Manufacturer: Defense Technology

31 Manufacturer Description: The Non-Reloadable Distraction Device® unit incorporates an M201A1 type fuze with hex design gun steel body. This is compact version of the 8933 Low Roll® body Distraction Device is the newest version of the first reusable nonbursting canister that limits movement and rolling once deployed. The compact Distraction Device fits safely in your hand and packs all the power of the full-size Distraction Device. This is a smaller, lighter device with the same output. (Photo and description source Low Roll® 12-Gram Non-Reloadable Distraction Device® w/Safety Clip - Defense Technology (defense-technology.com) Liberty Dynamic Low Roll Diversionary Device (Quantity: See Appendix B) Manufacturer: Liberty Dynamic
Manufacturer Description: Deployment mechanics match existing flashbangs, therefore minimal training will be required. A digital "smart" fuse improves operational control through increased adaptability and a 0-delay deviation. The smart fuse can be factory programmed to any delay length. Emitting a powerful and disorienting report, the Enhanced Noise Flash Diversion Device's energetic sound and light output surpasses industry standards. The output is also factory scalable to specification (Tested to 184db). Semi-flat ergonomic design promotes improved target accuracy as the device does not roll after deployment. LED indicator lights provide device condition feedback.

Liberty Dynamic's Enhanced Noise Flash Diversion Devices are reloadable, thereby reducing overall operating costs. Safe and inexpensive reloadable training cartridges enable personnel to be more adequately trained while still maximizing costeffectiveness.

32 (Photo and description source The Safer & Smarter Tactical Flashbang Diversionary Device | Liberty Dynamic)
Chemical Agents, Smoke Canisters:

Chemical Agents and Smoke Canisters: Canisters that contain chemical agents that are released when deployed. Chemical agents can include irritants such as Chlorobenzalmalononitrile (CS) or an inflammatory agent such as Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) or Pava (synthetic OC). Chemical agents can be liquid, powder, or gaseous.

Delivery systems can be pyrotechnic, blast dispersion, OC Fogger, or aerosol.

Capability: Depending on the delivery method, chemical agents are capable of being introduced in proximity or from a distance. Depending on the type of delivery system and/or quantity, chemical agents can be used to saturate individual suspects, violent crowds, or areas of varied size to also include structures.

Usage: Situations for the use of chemical agents may include but are not limited to:

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

Chemical agents can also be used to prevent an armed suspect from accurately firing at citizens and/or officers. They can also be used in limited instances during civil unrest when objectively reasonable to defend against a threat to life or serious bodily injury to any individual, including the officer, or to bring an objectively dangerous and unlawful situation safely and effectively under control. See Penal Code 13652. Chemical agents are uses are governed under Lexipol Policy. It is the policy of the San Luis Obispo

33 Police Department to utilize chemical agents only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to state and federal law, including those regarding the use of force.

Training Requirements: Officers utilizing chemical agent canisters attended a POST certified school in deploying less lethal and chemical agent munitions.

Fiscal Impact: See Appendix C
Lifespan: Combined Tactical Systems (CTS) Chemical Agent Canisters and Munitions – Five (5) year limited warranty. Five (5) year shelf life.

Note: Due to manufacturing shortages and supply chain issues, some chemical munitions have been replaced with similar versions from Defense Technology.

The Department currently possesses the following types of Chemical Agent & Smoke Canisters:

CTS Smoke Canister #5210B (Quantity: See Appendix B)
Manufacturer: Combined Tactical Systems
Manufacturer Description: Pyrotechnic smoke grenade used for concealment or as a signaling device.
(Photo and description source: 5210 - White Smoke Canister Grenade - Combined Systems)
CTS Triple-PHASER CS Canister #5231 (Quantity: See Appendix B) Manufacturer: Combined Tactical Systems
Manufacturer Description: CS Triple Phaser canister grenade is a large diameter grenade consisting of 3 separate aluminum canisters pressed together with separate

34 charges between each canister. When deployed, the grenade will separate over a broad space to give a wider area of coverage. Can be launched or thrown. (Photo and description source: 5231 - Triple Phaser CS Smoke Grenade - Combined Systems)
CTS Riot CS Canister #5230 (Quantity: See Appendix B)
Manufacturer: Combined Tactical Systems
Manufacturer Description: Large diameter burning grenade that discharges a high volume of smoke and chemical agent through multiple emission ports. Specifically for outdoor use and should not be deployed on rooftops, in crawl spaces or indoors due to potential fire hazard. Can be hand thrown or launched. Discharge duration can reach up to 40 seconds.
(Photo and description source: 5230- CS Canister Grenade - Combined Systems) CTS Riot CS Canister #5230B (Quantity: See Appendix B)
Manufacturer: Combined Tactical Systems

35 Manufacturer Description: Pyrotechnic grenade designed for indoor use delivering a maximum amount of irritant smoke throughout multiple rooms with minimal risk of fire. (Photo and description source: 5230B- CS Baffled Canister Grenade, Pyro, Low Flame Potential - Combined Systems)
Defense Technology Triple-Chaser CS (Quantity: See Appendix B) Manufacturer: Defense Technology
Manufacturer Description: The Triple-Chaser® CS consists of three separate canisters pressed together with separating charges between each. When deployed, the canisters separate and land approximately 20 feet apart allowing increased area coverage in a short period of time. This grenade can be hand thrown or launched from a fired delivery system. The grenade is 6.5 in. by 2.7 in. and holds an approximately 3.2 oz. of active agent payload. It has an approximate burn time of 20-30 seconds. (Photo and description source https://www.defense-technology.com/product/triplechaser-separating-canister-cs/ ) Defense Technology Military Max Smoke (Quantity: See Appendix B) Manufacturer: Defense Technology
Manufacturer Description: The Military-Style Maximum Smoke Grenade comes from the Defense Technology® #3 smoke grenade. It is a slow burning, high volume, continuous discharge grenade designed for outdoor use in crowd management situations. Emits grey-white smoke only for approximately 1.5 to 2 minutes.

36 (Photo and description source https://www.defense-technology.com/product/maximumsmoke-hc-military-style-canister/ ) Defense Technology Riot Control CS (Quantity: See Appendix B) Manufacturer: Defense Technology
Manufacturer Description: The Riot Control CS Grenade is designed specifically for outdoor use in crowd control situations with a high volume continuous burn that expels its payload in approximately 20-40 seconds through four gas ports located on the top of the canister. This grenade can be used to conceal tactical movement or to route a crowd. The volume of smoke and agent is vast and obtrusive. This launchable grenade is 6.0 in. by 2.35 in. and holds approximately 2.7 oz. of active agent. (Photo and description source https://www.defense-technology.com/product/riot-controlcontinuous-discharge-grenade-cs/ ) Defense Technology Flameless Tri-Chamber OC (Quantity: See Appendix B) Manufacturer: Defense Technology
Manufacturer Description: Designed for law enforcement and corrections, the OC Flameless Tri-Chamber Pyrotechnic Grenade combines the effectiveness of Oleoresin Capsicum (OC) as an incapacitating agent with the flexible delivery methods, range and area coverage of pyrotechnic munitions. The OC Flameless Tri-Chamber Grenade can

37 be used in crowd control, or barricade situations, as a less lethal solution to incapacitate subjects through temporary respiratory discomfort, while reducing or negating the chance of fire to structures. The Tri-Chamber Flameless Grenade can be used in crowd control as well as tactical deployment situations by Law Enforcement and Corrections but was designed with the barricade situation in mind. Its applications in tactical situations are primarily to detect and/or dislodge barricaded subjects. The purpose of the Tri-Chamber Flameless Grenade is to minimize the risks to all parties through pain compliance, temporary discomfort, and/or incapacitation of potentially violent or dangerous subjects. The Tri-Chamber Flameless Grenade provides the option of delivering a pyrotechnic chemical device indoors, maximizing the chemicals’ effectiveness via heat and vaporization, while minimizing or negating the chance of fire to the structure.
(Photo and description source https://www.defense-technology.com/product/flamelesstri-chamber-oc-grenade/) Defense Technology Flameless Tri-Chamber SAF-Smoke (Quantity: See Appendix B)
Manufacturer: Defense Technology
Manufacturer Description: The design of the Tri-Chamber Flameless Saf-Smoke™ Grenade allows the contents to burn within an internal can and disperse the agent safely with reduced risk of fire. The grenade is designed primarily for indoor tactical situations to detect and/or dislodge a barricaded subject. This grenade will deliver approximately .70 oz. of agent during its 20-25 seconds burn time. The Tri-Chamber Flameless Grenade can be used in crowd control as well as tactical deployment situations by Law Enforcement and Corrections but was designed with the barricade situation in mind. Its applications in tactical situations are primarily to detect and/or dislodge barricaded subjects. The purpose of the Tri-Chamber Flameless Grenade is to minimize the risks to all parties through pain compliance, temporary discomfort, and/or incapacitation of potentially violent or dangerous subjects. The Tri-Chamber Flameless Grenade provides the option of delivering a pyrotechnic chemical device indoors, maximizing the chemicals’ effectiveness via heat and vaporization, while minimizing or negating the chance of fire to the structure.

38 The Tri-Chamber Flameless Grenade is NOT to be launched utilizing a launching cup. (Photo and description source https://www.defense-technology.com/product/flamelesstri-chamber-saf-smoke-grenade/) Defense Technology Flameless Tri-Chamber CS (Quantity: See Appendix B) Manufacturer: Defense Technology
Manufacturer Description: The design of the Tri-Chamber Flameless CS Grenade allows the contents to burn within an internal can and disperse the agent safely with reduced risk of fire. The grenade is designed primarily for indoor tactical situations to detect and/or dislodge a barricaded subject. This grenade will deliver approximately .70 oz. of agent during its 20-25 seconds burn time. The Tri-Chamber Flameless Grenade can be used in crowd control as well as tactical deployment situations by Law Enforcement and Corrections but was designed with the barricade situation in mind. Its applications in tactical situations are primarily to detect and/or dislodge barricaded subjects. The purpose of the Tri-Chamber Flameless Grenade is to minimize the risks to all parties through pain compliance, temporary discomfort, and/or incapacitation of potentially violent or dangerous subjects. The Tri-Chamber Flameless Grenade provides the option of delivering a pyrotechnic chemical device indoors, maximizing the chemicals’ effectiveness via heat and vaporization, while minimizing or negating the chance of fire to the structure.

The Tri-Chamber Flameless Grenade is NOT to be launched utilizing a launching cup. (Photo and description source https://www.defense-technology.com/product/flamelesstri-chamber-cs-grenade/)

39 Defense Technology Command Initiated Adaptor (Quantity: See Appendix B) Manufacturer: Defense Technology
Manufacturer Description: The 1600 Command Initiated Adaptor replaces the standard M201A1 Type Fuze in the Spede-Heat™, Riot Control, Maximum HC Smoke, Saf-Smoke™, Triple-Chaser®, Han-Ball™, Pocket Tactical, Colored Smoke and Flameless Tri-Chamber grenades. It is most commonly used in tactical situations by Law Enforcement and Corrections and was designed for instantaneous and remote initiation.
(Photo and description source https://www.defense-technology.com/product/commandinitiated-adapter/ ) 40mm Launchers:
40mm Launchers (Projectile Launch Platforms): A single shot or multi-shot Less Lethal Impact Weapon (LLIM) launcher capable of firing a variety of 40mm rounds. (40mm launchers are considered “Projectile Launch Platforms” under AB-481).

Capability: 40mm launchers can fire a variety of munitions with a maximum effective range of one hundred twenty (120) feet. 40mm launchers can deliver 40mm munitions in the form of chemical agents, sponge rounds, or combined use sponge OC chemical agent rounds.

Usage: 40mm launchers utilized with less lethal sponge rounds may be deployed to impact subjects demonstrating assaultive behavior or life-threatening behavior, as defined in Department Policy & Procedure (Use of Force). 40mm launchers utilized with less lethal sponge rounds may also be used to control an actively resistive subject reasonably believed to possess or have immediate access to a deadly weapon, within the force guidelines of Department Policy & Procedure (Use of Force). The main objectives that officers attempt to achieve in using an LLIM on a subject exhibiting any of the aforementioned criteria are to effect an investigative detention or arrest, control a subject who is in lawful custody, prevent an escape, or protect the officer, the subject, or

40 another person from injury or death. 40mm single launchers combined with less lethal 40mm sponge rounds are authorized to be used by any officer that has been trained in its use and maintains current LLIM qualifications.

Training Requirements: Officers that have been trained in the use of the 40mm launcher undergo thorough classroom and live fire training in its use from POST certified instructors. Officers are required to regularly train and qualify with 40mm launchers and projectile launch platforms on a quarterly basis to maintain proficiency.

Lifespan: Defense Technology 40mm Launchers – Fifteen (15) years.

Combined Tactical Systems Launching Cup – Twenty-Five (25) years.

The Department currently possesses the following types of 40mm launchers:

Defense Technology – 40mm LMT Single Launcher #1425 (40mm Single Shot Launcher) (Quantity: See Appendix B)
Manufacturer: Defense Technology
Manufacturer Description: Manufactured exclusively for Defense Technology the 40 LMTS is a single shot launcher with and adjustable intergraded Front Grip (IFG) with light mounting rail. The ambidextrous Lateral Sling Mounty (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 optic/sighting systems.
(Photo and description source: https://www.defense-technology.com/product/40mm-lmttactical-single-launcher-expandable-stock/ Combined Systems – LC5 Gas Launching Cup (Quantity: See Appendix B) Manufacturer: Combined Tactical Systems

41 Manufacturer Description: The LC5 Launching Cups are designed for the 5200 series grenades. The cups can be attached to virtually any 12ga shotgun and the munition launched with our model 2600 launching cartridge. These can be fired from most 12ga smooth bore shotguns.
(Photo and description source: LC5 Launching Cup - Combined Systems) 40mm Munitions:
40mm Munition: The 40MM LLIM round is a sponge cartridge. The sponge round has a blue colored nose with a black base. The casing is stainless.

Capability: 40mm LLIM direct impact rounds can impact a suspect at a maximum effective range of one hundred twenty (120) feet.

Usage: Circumstances appropriate for deployment include, but are not limited to, situations in which: (a) The suspect is armed with a weapon and the tactical circumstances allow for the safe application of approved munitions. (b) The suspect has made credible threats to harm him/herself or others. (c) The suspect is engaged in riotous behavior or is throwing rocks, bottles or other dangerous projectiles at people and/or officers. (d) There is probable cause to believe that the suspect has already committed a crime of violence and is refusing to comply with lawful orders. The San Luis Obispo Police Department adheres to California Penal Code 13652 and Lexipol Policy 307.

Training Requirements: Officers that have been trained in the use of the 40mm impact ammunition in conjunction with the 40mm single launcher undergo thorough classroom and live fire training in its use. Additionally, officers trained in the use of the 40mm single launcher must pass annual LLIM qualifications to maintain proficiency.

Fiscal Impact: See Appendix C
Lifespan: Five (5) year limited warranty. Five (5) year shelf life The Department currently possesses the following types of 40mm ammunition:

42 40mm Extended Range Direct Impact Sponge Round – Model 6323 (Quantity: See Appendix B)
Manufacturer: Defense Technology
Manufacturer Description: The 40 mm Direct Impact® LE Extended Range Round is a point-of-aim, point-of-impact direct-fire round and is intended to be used in applications that exceed the performance capability of the standard Direct Impact Round. An excellent solution whether you need to incapacitate a single subject or control a crowd.

The black nosed inert munition is a great option for training. (Photo and description source: Direct Impact® LE 40 mm Extended Range Inert Crushable Foam Round - Defense Technology (defense-technology.com) Byrna 40mm Direct Impact BIP
Manufacturer: Byrna
Manufacturer Description: The 40mm BIP is a blunt impact kinetic energy round. The patented technology involves an internal energy absorption system, as well as a collapsible gel head. This head “mushrooms” upon impact while absorbing a portion of the kinetic energy and dispersing the inertia (causing less injury). Additionally, by spreading the impact of the nose over a larger surface area, greater pain compliance is achieved as more sensory nerves on the target will be stimulated, thus increasing the pain reception.

43 (Photo and description source: SDI By Byrna 40MM – Byrna Law Enforcement) Defense Technology eXact iMpact (Quantity: See Appendix B) Manufacturer: Defense Technology
Manufacturer Description: The eXact iMpact™ 40 mm Sponge Round is a point-of-aim, point-of-impact direct-fire round. This lightweight, high-speed projectile consisting of a plastic body and sponge nose that is spin stabilized via the incorporated rifling collar and the 40 mm launcher’s rifled barrel. The round utilizes smokeless powder as the propellant, and, therefore, have velocities that are extremely consistent. Used for Crowd Control, Patrol, and Tactical Applications.

Photo and description source (https://www.defense-technology.com/product/exactimpact-40-mm-standard-range-sponge-round/ ) Ferret 40mm Barricade Round CS – Model 2292 (Quantity: See Appendix B) Manufacturer: Defense Technology
Manufacturer Description: The Ferret® 40mm Round is non-burning and suitable for indoor use. Used primarily by tactical teams, it is designed to penetrate barriers, such as windows, hollow core doors, wallboard and thin plywood. Upon impacting the barrier,

44 the nose cone ruptures and instantaneously delivers a small chemical payload inside of a structure or vehicle.

In a tactical deployment situation, the 40mm Ferret is primarily used to dislodge barricaded subjects from confined areas. Its purpose is to minimize the risks to all parties through pain compliance, temporary discomfort and/or incapacitation of potentially violent or dangerous subjects.
(Photo and description source: https://www.defense-technology.com/product/ferret-40- mm-powder-barricade-round-cs/)
PepperBall Launchers and PepperBall Munitions:

PepperBall Launchers and PepperBall Munitions: A non-lethal munitions system that employs paint ball launchers to fire “PepperBalls” that contain Pava pepper powder in place of the paint. The PepperBall delivery system combines chemical agent exposure with kinetic energy impact to aid in its effectiveness in addressing armed and/or violent individuals or crowds. PepperBall munitions also include glass breaking rounds and marking rounds.

Capability: PepperBall launchers give officers the ability to address an armed and/or violent suspect(s) with a non-lethal munition that delivers both chemical agent and kinetic energy impact. This combination can be extremely effective in gaining compliance or reducing threat potential with an armed and/or violent suspect(s). Due to its design, PepperBalls can be delivered from a larger standoff distance allowing for an added degree of officer safety. Its high round capability and accuracy allow for its use in a wide variety of operational environments.

Usage: Circumstances appropriate for deployment include, but are not limited to, situations in which: (a) The suspect is armed with a weapon and the tactical circumstances allow for the safe application of approved munitions. (b) The suspect has

45 made credible threats to harm him/herself or others. (c) The suspect is engaged in riotous behavior or is throwing rocks, bottles or other dangerous projectiles at people and/or officers. (d) There is probable cause to believe that the suspect has already committed a crime of violence and is refusing to comply with lawful orders. The San Luis Obispo Police Department adheres to California Penal Code 13652 and Lexipol Policy 307.

Training Requirements: Officers undergo regular classroom and live fire proficiency training by certified instructors. Additionally, officers are required to qualify with PepperBall launchers on a quarterly basis to maintain proficiency.

Fiscal Impact: See Appendix C
Lifespan: PepperBall Launcher – No manufacturer life span indicated by manufacturer. Two (2) year limited manufacturer warranty.

PepperBall Munitions – Approximately three (3) year shelf life.

The Department currently possesses the following types of pepper ball launchers and pepper ball munitions:

Pepper Ball Launchers (Quantity: See Appendix B)
SX Launcher
Manufacturer: PepperBall
Manufacturer Description: Compact and lightweight, the PepperBall FTC is the industry gold standard for crowd-control and other applications where accuracy and reliability is a factor. The FTC features a modular design with a rapid feeding loader and firing rate of 10-12 RPS.

46 (Photo and description source FTC™ | Crowd Control | Pepper Ball Launcher – FTC is a newer version of the SX, which is no longer on the pepperball website) PepperBall Glass Breaker – Projectile PepperBall Munition (Quantity: See Appendix A) [*NOTE: This projectile is utilized for glass breaking applications only.] Manufacturer: PepperBall
Manufacturer Description: Used to break side glass of vehicles and residential glass windows.
(Photo and description source: https://www.pepperball.com/products/glass-breaker/) PepperBall Live – Projectile PepperBall Munition (Quantity: See Appendix B) Manufacturer: PepperBall
Manufacturer Description: The classic PepperBall projectile. Contains 2% PAVA, and is excellent for direct impact and area saturation, especially in confined, interior spaces.

47 (Photo and description source: https://pepperball.com/projectiles/live/) Defense Logistics Disposition (DLA) Services (formerly DRMO) Equipment:

Reutilized equipment is donated to state and local governments as well as law enforcement agencies. The following items were received from the military at no cost:

Detachable Weapon Magazines
Description: COLT 30-round magazines chambered for .223/5.56 caliber rifles. (Quantity: See appendix B)
Usage: Magazines are for use with Department issued AR-15 rifles. It is the policy of the San Luis Obispo Police Department to utilize these magazines only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law regarding the use of force.

Training Requirements: Only members that are POST certified to use an issued AR15 rifle may be issued and use these magazines.

Fiscal Impact: See Appendix C
Lifespan: Approximately 10 years.

Reflex Rifle Sights
Description: AIM POINT Reflex Optics. A reflector sight or reflex sight is an optical sight that allows the user to look through a partially reflecting glass viewer to identify where a weapon system is pointed. It is the primary aiming device for modern rifles. (Quantity: See appendix B)
Usage: Reflex rifle sights are for use with Department issued AR-15 rifles. It is the policy of the San Luis Obispo Police Department to utilize these sighting systems only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law regarding the use of force.

Training Requirements: Only members that are POST certified to use an issued AR15 rifle may be issued and use these reflex rifle sights.

Fiscal Impact: See Appendix C
Lifespan: Approximately 10-15 years.

48 Backup Iron Rifle Sights
Description: MAG-PULL flip-up rear sights. Back-up sighting system. (Quantity: See appendix B)
Usage: Iron rifle sights are for use with Department issued AR-15 rifles. It is the policy of the San Luis Obispo Police Department to utilize these sighting systems only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law regarding the use of force.

Training Requirements: Only members that are POST certified to use an issued AR15 rifle may be issued and use these iron rifle sights.

Fiscal Impact: See Appendix C
Lifespan: Approximately 10-15 years.

Laser Range Finder
Description: Laser range finder. The range finder determines the distance between two points so that calculations can be made to determine the trajectory of rounds fired by a precision rifle team member.
(Quantity: See appendix B)
Usage: It is the policy of the San Luis Obispo Police Department to utilize laser range finders only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law regarding the use of force.

Training Requirements: Only members that are POST certified to use an issued longrange rifle system may be issued and use these laser range finders.

Fiscal Impact: See Appendix C
Lifespan: Approximately 10-15 years.

Infrared Transmitter
Description: Infrared transmitters are small blinking infrared lights that attach to a 9-volt battery. Infrared transmitters emit an infrared light that can be seen using night vision illuminators.
(Quantity: See appendix B)
Usage: Infrared transmitters are used by tactical teams in conjunction with night vision equipment. The transmitters are used to identify objects or locations that can only be seen with the use of night vision equipment. Use of infrared transmitters are deployed

49 at the direction of the SWAT Team Commander for use during tactical operations.

Officers deploying the infrared transmitters receive periodic training in the proper deployment of the transmitters. It is the policy of the San Luis Obispo Police Department to utilize these infrared transmitters only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law regarding the use of force.

Training Requirements: Only members that are trained in the use of night vision equipment are authorized to use infrared transmitters.

Fiscal Impact: See Appendix C
Lifespan: Approximately 10-15 years.

Image Intensifier (Night Vision)
Description: Night Vision Goggles. Nigh vision allows Officers to see in low light conditions.
(Quantity: See appendix B)
Usage: It is the policy of the San Luis Obispo Police Department to utilize night vision goggles only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law regarding the use of force. These goggles are assigned to SWAT and are used at the direction of the SWAT Team Commander.

Training Requirements: Only members who receive POST approved training in the use of night vision equipment are authorized to use the equipment. Additionally, all members that deploy night vision equipment are required to train with the equipment several times per year.

Fiscal Impact: See Appendix C
Lifespan: Approximately 10 years.

Toxicological Agents Protective Coveralls
Description: Rubber coated coveralls used to protect officers during an incident involving chemical/biological contaminants.
(Quantity: See appendix B)
Usage: It is the policy of the San Luis Obispo Police Department to utilize protective coveralls for official law enforcement purposes. Members of the department are authorized to use the protective equipment during their response to any situation where chemical/biological contaminants are suspected.

50 Training Requirements: Officers are trained in the proper use of protective coveralls on a five-year training cycle.

Fiscal Impact: See Appendix C
Lifespan: Approximately 10-15 years.

Illuminator, Target Pointer, Aiming Laser
Description: EOTECH laser aiming device. This is a multi-function visible and infrared laser aiming device with laser illuminator.
(Quantity: See appendix B)
Usage: It is the policy of the San Luis Obispo Police Department to utilize the aiming laser only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law regarding the use of force. The laser aiming device is used by SWAT members who are deploying a rifle while using night vision goggles. When using night vision, it becomes the primary aiming device for a rifle.

Training Requirements: Only members who received POST approved training in the proper use of the laser aiming device are authorized to use a rifle equipped with an EOTECH laser aiming device.

Fiscal Impact: See Appendix C
Lifespan: Approximately 10-15 years.

51 Appendix A
Military Equipment Deployment January 1st, 2024 – December 31, 2024 Unmanned Aerial Vehicle:

Date: Case #: Description:
01-22-2024 240122009 Cal Poly Protest AOA
01-24-2024 None Cal Poly Protest AOA
01-31-2024 240131062 Homicide/Suicide AOA Arroyo Grande PD 02-02-2024 240202069 DUI Checkpoint – Scene/Setup Evidence 02-03-2024 None Creek Check for Transients due to Impending Storm 02-22-2024 240222068 Major Injury Traffic Collision Scene Documentation 03-01-2024 240301024 Search for Missing Person at Risk
03-01-2024 240301056 Major Crime Scene / Photos and Evidence Collection 03-07-2024 None Cal Poly Protest AOA
03-16-2024 None St Fratty’s Day Civil Unrest
03-17-2024 None St Fratty’s Day Downtown Observation
03-27-2024 240327049 Fleeing Subject with Firearm – Patrol Assist 03-30-2024 240330043 Protest Higuera and Madonna
04-07-2024 240407039 Missing Juvenile – Juvenile Located by Drone 04-14-2024 None Creek Check for Transients due to Impending Storm 04-17-2024 None Cal Poly Protest AOA
04-22-2024 240422060 Major Crime Scene Documentation
04-28-2024 240428052 Suicidal Subject with Firearms
05-01-2024 None AOA Cal Poly Protest “Die In”
05-02-2024 240502029 Protest - Courthouse
05-15-2024 240515075 Protest – Mitchell Park
05-16-2024 240516072 Patrol Assist – Report of Fire/Fight in Mission Plaza 05-18-2024 None Protest

52 05-23-2024 None Cal Poly Protest AOA
05-30-2024 None Farmers Market – Jewish Heritage Night
06-02-2024 None Protest – Higuera and Marsh
06-04-2024 240604020 Search for Reported Bear in Town
06-18-2024 None AOA For City Streets – Pothole Documentation 06-25-2024 240625071 AOA Patrol – Male in Park with Handgun 07-01-2024 240701067 Barricaded Subject with Firearm
07-23-2024 240723046 Fatal Traffic Collision – Scene Documentation 08-03-2024 APD #24-1282 AOA Atascadero PD With Fatal Traffic Collision 08-11-2024 None Major Traffic Collision – Scene Documentation 08-20-2024 None Fire Department AOA for Fire at Bishop
08-20-2024 None AOA SLO Probation - Documentation
08-22-2024 240822086 Major Accident Documentation
09-05-2024 240905068 Search and Rescue
09-11-2024 240911023 Fleeing Suspect
09-25-2024 240925058 Interior Search (Check the Welfare) 09-30-2024 240930042 AOA Patrol- Search for Man with Firearm 10-10-2024 None Protest/March Downtown
10-24-2024 None Farmers Market – Protest
11-05-2024 None AOA SLO Probation - Documentation
11-14-2024 None Multiagency Search Warrant Service- Avenal CA 11-19-2024 241119040 Patrol Assist – Wanted Subject Fleeing on Foot 11-20-2024 241120020 Fleeing Suspect Search
11-20-2024 241120028 Civil Disturbance
12-21-2024 241221069 Building Search/Overwatch Barricaded Suspect 12-22-2024 241221069 AOA SLO Sheriffs – Interior Search for Suspect 12-22-2024 241222032 Protest/March Downtown

53 Robots:

Date: Case #: Description:
01/31/2024 None Murder Suspect Barricaded in Residence (Arroyo Grande PD Case)
11/14/2024 None Attempt Murder Suspect Arrest Warrant at a Residence (Kings County Sheriff’s Case)
Lenco Bearcat Armored Rescue Vehicle:

Date: Case #: Description:
01/31/2024 None Murder Suspect Barricaded in Residence (Arroyo Grande PD Case)
03/10/2024 None Murder Suspect out of Oregon Barricaded in Residence (Morro Bay PD Case)
07/01/2024 240701022 Shooting Suspect Barricaded in Residence 11/14/2024 None Attempt Murder Suspect Arrest Warrant at a Residence (Kings County Sheriff’s Case)
Mobile Incident Command Vehicle:

Date: Case #: Description:
01/31/2024 None Murder Suspect Barricaded in Residence (Arroyo Grande PD Case)
03/10/2024 None Murder Suspect out of Oregon Barricaded in Residence (Morro Bay PD Case)
07/01/2024 240701022 Shooting Suspect Barricaded in Residence 11/14/2024 None Attempt Murder Suspect Arrest Warrant at a Residence (Kings County Sheriff’s Case)
Breaching Shotgun and Ammunition:

None
Rifles:

None

54 Noise Flash Diversionary Device (NFDD):

None
Chemical Agent Deployment:

None
40mm Launchers and Munitions:

Date: Case #: Description:
01/31/2024 None Murder Suspect Barricaded in Residence, 4 Byrna BIP rounds used to break windows (Arroyo Grande
PD Case)
09/02/2024 240902041 Suspect threatening with a knife, 1 eXact iMpact round used
PepperBall Launcher and Munitions:

None

55 Appendix B
Military Equipment Quantities
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles:

DJI Mavic Mini:

On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 2 DJI Mavic Mini.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 2 DJI Mavic Mini.

DJI Mavic Enterprise Dual:

On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 1 DJI Mavic Enterprise Dual.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 0 DJI Mavic Enterprise Dual. (Retired from active service)
DJI Mavic 2 Enterprise Dual Advanced:

On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 1 DJI Mavic 2 Enterprise Dual Advanced.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 1 DJI Mavic 2 Enterprise Dual Advanced.

DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise:

On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 0 DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 1 DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise. (Replaced the DJI Mavic Enterprise Dual)
DJI Matrice:

On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 1 DJI Matrice.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 1 DJI Matrice.

DJI Avata:

On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 1 DJI Avata.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 1 DJI Avata.

Robots:

Icor Technologies Mini-Caliber:

56 On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 1 Icor Technologies Mini-Caliber.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 1 Icor Technologies Mini-Caliber.

Armored Vehicles:

Lenco Bearcat Armored Rescue Vehicle:

On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 1 Lenco Bearcat.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 1 Lenco Bearcat.

Mobile Incident Command:

Pace American Mobile Incident Command Trailer:

On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 1 Pace American MIC Trailer.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 1 Pace American MIC Trailer.
40mm Launchers and Munitions:

Defense Technology 40mm Single Shot Launcher:

On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 20 Defense Technology Single Shot Launchers.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 20 Defense Technology Single Shot Launchers.

Defense Technology 40mm Extended Range Direct Impact Sponge Round – Model 6323:

On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 40 rounds of Defense Technology 40mm Extended Range Direct Impact Sponge Munitions.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 60 rounds of Defense Technology 40mm Extended Range Direct Impact Sponge Munitions. (The Byrna BIP was discontinued, necessitating a replacement)

57 Byrna 40mm Direct Impact BIP :

On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 60 rounds of Byrna 40mm Direct Impact BIP Munitions.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 22 rounds of Byrna 40mm Direct Impact BIP Munitions.
(Discontinued. 34 rounds used in training. 4 used on a call for service.) Defense Technology 40mm eXact iMpact Sponge Round:

On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 50 rounds of Defense Technology 40mm Extended Range Direct Impact Sponge Munitions.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 80 rounds of Defense Technology 40mm Extended Range Direct Impact Sponge Munitions. (The Byrna BIP was discontinued, necessitating a replacement. 1 used on a call for service.)
Defense Technology Ferret 40mm Barricade Round CS – Model 2292:

On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 12 rounds of Defense Technology Ferret 40mm Barricade Round CS Munitions.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 12 rounds of Defense Technology Ferret 40mm Barricade Round CS Munitions.

Defense Technology 12 ga. Launching Cup:

On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 2 Defense Technology 12 ga. Launching Cup.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 2 Defense Technology 12 ga. Launching Cup.

Distraction Devices:

Combined Tactical Systems 9-Bang Diversionary Device:

On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 11 Combined Tactical Systems 9-Bang diversionary devices.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 10 Combined Tactical Systems 9-Bang diversionary devices.
(One used in training.)
Defense Technology Low-Roll Diversionary Device:

58 On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 10 Defense Technology Low-Roll diversionary devices.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 9 Defense Technology Low-Roll diversionary devices.
(1 used in training. These are expired and will be used in training in the coming year) Liberty Dynamic Reloadable Low-Roll Diversionary Device Frame:

On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 12 Liberty Dynamic reloadable distraction device frames.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 30 Liberty Dynamic reloadable distraction device frames.

Liberty Dynamic Low-Roll Diversionary Device Reloads:

On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 12 Liberty Dynamic distraction device reloads.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 40 Liberty Dynamic distraction device reloads.

Defense Technology Command Initiated for DRACO:

On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 12 Defense Technology Command Initiated Devices.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 12 Defense Technology Command Initiated Devices.

Rifles/SMGs:

Barrett .50 Caliber Rifle:

On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 1 Barrett .50 Caliber Rifle.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 1 Barrett .50 Caliber Rifle.

Daniel Defense DD5 .308 Semi-Auto Sniper Rifle:

On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 1 Daniel Defense DD5 .308 Semi-Auto Sniper Rifle.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 1 Daniel Defense DD5 .308 Semi-Auto Sniper Rifle.

59 Accuracy International AT .308 LE Bolt-Action Sniper Rifle:

On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 1 Accuracy International AT .308 LE Bolt-Action Sniper Rifle.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 2 Accuracy International AT .308 LE Bolt-Action Sniper Rifle.
(SLOPD rifle replacement of a SWAT partner agency rifle being used by our operator) Colt 5.56 M4 Rifle:

On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 9 Colt 5.56 M4 Rifles.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 9 Colt 5.56 M4 Rifles.
xColt .223 AR-15 Rifle:

On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 55 Colt .223 AR-15 Rifles.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 55 Colt .223 AR-15 Rifles.

Heckler & Koch MP5 9mm Submachine Gun:

On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 6 Heckler & Koch MP5 9mm Submachine Guns.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 6 Heckler & Koch MP5 9mm Submachine Guns.

Chemical Agent and Smoke Canisters:

Combined Tactical Systems Smoke Canister #5210B:

On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 18 CTS smoke canisters.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 12 CTS smoke canisters.
(6 used in training)
Combined Tactical Systems Triple-PHASER CS Canister #5231:

60 On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 32 CTS TriplePHASER CS canisters.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 16 CTS TriplePHASER CS canisters. (16 used in training)
Combined Tactical Systems Riot CS Canister #5230:

On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 34 CTS riot CS canisters.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 17 CTS riot CS canisters.
(17 used in training)
Combined Tactical Systems Baffled Riot CS Canister #5230B:

On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 16 CTS baffled riot CS canisters.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 16 CTS baffled riot CS canisters.

Defense Technology Triple-Chaser CS:

On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 10 Defense Technology Triple-Chaser CS.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 10 Defense Technology Triple-Chaser CS.

Defense Technology Military Max Smoke:

On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 6 Defense Technology Military Max Smoke.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 0 Defense Technology Military Max Smoke.
(6 used in training)
Defense Technology Riot Control CS:

On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 18 Defense Technology Riot Control CS.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 18 Defense Technology Riot Control CS.

61 Defense Technology Flameless Tri-Chamber OC:

On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 8 Defense Technology Flameless Tri-Chamber OC.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 8 Defense Technology Flameless Tri-Chamber OC.

Defense Technology Tri-Chamber SAF-Smoke:

On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 20 Defense Technology Tri-Chamber SAF-Smoke.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 20 Defense Technology Tri-Chamber SAF-Smoke.

Defense Technology Tri-Chamber CS:

On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 24 Defense Technology Tri-Chamber CS.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 24 Defense Technology Tri-Chamber CS.

PepperBall Launchers and Munitions:

PepperBall SX Launcher:

On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 4 PepperBall SX Launchers.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 4 PepperBall SX Launchers.

PepperBall Live Projectiles:

On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 1500 projectiles of PepperBall Live.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 1500 projectiles of PepperBall Live.

PepperBall Glass Break Rounds:

On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department 50 PepperBall Glass Break projectiles.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department 50 PepperBall Glass Break projectiles.

62 Shotgun Breaching Tools:

Remington 870 Express Breaching Shotgun:

On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 1 Remington 870 Express Breaching Shotgun.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 1 Remington 870 Express Breaching Shotgun.

Benelli M4 Breaching Shotgun:

On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 1 Benelli M4 Breaching Shotgun.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 1 Benelli M4 Breaching Shotgun.

Royal Arms Tesar-2 Black Cap 425 Grain Copper Frangible Breaching Round:

On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 80 Royal Arms Tesar-2 Black Cap 425 Grain Copper Frangible Breaching rounds.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 80 Royal Arms Tesar-2 Black Cap 425 Grain Copper Frangible Breaching rounds.

Duty Ammunition:

Note: Ammunition inventory fluctuates throughout the year depending on range dates, qualifications, courses of fire, officer monthly allotment and delivery and availability of ammunition orders. Maximum ammunition inventory allotment figures have been added to better reflect the maximum number of rounds that could be on hand at any given time.

Ammunition inventory used includes purchases made between 4/30/2024 and 05/01/2025.

Hornady 135 Grain, 9mm Ammunition:

On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 4,500 rounds of Hornady 135 grain 9mm ammunition.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 8,000 rounds of Hornady 135 grain 9mm ammunition.
8,500 rounds used in training and duty ammunition yearly replacement. (Department maximum – 15,000 rounds.)
Winchester 115 Grain, 9mm FMJ Ammunition:

63 On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 13,000 rounds of Winchester 115 grain 9mm ammunition.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 37,000 rounds of Winchester 115 grain 9mm ammunition.
52,500 rounds used in training and Officer allotment.
(Department maximum – 40,000 rounds.)
Winchester Ranger Law Enforcement 55 Grain, .233 Ammunition:

On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 14,500 rounds of Winchester Ranger Law Enforcement 55 Grain, .223 ammunition.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 15,000 rounds of Winchester Ranger Law Enforcement 55 Grain, .223 ammunition. 15,500 rounds used in training and Officer allotment.
(Department maximum – 25,000 rounds.)
Hornady ELD TAP Precision 168 Grain, .308 Ammunition:

On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 428 rounds of Hornady ELD TAP Precision 168 Grain, .308 ammunition.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 900 rounds of Hornady ELD TAP Precision 168 Grain, .308 ammunition.
2,128 rounds used in training.
(Department maximum – 3,000 rounds.)
Hornaday TAP SBR 75 Grain, 5.56:

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 2,100 rounds of Hornady TAP SBR 75 Grain, 5.56 ammunition.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 3,000 rounds of Hornady TAP SBR 75 Grain, 5.56 ammunition.
6,100 rounds were used in training.

Department maximum – 8,000 rounds.

Barrett M33 661 Grain .50 Caliber Ammunition:

On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 60 rounds of Barrett M33 661 grain .50 caliber ammunition.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 39 rounds of Barrett M33 661 grain .50 caliber ammunition.

64 21 rounds were used in training.

Department maximum – 200 rounds.

Defense Logistics Disposition (DLA) Services (formerly DRMO) Equipment:

Detachable Weapon Magazines
On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 503 Detachable Weapon Magazines.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 503 Detachable Weapon Magazines.

Reflex Rifle Sights
On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 80 Reflex Rifle Sights.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 80 Reflex Rifle Sights.

Backup Iron Rifle Sights
On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 60 Backup Iron Rifle Sights.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 60 Backup Iron Rifle Sights.

Laser Range Finder
On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 3 Laser Range Finder.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 3 Laser Range Finder.

Infrared Transmitter
On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 75 Infrared Transmitter.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 75 Infrared Transmitter.

Image Intensifier (Night Vision)
On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 4 Image Intensifier.

65 On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 4 Image Intensifier.

Toxicological Agents Protective Coveralls
On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 18 Toxicological Agents Protective Coveralls.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 18 Toxicological Agents Protective Coveralls.

Illuminator, Target Pointer, Aiming Laser
On 06/01/2024 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 18 Illuminator, Target Pointer, Aiming Laser.

On 06/01/2025 the San Luis Obispo Police Department inventoried 18 Illuminator, Target Pointer, Aiming Laser.

66 Appendix C
Fiscal Impact by Equipment Type – Fiscal Year 2024 (July 2024 – June 2025) and Estimated Projected Cost
Military Equipment Appendix
Armored Vehicles
Equipment Name
and Model /
Manufacturer
Initial Cost Ongoing Annual Cost
FY24 (Approximate)
Projected Annual
Cost FY25
(Approximate)
Lenco Bear Cat (1) $169,000 (grant
funded)
$4,500 $4,500
Mobile Incident Command Vehicle (MIC)
Equipment Name
and Model /
Manufacturer
Initial Cost Ongoing Annual Cost
FY24 (Approximate)
Projected Annual
Cost FY25
(Approximate)
2011 Pace American $0 Donation from
AGPD + $50,000 to
outfit with equipment
$2,250 $2,250
Breaching Shotguns and Ammunition
Equipment Name and
Model / Manufacturer
Initial Cost Ongoing Annual Cost
FY24 (Approximate)
Projected Annual
Cost FY25
(Approximate)
Remington 870
Shotguns Qty: (1)
$800 $20 $20
Benelli M4 Qty: (1) $1,900 $20 $20
Royal Arms Tesar-2
Black Cap 425 Grain
Copper Frangible
Breaching Round
(80)
$7.00 $40 $40
Patrol Rifles
Equipment Name
and Model /
Manufacturer
Initial Cost Ongoing Annual Cost
FY24 (Approximate)
Projected Annual
Cost FY25
(Approximate)
Colt Carbine AR-15
Rifle 5.56/.223
Caliber (55)
$99,000
($1,800 ea)
$2,200
($40 ea)
$2,200
($40 ea)

67 SWAT Rifles/SMGs
Equipment Name
and Model /
Manufacturer
Initial Cost Ongoing Annual Cost
FY24 (Approximate)
Projected Annual
Cost FY25
(Approximate)
Colt M4 Rifle (9)

5.56/.223 caliber
$17,100
($1,900 ea)
$360
($40 ea)
$360
($40 ea)
H&K 9mm SMG MP5
(6)
$15,000
($2,500 ea)
$0 $0
Accuracy
International AT LE
.308 (2)
$6,652 $20 $40
Daniel Defense .308
(1)
$4,500 $20 $20
Barrett .50 Caliber
Rifle (1)
$0 – Donation from
PG&E
Value $8,500
$20 $20
Pepper Ball Launchers and Munitions
Equipment Name
and Model /
Manufacturer
Initial Cost Ongoing Annual Cost
FY24 (Approximate)
Projected Annual
Cost FY25
(Approximate)
Pepper Ball SX
Launcher (4)
$3,800
($950 ea)
$80
($20 ea)
$80
($20 ea)
Pepper Ball Live
Projectiles (1500)
$5,700
($3.80 ea)
$900 $900
Pepper Ball Glass
Break 50 Projectiles
(50)
$137
($2.73 ea)
$25 $25
40MM Launchers and Rounds
Equipment Name
and Model /
Manufacturer
Initial Cost Ongoing Annual Cost
FY24 (Approximate)
Projected Annual
Cost FY25
(Approximate)
Defense Technology
Single Shot Launcher
(20)
$22,000
($1,100 ea)
$400
($20 ea)
$400
($20 ea)
Defense Technology
12 ga. Launching
Cup (2)
$600
($300 ea)
$0 $0
Defense Technology
40MM Extended
Range Impact (60)
$1605
($26.75 ea)
$200 $268
Byrna Direct Impact
BIP (22)
$506
($23 ea)
Discontinued

68 Defense Technology
40MM Ferret Round
(12)
$276
($23 ea)
$92 $92
Defense Technology
eXact iMpact Sponge
Round (80)
$1,920
($24 ea)
$225 $240
Distraction Devices
Equipment Name and
Model / Manufacturer
Initial Cost Ongoing Annual Cost
FY24 (Approximate)
Projected Annual
Cost FY25
(Approximate)
Liberty Dynamic
Reloadable Frame
(30)
$3,315
($110.50 ea)
$0 $0
Liberty Dynamic
Reloads (40)
$2,360
($59 ea)
$90 $708
Combined Tactical
Systems 9-Bang (10)
$2,100
($210 ea)
$210 $210
Defense Technology
Low-Roll
Diversionary (9)
$850
($94.45 ea)
$180 $189
Defense Technology
Command Initiated
for DRACO (12)
$1,920
($160 ea)
$85 $320
Chemical Agent and Smoke Canisters
Equipment Name and
Model / Manufacturer
Initial Cost Ongoing Annual Cost
FY24 (Approximate)
Projected Annual
Cost FY25
(Approximate)
CTS Smoke Canister
(12)
$513
($42.80 ea)
$115 $128
CTS Triple-PHASER
CS (16)
$1,028
($64.27 ea)
$88 $0
CTS Riot CS
Canister (17)
$750
($44.14 ea)
$80 $132
CTS Baffled Riot CS
Canister (16)
$969
($60.56 ea)
$80 $1600 (triple chaser
/phaser replacement)
Defense Technology
Triple Chaser CS
(10)
$654
($65.40 ea)
$80 $0
Defense Technology
Military Max Smoke
(0)
$240
($66.25 ea)
$80 $660
Defense Technology
Riot Control CS (18)
$666
($37 ea)
$135 $148

69 Defense Technology
Flameless TriChamber OC (8)
$482
($60.30 ea)
$45 $121
Defense Technology
Flameless TriChamber SAFSmoke (20)
$1,084
($54.20 ea)
$80 $108
Defense Technology
Tri-Chamber CS (24)
$1,366
($56.95 ea)
$125 $125
Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS)
Equipment Name
and Model /
Manufacturer
Initial Cost Ongoing Annual Cost
FY24 (Approximate)
Projected Annual
Cost FY25
(Approximate)
DJI Mavic Mini (2) $1,500 $0 $0
DJI Mavic Enterprise
Dual (0)
$0 – Donation
Value $4,500
$0 $0
DJI Mavic 2
Enterprise Dual
Advanced (1)
$6,500 (grant
funded)
$0 $0
DJI Mavic 3
Enterprise (1)
$8,199 $0 $0
DJI Matrice (1) $13,000 $850 $900
DJI Avata (1) $2,199 $350 $350
Annual Maintenance
and Battery
Replacement Cost
$1,500 $2,000
Robots
Equipment Name
and Model /
Manufacturer
Initial Cost Ongoing Annual Cost
FY24 (Approximate)
Projected Annual
Cost FY25
(Approximate)
Icor Technologies
Mini Caliber (1)
$64,000 (grant
funded)
$0 $0
Annual Maintenance
and Battery
Replacement Cost
$750 $1,250
Ammunition
Equipment Name
and Model /
Manufacturer
Initial Cost Ongoing Annual Cost
FY24 (Approximate)
Projected Annual
Cost FY25
(Approximate)
Barrett .50 Caliber
M33 661 grain (39)
$311
($7.99 ea)
$100 $200

70 Winchester Ranger
Law Enforcement 55
grain .223 (15000)
$3,000
($.20)
$4,100 $4,500
Hornady ELD
Precision 168 grain
.308 (900)
$1,566
($1.74 ea)
$3,590 $3,750
Hornady 5.56 TAP
SBR 75 Grain (3000)
$3,510
($1.17ea)
$4,165 $4,250
Winchester 9mm
115g FMJ (37000)
$11,100
($.30 ea)
$27,475 $28,000
Hornady 9mm 135
grain (8000)
$10,240
($1.28 ea)
$2,800 $3,000

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707.1 PURPOSE AND SCOPE
The purpose of this policy is to provide guidelines for the approval, acquisition, and reporting requirements of military equipment (Government Code § 7070; Government Code § 7071; Government Code § 7072).
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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707.2 POLICY
It is the policy of the San Luis Obispo Police Department that members of this department comply with the provisions of Government Code § 7071 with respect to to the approval for, acquisition, funding, and use of, and reporting regarding military equipment. 707.3 MILITARY EQUIPMENT COORDINATOR
The Chief of Police shall 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:
department
(a) Acting as liaison to City Council 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 San Luis Obispo 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 by the department, and how the Department will respond in a timely manner. 707.4 MILITARY EQUIPMENT INVENTORY
The qualifying equipment for the Department islisted in Attachment A to this policy. 707.5 APPROVAL
The Chief of Police or the authorized designee shall obtain approval from City Council 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

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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. 707.6 COORDINATION WITH OTHER JURISDICTIONS
Military equipment in the possession of the department shall not be used by any other law enforcement agency or member in this jurisdiction unless the military equipment is approved for use in accordance with this policy.

This policy recognizes the need for agencies to provide assistance to each other, whether in ongoing, combined, or regional operations, occasional planned operations, or in exigent circumstances. Where applicable to the provisions of Government Code § 7070 through § 7075, such assisting agencies shall comply with their respective military equipment use policies when rendering assistance and with any directions for use of department military equipment given by department command.
707.7 EXTRAORDINARY CIRCUMSTANCES
This policy also recognizes that there may be very limited or extreme instances where incidents of extraordinary nature could demand the need for incident commanders to authorize Department personnel to use equipment not specified in this policy. This decision must be made depending on the totality of the circumstances, including due regard for the public's safety, officer safety, respecting civil rights, the seriousness of the situation, and other information available at that time.

Should such extreme instances occur that call for members of this Department to use equipment not specified in this policy, the incident commander shall, if practical, notify the Chief of Police via the chain of command prior to deploying such equipment and the use of such equipment shall be documented in an appropriate report. Should such circumstances occur, the Chief of Police, or his/her designee, shall notify the City Council as soon as practical, and document any such uses in the required annual report.

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707.8 ANNUAL REPORT
Upon approval of a military equipment policy, the Chief of Police or the authorized designee should 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 should 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 complaints or concerns 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. (e) The quantity possessed for each type of military equipment. (f) If the department intends to acquire additional military equipment in the next year, the quantity sought for each type of military equipment.
707.9 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. At the meeting, the Department shall discuss the report and respond to questions regarding the Department's funding, acquisition, or use of military equipment (Government Code §7072).
707.10 MILITARY EQUIPMENT COMPLAINT PROCESS
Trust and transparency to the community we serve is paramount to our community-oriented policing philosophy. Maintaining an active exchange of ideas and feedback is integral to the harmonization of this collaborative initiative. The most effective way to partner with our community on these important topics is to provide a safe and transparent means by which we listen to feedback and engage concerns on the necessary tools we are entrusted with to serve our

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community. Building and maintaining trust is predicated on first listening to concerns, giving a voice through dialogue, and swiftly acting on areas where we can improve.

Pursuant to 709.3 (g) of this policy, all formal complaints, questions, or inquiries received by the department, regardless of manner, pertaining to the use or misuse, possession, or acquisition of any item defined by this policy and/or AB 481 as Military Equipment shall be referred to Lexipol policy 1019 Personnel Complaints. Any complaint related to the misuse of Military Equipment is deemed in nature and will be investigated thoroughly and as expeditiously as possible and in accordance with the stringent procedures and processes as directed by Lexipol policy 1019.

Complaints received under 709.10 will be thoroughly documented and dispositions recorded per Lexipol policy 1019. All complaints, regardless of findings and/or disposition, shall be aggregated annually and reported to the Chief of Police for inclusion into the department's annual Military Equipment Report presented to Council.
707.11 MILITARY EQUIPMENT INVENTORY
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Policy 709: Military Equipment
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MILITARY EQUIPMENT INVENTORY

1. Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS): An unmanned aircraft along with the associated equipment necessary to control it remotely.
a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost. i. DJI MAVIC MINI, cost: $500 each, quantity: 1. Miniature UAS that weighs approximately 249 grams and is able to record video and audio with approximately 30 minutes of flight time.
ii. DJI MAVIC ENTERPRISE DUAL, no cost, received a donation from the community which paid the entire $4,500 each, quantity: 1. UAS that has a color and inferred camera as well as audible speaker and light. Capable of video recording and weighs approximately 899 grams, approx. 30 minutes of flight time.
iii. DJI MAVIC ENTERPRISE DUAL ADVANCED, no cost, received County Homeland Security Grant that paid the entire $6,500 each, quantity: 1.

UAS that has a color and inferred camera as well as audible speaker and light. Capable of video recording and weighs approximately 899 grams, approx. 30 minutes of flight time.
b. Purpose
To be deployed when its view would assist officers or incident commanders with the following situations, which include but are not limited to:
i. Major collision investigations.
ii. Search for missing persons.
iii. Natural disaster management.
iv. Crime scene photography.
v. SWAT, tactical or other public safety and life preservation missions. vi. In response to specific requests from local, state, or federal fire authorities for fire response and/or prevention.
c. Authorized Use
Only assigned operators who have completed the required training and received a Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate, shall be permitted to operate any UAS during approved missions.
d. Expected Life Span
All UAS equipment, 3-4 years.
e. Fiscal Impact
Annual maintenance and battery replacement cost is approximately $ 2,000.

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f. Training
All Department UAS operators are licensed by the Federal Aviation Administration for UAS operation. In addition, each operator must attend training updates throughout the year.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules
Use is established under FAA Regulation 14 CFR Part 107, and department policy. It is the policy of the SLOPD 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.

2. Robots: A remotely controlled unmanned machine that operates on the ground, which is utilized to enhance the safety of the community and officers. a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost. i. ICOR TECHNOLOGIES, no cost, received Count Homeland Security Grant that paid the entire $64,000 each, quantity: 1. The ICOR Mini Caliber robot is designed for rapid tactical missions, the robot is simple to operate and quick to deploy for searching rooms, hallways, stairwells, and confined spaces. With rubber tracks and articulating front and rear flippers, the Mini-CALIBER effortlessly climbs stairs. It also includes an extendible rotating claw arm that simplifies opening door handles. b. Purpose
To be used to remotely gain visual/audio data, deliver the Crisis Negotiation Team (CNT) phone, open doors, and clear buildings.
c. Authorized Use
Only assigned operators who have completed the required training shall be permitted to operate the robots.
d. Expected Life Span
Robot, 8-10 years.
e. Fiscal Impact
Annual maintenance and battery replacement cost is approximately $ 1000.00 f. All robot operators receive inhouse training on the use and deployment of the robot. All robot operators are required to train monthly with the robot. g. Legal and Procedural Rules
It is the policy of the SLOPD to utilize a robot only for official law enforcement purposes, and in a manner that respects the privacy of our community, pursuant to State and Federal law.

3. Armored Vehicles: Commercially produced wheeled armored personnel vehicle utilized for law enforcement purposes.

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a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost. i. LENCO BEARCAT, no cost, received Count Homeland Security Grant that paid the entire $156,000. The City had to pay a onetime vehicle registration fee of $13,000, quantity: 1. The Lenco Bearcat, is an armored vehicle that seats 10-12 personnel with 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.
b. Purpose
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. c. Authorized Use
The use of armored vehicles shall only be authorized by a watch commander or SWAT commander, based on the specific circumstances of a given critical incident. Armored vehicles shall be used only by officers trained in their deployment and in a manner consistent with Department policy and training.
d. Expected Life Span
Lenco Bearcat 15 years
e. Fiscal Impact
Annual maintenance cost of approximately $4200.00
f. Training
All driver/operators shall attend formalized instruction and be trained in vehicle operations and practical driving instruction.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules
It is the policy of the Department to utilize armored vehicles only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law.

4. Mobile Incident Command Vehicle (MIC): A vehicle used mobile office that provides shelter, access to Department computer systems, and restroom facilities during extended events.
a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost. i. 2011 PACE AMERICAN, no cost, trailer was donated by the City of Arroyo Grande covering the entire estimated cost of $30,000. The City had to pay $ 50,000 to outfit as a MIC, quantity: 1. The MIC can also be utilized for SWAT/CNT and other critical incidents, preplanned large events, searching for missing persons, natural disasters, and community events.

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b. Purpose
To be used based on the specific circumstances of a given critical incident, large event, natural disaster or community event that is taking place. c. Authorized Use
Only officers trained in their deployment and operations in a manner consistent with Department policy and training are authorized to operate the MIC. Situations which the MIC is authorized for use would include but not be limited to critical incidents, emergencies and natural disasters.
d. Lifespan
The MIC, 20-year lifespan on trailer structure. IT upgrades needed every 5-7 years to maintain systems.
e. Fiscal Impact
Annual maintenance cost is approximately $2000.00
f. Training
The driver/operator shall receive training in the safe towing and handling of the vehicle. g. Legal and Procedural Rules
It is the policy of the Department to use the MIC only for official law enforcement purposes, and in accordance with California State law regarding the operation of motor vehicles.

5. 40 MM Launchers and Rounds: 40MM Launchers are utilized by department personnel as a less lethal tool to launch impact rounds.
a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost. i. DEFENSE TECHNOLOGY, 40MM SINGLE SHOT LAUNCHER, #1425, cost $1100 each, quantity: 20. The 40MM Single Launcher is a tactical single shot launcher that features an expandable ROGERS Super Stoc and an adjustable Integrated Front Grip (IFG) with light rail. It will fire standard 40mm less lethal ammunition, up to 4.8 inches in cartridge length. It will launch a 40MM less lethal round up to 131 feet and is only authorized to be used by officers who have received training from POST certified instructor.
ii. DEFENSE TECHNOLOGY, 40MM CS FERRET, cost $23 per round, quantity: 16. The ferret round is deployed from a 40mm launcher and contains CS gas. The ferret is used to deploy CS gas from a safe distance.
iii. DEFENSE TECHNOLOGY, 40MM EXTENDED RANGE DIRECT
IMPACT, cost $18 per round, quantity: 48. A less lethal light weight expanding foam projectile used for longer distances.

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iv. BYRNA, 40MM DIRECT IMPACT BIP ROUND, cost $23 per round, quantity: 110. A less lethal light weight expanding foam projectile. b. Purpose
To limit the escalation of conflict where employment of lethal force is prohibited or undesirable.
c. Authorized Use
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.
d. Lifespan
DEFENSE TECHNOLOGY, 40MM SINGLE SHOT LAUNCHER, #1425 – 15 years.

DEFENSE TECHNOLOGY, 40MM CS FERRET – 5 years.

DEFENSE TECHNOLOGY, 40MM EXTENDED RANGE DIRECT – 5 years.

BYRNA, 40MM DIRECT IMPACT BIP ROUND – 5 years.
e. Fiscal Impact
Annual maintenance is approximately $10 for each launcher.

No annual maintenance for munitions.
f. Training
Sworn members utilizing 40MM less lethal chemical agents or impact rounds are trained in there use by POST certified less lethal and chemical agents’ instructors. g. Legal and Procedural Rules
It is the policy of the SLOPD to utilize the 40mm only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law, including those regarding the use of force.

6. 40MM Launching Cup: Cups that attaches to 12 gauge less lethal shotguns which allow officers to launch canisters of chemical agents or smoke. a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost. i. COMBINED SYSTEMS LC5 Gas LAUNCHING CUP, cost $300 each, quantity 1. The LC5 Launching cups can be attached to virtually any 12ga

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shotgun and the munition is launched with our Safariland model 1210 launching cartridge.
b. Purpose
To limit the escalation of conflict where employment of lethal force is prohibited or undesirable.
c. Authorized Use
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.
d. Lifespan
Combined Systems LC5 40MM Launching Cup - 25 years.
e. Fiscal Impact
No annual maintenance.
f. Training
Officers utilizing the launching cups are trained by POST certified chemical agents instructors.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules
It is the policy of the SLOPD to utilize the 40mm only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law, including those regarding the use of force.

7. Distraction Devices: A device used to distract dangerous persons. a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost. i. DEFENSE TECHNOLOGY, model 8902 Distraction Device, cost $90 each, quantity: 14. A low roll distraction device that produces a loud bang with a bright light. Ideal for distracting dangerous suspects during a hostage rescue, room entry or other high-risk arrest situations. ii. LIBERTY DYNAMIC, Reloadable Noise Flash Diversion Device, cost $130 each, quantity: 12. A low roll distraction device that produces a loud bang with a bright light. Ideal for distracting dangerous suspects during a hostage rescue, room entry or other high-risk arrest situations.

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iii. LIBERTY DYNAMIC, Reload for Noise Flash Diversion Device, cost $45 each, quantity: 24. This is the reload for the distraction device once it has been used.
iii. COMBINED TACTICAL SYSTEMS, model 7290-9 Distraction Device, cost $210 each, quantity: 11. A low roll distraction device that produces nine separate loud bangs with a bright light. Ideal for distracting dangerous suspects during a hostage rescue, room entry or other highrisk arrest situations. b. Purpose
A distraction device is ideal for distracting dangerous suspects during assaults, hostage rescue, room entry or other high-risk arrest situations. To produce atmospheric overpressure and brilliant white light and, as a result, can cause short-term (6 - 8 seconds) physiological/psychological sensory deprivation to give officers a tactical advantage. c. Authorized Use
Diversionary Devices shall only be used:
i. By officers who have been trained in their proper use. ii. In hostage and barricaded subject situations.
iii. In high-risk warrant (search/arrest) services where there may be extreme hazards to officers.
iv. During other high-risk situations where their use would enhance officer safety.
v. During training exercises.
d. Lifespan
DEFENSE TECHNOLOGY, model 8902 Distraction Device - 5 years.

LIBERTY DYNAMIC, Noise Flash Diversion Device – 5 years.

COMBINED TACTICAL SYSTEMS, model 7290-9 Distraction Device – 5 years e. Fiscal Impact
No annual maintenance.
f. Training
Prior to use, officers must attend divisionary device training that is conducted by Post certified instructors.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules
It is the policy of the SLOPD to utilize diversion devices only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law regarding the use of force.

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8. Rifles: Guns that are fired from shoulder level, having a long spirally grooved barrel intended to make bullets spin and thereby have greater accuracy over a long distance. a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost. i. Barrett .50 Caliber rifle, Model 82A1M, no cost, rifle was donated covering the entire estimated cost of $8500 each, quantity: 1. A semi-automatic rifle used by officers assigned to the SWAT team as snipers. The use of the rifle is reserved for disabling a vehicle in incidents where lethal force is justified, and no other reasonable means exist to stop the vehicle to protect innocent life.
ii. Barret .50 Caliber Ammunition, M33 661gr rifle round, cost $10 per round, quantity 70. A FMJ bullet designed to penetrate barriers. iii. Daniel Defense .308 caliber rifle, Model DD5, cost $4,500 each, quantity:

2. A highly accurate and durable semi-automatic rifle used by officers assigned to the SWAT team as snipers.
iv. Hornady .308 Caliber Ammunition, 168gr ELD TAP, cost $1.25 per round, quantity: 1800. A highly accurate round designed to penetrate common barriers but prevent overpenetration.
v. Heckler & Koch 9mm SMG, Model MP5, cost $2,500 each, quantity 6. A full-automatic submachine gun that fires a pistol cartridge. It has a barrel longer than a pistol, but shorter than a rifle, which provides a trained SWAT officer better control inside of structure with greater accuracy than a handgun.
vi. Hornady 9mm Ammunition, 135gr Critical Duty, cost $0.56 per round, quantity: 7000. This ammo features a specially designed hollow-point tip that reliably expand while passing through a variety of barriers. vii. Winchester 9mm Ammunition, 115g FMJ, cost $0.35 per round, quantity:
13000. This ammunition is designed for range practice and provides a reliable round at a cost-effective price.
viii. Colt 5.56 caliber rifle, Model M4, cost $1,900 each, quantity 9. A fullautomatic rifle that fires an intermediate-power cartridge (5.56) which is more powerful than a standard pistol but less powerful than a standard rifle. It is a short-barreled rifle which provides a trained SWAT officer better control inside of structures with greater accuracy than a handgun. ix. Colt 5.56 caliber rifle, Model AR-15, cost $1,800 each, quantity 55. A semi-automatic rifle that fires an intermediate-power cartridge (5.56) which is more powerful than a standard pistol but less powerful than a standard rifle. It is a short-barreled rifle which provides a trained officer better control inside of structures with greater accuracy than a handgun. x. Hornady 5.56 Ammunition, 75gr TAP SBR, cost $0.85 per round, quantity: 5200. This ammo features a specially designed bullet that

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reliably expand while passing through a variety of barriers, without overpenetration. The powder is specially formulated to work in short, barreled rifles.
xi. Winchester .223 Ammunition, 55g FMJ, cost $0.20 per round, quantity:
9500. This ammunition is designed for range practice and provides a reliable round at a cost-effective price.
b. Purpose
To be used as precision weapons to address a threat with more precision and/or greater distances than a handgun, if present and feasible.
c. Authorized Use
Only members that are POST certified are authorized to use a rifle. d. Lifespan
Barrett .50 Caliber rifle, Model 82A1M - 15 years.

Barret .50 Caliber Ammunition, M33 661gr rifle round – 5 years.

Daniel Defense .308 caliber rifle, Model DD5 – 15 years.

Hornady .308 Caliber Ammunition, 168gr ELD TAP – 5 years.

Heckler & Koch 9mm SMG, Model MP5 – 15 years.

Hornady 9mm Ammunition, 135gr Critical Duty – 5 years.

Winchester 9mm Ammunition, 115g FMJ – 5 years.

Colt 5.56 caliber rifle, Model M4 – 15 years.

Colt 5.56 caliber rifle, Model AR-15 – 15 years.

Hornady 5.56 Ammunition, 75gr TAP SBR – 5 years.

COMBINED TACTICAL SYSTEMS, model 7290-9 Distraction Device – 5 years.

Winchester .223 Ammunition, 55g FMJ – 5 years.
e. Fiscal Impact
Annual maintenance is approximately $20 for each firearm.

No annual maintenance for ammunition.
f. Training
Prior to using a rifle, officers must be certified by POST instructors in the operation of the rifle. Additionally, all members that operate any rifle are required to pass a range qualification two times a year.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules

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It is the policy of the SLOPD to utilize rifles only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law regarding the use of force.

9. Chemical Agent and Smoke Canisters: Canisters that contain chemical agents that are released when deployed.
a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost. i. COMBINED TACTICAL SYSTEMS, SMOKE CANISTER (5210 B), cost $38 each, quantity: 18. When deployed, the canister emits a cloud of smoke used to cover or conceal movement. The canister is baffled to reduce the risk of fire and is indoor safe.
ii. COMBINED TACTICAL SYSTEMS, Triple-PHASER CS CANISTER (5231), cost $44 each, quantity: 33. The canister consists of three separate canisters pressed together with separating charges between each. When deployed, the canisters separate and land approximately 20 feet apart allowing for an increased dispersal area of CS gas. The canister is designed for outdoor use in crowd control situations. iii. COMBINED TACTICAL SYSTEMS, Riot CS Canister (5230), cost $40 each, quantity: 34. When deployed the canister emits CS gas. The canister is designed for outdoor use or indoor use with a burn safe. iv. COMBINED TACTICAL SYSTEMS, Baffled Riot CS Canister (5230B), $40 each, quantity: 6. When deployed the canister emits CS gas. The canister is designed for outdoor use or indoor use. The canister is baffled to reduce the risk of fire and is indoor safe. This canister can be used with the COMBINED TACTICAL SYSTEMS LC5 Launcher to deploy gas from a safe distance.
b. Purpose
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.
c. Authorized Use
Only officers who have received POST certification in the use chemical agents are authorized to use chemical agents.
d. Lifespan

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COMBINED TACTICAL SYSTEMS, SMOKE CANISTER (5210 B) - 5 years.

COMBINED TACTICAL SYSTEMS, Triple-PHASER CS CANISTER (5231) – 5 years.

COMBINED TACTICAL SYSTEMS, Riot CS Canister (5230) – 5 years.

COMBINED TACTICAL SYSTEMS, Baffled Riot CS Canister (5230B) – 5 years. e. Fiscal Impact
No annual maintenance
f. Training
Sworn members utilizing chemical agent canisters are certified by POST less lethal and chemical agents instructors.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules
It is the policy of the SLOPD to utilize chemical agents only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law, including those regarding the use of force.

10. PepperBall Launcher: A device that discharges irritant projectiles. a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost. i. PEPPERBALL SX LAUNCHER, cost $950 each, quantity: 5. The SX is a compressed-air powered launcher designed to fire non-lethal PepperBall projectiles.
ii. PEPPERBALL LIVE PROJECTILE, cost $2.38 per round, quantity: 1200.

The LIVE projectile contains 2% PAVA pepper powder, and is designed for direct impact and area saturation, especially in confined, interior spaces. Discharged from a PepperBall Launcher, the projectile has a velocity of 280-350 FPS. The projectile has a direct impact of 60ft and an area of saturation of 150+ft. The projectile contains 0.5% PAVA Powder. iii. PEPPERBALL GLASS BREAKER PROJECTLE, cost $2.90 per round, quantity: 50. The GLASS BREAKER is designed to break glass in tactical situations. Discharged from a PepperBall Launcher it is loaded one at a time.
b. Purpose
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.

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iv. Potentially vicious animals.
v. Training exercises or approved demonstrations.
c. Authorized Use
Only those officers who have been trained in the use of PepperBall launchers are authorized to use the PepperBall launchers.
d. Lifespan
PEPPERBALL SX LAUNCHER - 15 years.

PEPPERBALL LIVE PROJECTILE – 5 years.

PEPPERBALL GLASS BREAKER PROJECTLE – 5 years.
e. Fiscal Impact
Annual maintenance is approximately $25 for each launcher.

No annual maintenance for munitions.
f. Training
Sworn members utilizing PepperBall launchers and projectiles are trained in there use by POST certified less lethal and chemical agents instructors. g. Legal and Procedural Rules
It is the policy of the SLOPD to utilize PepperBall only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law, including those regarding the use of force.

11. Shotgun Breaching Tools: Tools that are used to conduct an explosive breach. a. Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost. i. REMINGTON 870 EXPRESS BREACHING SHOTGUN, cost $800 each, quantity: 1. This weapon allows for breachers to safely utilize shotgun breaching rounds in order to destroy deadbolts, locks, and hinges. The stand-off that is attached to the end of the barrel allows for positive placement of the gun into the correct position and vents gases to prevent overpressure.
ii. BENELLI M4 BREACHING SHOTGUN, cost $1,900 each, quantity: 1.

This weapon allows for breachers to safely utilize shotgun breaching rounds in order to destroy deadbolts, locks, and hinges. The stand-off that is attached to the end of the barrel allows for positive placement of the gun into the correct position and vents gases to prevent overpressure. iii. ROYAL ARMS TESAR-2 BACK CAP 425 GRAIN COPPER FRANGILBE BREACHING ROUND, cost $4.50 per round, quantity: 94. The round is

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fired from a breaching shotgun and is used to destroy deadbolts, locks and hinges.
b. Purpose
To safely gain entry into a structure.
c. Authorized Use
Shotgun breaching may only occur after authorization by the Incident Commander or SWAT Commander in the field, and during training exercises. d. Lifespan
REMINGTON 870 EXPRESS BREACHING SHOTGUN - 15 years.

BENELLI M4 BREACHING SHOTGUN – 15 years.

ROYAL ARMS TESAR-2 FRANGILBE BREACHING ROUND – 5 years. e. Fiscal Impact
Annual maintenance is approximately $10 for each shotgun.

No annual maintenance for munitions.
f. Training
All officers who use shotgun breaching tools shall be certified by POST instructors in the operation and use of shotgun breaching.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules
It is the policy of the SLOPD to utilize breaching tools only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law.

12. Defense Logistics Disposition (DLA) Services (formerly DRMO) Equipment:

Reutilized equipment donated to state and local governments as well as law enforcement agencies. The following items were received from the military at no cost.

1. Detachable weapon magazines
a. Description, quantity, and capabilities.
i. COLT 30 round magazines chambered for .233/5.56 caliber rifles, quantity: 533.
b. Purpose
These magazines are for use with Department issued AR-15 rifles. c. Authorized Use
Only members that are POST certified are authorized to use an issued AR-15 rifle may be issued these magazines.

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d. Lifespan
Approximately 10 years
e. Fiscal Impact
None. Once they are not functional, they will be returned to the military or disposed of.
f. Training
These magazines are used in conjunction with the issuing and training of officers in the AR-15 rifle.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules
It is the policy of the SLOPD to utilize these magazines only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law regarding the use of force.

2. Reflex rifle sights
a. Description, quantity, and capabilities.
i. AIM POINT Reflex Optics, quantity: 80. A reflector sight or reflex sight is an optical sight that allows the user to look through a partially reflecting glass viewer to identify where a weapon system is pointed. It is the primary aiming device for modern rifles. b. Purpose
A safer and more accurate sighting system for rifles.
c. Authorized Use
Only members that are POST certified are authorized to use a rifle equipped with a reflex sighting system.
d. Lifespan
Approximately 10-15 years
e. Fiscal Impact
None. Once they are not functional, they will be returned to the military or disposed of.
f. Training
Officers are trained in the use of these optics in conjunction with being certified by a POST instructor in the operation of the rifle it is affixed to. g. Legal and Procedural Rules

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It is the policy of the SLOPD to utilize these optics only for official law enforcement purposes.

3. Backup rifle iron sights
a. Description, quantity, and capabilities.
i. MAG-PULL flip-up rear sights, quantity: 60. Back-up sighting system.
b. Purpose
Foldable rear sight for aiming a rifle in the event the electronic optic fails. c. Authorized Use
Only members that are POST certified are authorized to use a rifle that is equipped with this rear sight.
d. Lifespan
Approximately 10-15 years
e. Fiscal Impact
None. Once they are not functional, they will be returned to the military or disposed of.
f. Training
Officers are trained in the use of these sights in conjunction with being certified by a POST instructor in the operation of the rifle it is affixed to. g. Legal and Procedural Rules
It is the policy of the SLOPD to only utilize these sights official law enforcement purposes.

4. Laser range finder
a. Description, quantity, and capabilities.
i. Laser range finder, quantity: 3. The range finder determines the distance between two points so calculations can be made to determine trajectory of rounds fired by a precision rifle team member.
b. Purpose
A laser range finder is a distance measuring tool.
c. Authorized Use

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Only members that are POST certified in the use of a long-range rifle are authorized to use a laser range finder in conjunction with their assigned rifle system.
d. Lifespan
Approximately 10-15 years
e. Fiscal Impact
None. Once they are not functional, they will be returned to the military, and we will source a replacement through the DLA.
f. Training
Officers are trained in the use of these laser range finders in conjunction with being certified by a POST instructor in the operation of the long-range rifle system.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules
It is the policy of the SLOPD to utilize these laser range finders only for official law enforcement purposes.

5. Infrared transmitter
a. Description, quantity, and capabilities.
i. Infrared transmitters are small blinking infrared lights that attach to a 9-volt battery, quantity: 80. Infrared transmitters emit an infrared light that can be seen using night vision illuminators. b. Purpose
Infrared transmitters are used by tactical teams in conjunction with night vision equipment. The transmitters are used to identify objects and/or locations that can only be seen with the use of night vision equipment. c. Authorized Use
Only members that trained in the use of night vision equipment are authorized to use the infrared transmitters.
d. Lifespan
Approximately 10-15 years
e. Fiscal Impact
None. Once they are not functional, they will be returned to the military, and we will source a replacement through the DLA.
f. Training

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Use of infrared transmitters are deployed at the direction of the SWAT team commander for use during tactical operations. Officers deploying the Infrared transmitters receive periodic training in the proper deployment of the transmitters. g. Legal and Procedural Rules
It is the policy of the SLOPD to utilize these infrared transmitters only for official law enforcement purposes.

6. Image intensifier, (Night vision)
a. Description, quantity, and capabilities.
i. Night vision goggles, quantity: 4. Night vision allows officers to see in low light conditions.
b. Purpose
Used by SWAT in low light conditions during critical incidents when traditional lighting tools such as flashlights would be unsafe to use. c. Authorized Use
Only members trained in the use of night vision equipment are authorized to use the equipment. These devices are assigned to SWAT and are used at the direction of the SWAT commander.
d. Lifespan
Approximately 10 years
e. Fiscal Impact
None. Once they are not functional, they will be returned to the military, and we will source a replacement through the DLA.
f. Training
Prior to using night vision, officers receive POST approved training in the operation of night vision. Additionally, all members that deploy night vision equipment train with them several times each year.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules
It is the policy of the SLOPD to utilize night vision only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law regarding the use of force.

7. Toxicological Agents Protective Coveralls
a. Description, quantity, and capabilities.
i. Rubber coated coveralls, quantity: 20. Coveralls used to protect officers during an incident involving chemical/biological contaminants

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b. Purpose
Toxicological Agents Protective Coveralls are used by officers to protect against chemical/biological contaminated environments.
c. Authorized Use
Members of the Department are authorized to use the protective equipment during their response to any situation where chemical/biological contaminants are suspected.
d. Lifespan
Approximately 10 - 15 years
e. Fiscal Impact
None. Once they are not functional, they will be returned to the military, and we will source a replacement through the DLA.
f. Training
Officers are trained in the proper use of the protective coveralls on a five-year rotation.
g. Legal and Procedural Rules
It is the policy of the SLOPD to utilize this protective equipment for official law enforcement purposes.

8. Illuminator, Target Pointer, Aiming Laser
a. Description, quantity, and capabilities.
i. EOTECH laser aiming device, quantity: 18. This is a multifunction visible and infrared laser aiming device with laser illuminator.
b. Purpose
The laser aiming device is used by SWAT members who are deploying a rifle while using night vision goggles. When using night vision, it becomes the primary aiming device for a rifle.
c. Authorized Use
Only members of SWAT who have received training in the proper use of the aiming device are authorized to use a rifle equipped with a EOTECH laser aiming device.
d. Lifespan
Approximately 10-15 years
e. Fiscal Impact

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None. Once they are not functional, they will be returned to the military, and we will source a replacement through the DLA.
d. Training
Prior to using the sights, officers must be certified by POST instructors in the operation of the rifle the laser aiming device is affixed to. Additionally, all members that operate any rifle are required to pass a range qualification two times a year.
e. Legal and Procedural Rules
It is the policy of the SLOPD to utilize laser aiming devices only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law regarding the use of force.

Item 6d
Department: Public Works
Cost Center: 5201/5008
For Agenda of: 9/2/2025
Placement: Consent
Estimated Time: N/A
FROM: Aaron Floyd, Interim Public Works Director
Prepared By: Alex Fuchs, Mobility Services Business Manager; Travis Gomez, Fleet Maintenance Supervisor
SUBJECT: PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT SURPLUS FLEET ASSETS AND

EQUIPMENT DISPOSAL

RECOMMENDATION
Authorize designation and sale of surplus SLO Transit vehicles and surplus Fleet Maintenance equipment in accordance with the City’s policies and procedures prescribed in the Financial Management Manual

POLICY CONTEXT
Sections 405-L, 480-A, and 480-B of the Financial Management Manual (Attachments A and B) prescribe how surplus assets, including fleet vehicles, are disposed of by the City.

The SLO Transit vehicles recommended for surplus have far exceeded their default minimum useful life benchmark of seven years for medium-size, medium-duty buses per Federal Transit Administration Circular 5010.1F (page 148).

DISCUSSION
Background
The City currently stores two Transit vehicles at the Transit Yard that are not in service, a 2011 Cutaway Bus and a 2006 Replica Trolley. Both have exceeded the Federal Transit Administration’s (FTA) default minimum useful life benchmark of seven years. Once a vehicle has reached its minimum useful life benchmark, it becomes eligible for disposal and its replacement can be funded through FTA’s financial assistance programs.

The Transit Yard has 24 bus bays for parking of transit fleet vehicles. In May 2025, the City took delivery of six new battery electric buses. Between the existing fleet and the newly arrived buses, the Transit Yard is at capacity. Staff anticipates beginning construction in October 2025 for the installation of charging equipment to support the new electric buses. The construction will require closure of several bus bays, further limiting the Transit Yard’s capacity.

SLO Transit has two additional electric buses on order. These buses are scheduled to

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begin production in February 2026. Staff anticipates taking delivery of these buses in April 2026, at which time the Transit Yard will be over capacity if vehicles are not disposed of prior to delivery. With these issues in mind, staff has identified and recommends disposal of two vehicles, a 2011 cutaway bus and a 2006 replica trolley, to ensure sufficient capacity is available at the Transit Yard during the pending construction period and postdelivery of additional electric buses. If these two vehicles are not disposed of prior to construction, then off-site storage during the construction period will be required.

In addition to the surplus vehicles, Public Works Department’s Fleet Maintenance program recently acquired new tire mounting and balancing machines to replace outdated equipment. With this equipment acquisition, and a minor reconfiguration of the shop layout, staff have identified several pieces of shop equipment that have exceeded their useful life or are no longer used by the program. These include the previous tire machines, a pedestal-mounted bench grinder, and an inoperable hydraulic press.

SLO Transit Surplus Vehicles
2011 Cutaway Bus
In 2015, the City purchased a “cutaway bus” from the San Luis Obispo Regional Transit Authority (RTA). A cutaway bus is a smaller transit vehicle made by using a van or truck, cutting off the back, and adding a larger passenger cabin. This 2011 bus can hold up to 28 passengers. Since 2015, SLO Transit has utilized the vehicle on its tripper services (Highland Tripper, Laguna Tripper, San Luis Tripper) and, occasionally, on fixed-route services with lower ridership levels.

In December 2024, staff was informed that the cutaway bus’s engine failed and required replacement to keep the vehicle in service. A local service center quoted $17,305 for labor and parts to replace the engine (Attachment C). The vehicle is well beyond its minimum seven-year useful life, per FTA Circular 5010.1F, and the recently adopted 2025-2027 Financial Plan includes capital funding to replace the vehicle with a battery electric equivalent. Investing over $17,000 into the vehicle at this point would not be the best use of funds and disposal of the vehicle will not impact delivery of current service levels. 2006 Replica Trolley
In 2018, the City purchased a replica trolley from the RTA for $1.00. The vehicle was never put into revenue service by SLO Transit, and no documentation was found indicating what service would be provided by the vehicle. The vehicle’s mechanical and cosmetic condition has deteriorated over the last seven years and would require a substantial investment to get the vehicle into revenue service. SLO Transit owns a second replica trolley that is operated on the Old SLO Trolley routes which will remain in service.

Photos of the vehicles are included in Attachment D to this report.

Table 1 - SLO Transit Fleet Asset Specifications
Asset No. Make Model Year Description Program
1167 El Dorado 2011 28-foot Cutaway Bus Transit
N/A Ford 2006 30-foot Replica Trolley Transit

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Public Works Fleet Maintenance Equipment
In 2006, Public Works Fleet purchased Coats brand tire mounting and balancing machines to support in-house tire services for the City’s fleet. After nearly two decades of use, both machines have been replaced with updated equipment. The new tire balancer includes lift assist functionality, improving operator safety and reducing strain during use, while the new tire changer offers improved reliability and compatibility with modern wheel assemblies. Neither of the original tire machines included lift assist features, and both have surpassed their expected service life. With their replacement now in place, the older units no longer serve an operational purpose. Disposing of the 2006 tire changer and balancer will free up valuable shop space and will not impact Fleet’s ability to deliver service.

Public Works Fleet staff have also identified two additional pieces of shop equipment for surplus: a Kan-Dor electric pedestal-mounted grinder (Asset Tag No. 10430) and a Dake hydraulic press (Serial No. 183783). The model years for both items are unknown, but they have been in the shop for decades and have seen minimal or no recent use. The hydraulic press is inoperable, and due to its age, size, and unknown repair history, staff determined that a replacement would be more cost-effective than attempting repair if future needs arise. The grinder, while still functional, is no longer needed for shop operations. Declaring both pieces as surplus will improve shop organization and ensure space is reserved for equipment that actively supports Fleet operations. Photos of assets are included in Attachment E to this report.

Table 2 - PW Fleet Surplus Asset Specifications
Asset No. Make Model Year Description Program
N/A Coats 2006 Tire Changer PW Fleet
N/A Coats 2006 Tire Balancer PW Fleet
10430 Kan-Dor Unknown Pedestal Grinder PW Fleet
N/A Dake Unknown Hydraulic Press PW Fleet
Next Steps
If Council authorizes disposal of the SLO Transit and Public Works surplus assets, staff will proceed with disposal or sale of the surplus assets in accordance with Section 480 of the Financial Management Manual.

Previous Council Actions

1. On March 21, 2015, Council approved acquisition of the cutaway bus from RTA.

2. On August 24, 2021, Council authorized disposal of surplus fleet and equipment for similar reasons as recommended by the Public Works Department.

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3. On June 17, 2025, Council adopted the 2025-27 Financial Plan and the Capital Improvement Plan (CIP). The CIP includes project no. 2000533 for the replacement of the cutaway bus in FY 2025-26 (page 220).

Public Engagement
This is an administrative item, so no outside public engagement was conducted. Public comment can be provided to the City Council through written correspondence prior to the meeting and through public testimony at the meeting.

CONCURRENCE
The City’s Finance Department concurs with the recommended action in this report.

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) does not apply to the recommended action in this report because the sale or surplus of property is not considered a “project” as defined by CEQA Guidelines Section 15378.

FISCAL IMPACT
Budgeted: No Budget Year: 2025-26
Funding Identified: N/A
Fiscal Analysis:

Funding
Sources
Total Budget
Available
Current
Funding
Request
Remaining
Balance
Annual
Ongoing
Cost
General Fund $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
Transit Fund $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
Other: $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
Total $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
For SLO Transit’s assets, it is difficult to estimate how much revenue will be generated from the sale of these vehicles because they are designed and built for specific purposes.

Any funds generated after payment of associated advertising and auction fees will be returned to the Transit Fund to support transit-related operations and future capital projects.

For Fleet Maintenance’s equipment, it is estimated that the sale will generate approximately $4,000. This estimate is based on the age, condition, and inoperable status of the equipment, as well as referencing comparable listings from online auction platforms. All items have exceeded their useful life and have either been replaced or are no longer required for operations. Any funds generated, after payment of auction related fees, will be returned to the Public Works Fleet Maintenance program budget to support ongoing Fleet operations and future equipment needs.

Item 6d
Although no specific revenue is budgeted, any proceeds will be deposited into the appropriate fund and used to offset future equipment or operational costs.

ALTERNATIVES

1. Deny designation and sale of surplus transit vehicles. Should Council choose this option, staff will need to pursue rental of off-site storage for these surplus vehicles as the Transit Yard has a limited number of parking spaces for fleet vehicles thus incurring additional operating costs.

2. Deny designation and sale of surplus Fleet Equipment. Should Council choose this option, staff would retain outdated, inoperable, and/or unused shop equipment in the Fleet Maintenance facility. These items no longer support current operations and would continue occupying valuable shop space that could otherwise be used for active equipment, work areas, or storage. Retaining this equipment may also result in increased clutter, reduced efficiency, and diminished shop safety.

ATTACHMENTS
A - Financial Management Manual, Section 405-L
B - Financial Management Manual, Sections 480-A and 480-B C - Cutaway Bus Engine Repair Quote
D - SLO Transit Surplus Fleet Photos
E - Fleet Maintenance Surplus Equipment Photos

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Section 405-L: Procedures

DISPOSING OF SURPLUS UNITS

1. When a unit is replaced or otherwise permanently removed from service, report to Accounting that it is surplus and available for sale.

2. Include in each such report the following information for each unit reported:
 City identification number (e.g., 9901)
 Vehicle identification number (VIN)
 License number
 Model year (e.g.,2005), make (e.g., Ford), and model (e.g., F-350)  Description (e.g., one-ton truck)
 Assigned department (e.g., Public Works)
 Assigned program (e.g., Signal and Light Maintenance)  Acquisition year (e.g., 2004-05)
 Estimated surplus value
 Basis of estimated surplus value (e.g., blue book, previous auction proceeds)  Current odometer or hourmeter reading
 Justification for replacement
 Current location
 Authorization to surplus (e.g., budget document that authorized replacement or other Council authorization to replace or dispose of the unit)

3. Finance Division will dispose of surplus vehicles in accordance Section 480 of the Finance Management manual.

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Section 480-A

SURPLUS PERSONAL AND UNCLAIMED PROPERTY POLICY

OVERVIEW
This policy addresses the procedures for the disposal of surplus personal property, unclaimed property, consumable supplies, and junk. The policies and procedures for the disposal or sale of surplus real property, abandoned property and resale inventory are provided in other policy documents.

In preparing this policy, not all issues or exceptions could be anticipated. Accordingly, the guidance given in this policy does not relieve Staff from exercising good judgment in their stewardship of the City's property resources. Whenever there is a question or doubt between the guidance provided in this policy and the good judgment expected of a prudent person, good judgment should always be the prevailing standard, with this policy as a minimum standard.

LEGISLATIVE POLICY
A. Surplus Property
Section 906 of the City Charter provides that the Council must approve the sale of surplus property (real or personal) with an estimated value greater than $1,000.

B. Unclaimed Property

1. Chapter 3.32 of the City Municipal Code provides for the disposal of unclaimed property by the Chief of Police. This property must be held for a minimum of four months and notice of sale must be given at least five days prior to sale by publication in a newspaper of general circulation. Property not sold may be destroyed by the Police Department after public auction.

2. Sections 2080.4 and 2080.6 of the Civil Code requires any person finding property valued at $10.00 or more to turn the property over to the Police Department within a reasonable time, stating when and where the property was found and providing a description of the property. If the property was saved, a statement is required from the "finder" describing:
a. From what and how it was saved.
b. Whether the owner of the property is known to the "finder". c. That the property has not been secreted, withheld, or partially disposed.

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ADMINISTRATIVE POLICY
A. The Director of Finance & Information Technology (IT) is authorized to declare as surplus those items of personal property and consumable supplies estimated to be less than $1,000 in value; Council approval is required to declare personal and consumable supplies as surplus with a value of $1,000.

B. Department Heads are authorized to approve the disposal of property that is essentially without value due to technical obsolescence or its unrepairable (or economically unrepairable) condition. Department Heads may dispose of such junk property in the manner they deem most appropriate, consistent with other rules, regulations, and the City's ethics policy.

C. Generally, estimating the value of surplus property is made by the Department Head or designated representative. In unique and unusual cases, Finance will assist Departments in estimating the value of property by using the City's auction firm to provide a professional estimate. However, in all cases, the Department Head must approve in writing the estimated value of the property to be sold or otherwise disposed.

D. The Director of Finance & IT is authorized to sell, transfer, trade, or otherwise dispose of surplus personal property, consumable supplies, or unclaimed property in the most cost effective manner. Normally the sale of this property will be at auction with a firm contracted to provide the following services:

1. Sell and dispose of personal property, consumable supplies and unclaimed property at auction.

2. Provide professional estimates as to the value of personal property and consumable supplies when required.

3. Assist in the sale of unique or special property and consumable supplies that requires the use of a "specialty house" to sell or dispose of the property.

4. Dispose of unsaleable property, supplies and equipment at an approved disposal site.

E. The Director of Finance & IT may dispose of surplus property and supplies by transfer to another local government agency or non-profit organization based on the recommendation of a Department Head. Although there may be circumstances where it is appropriate to make such transfer without compensation, cash or in-kind services should generally be received in an amount equal to or greater than the estimated value provided by the City's auction firm or the Department Head. In the case of vehicles, "low blue book value" may also be considered.

F. When it is a normal business practice, trade value should be obtained to determine the most cost effective method of disposal and as a standard by which to evaluate the services of the City's auction firm. There may be circumstances when trade value of

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property may exceed auction value, in which case the Director of Finance & IT may authorize the trade of surplus property versus sale at auction based on the recommendation of the appropriate Department head.

G. Advertising the sale of the City's property and unclaimed property will be made by the City's auction firm in accordance with these procedures, the Auction Services Agreement, and legislative policy. Accordingly, the advertising must disclose that the property for sale at auction is either the surplus property of the City of San Luis Obispo or is unclaimed property in the possession of the City and it must state the date and time of sale. Property sold at auction will be advertised at least five days in a newspaper of general circulation in the City of San Luis Obispo.

H. Property determined to be unclaimed by the Chief of Police may be sold at public auction in accordance with these policies and procedures under the following conditions:

1. It is a thing which is commonly the subject of sale.

2. The owner cannot (with reasonable diligence) be found.

3. The owner, if identified, refuses to pay the reasonable charges incurred by the City for storing and safeguarding of the property.

PROCEDURES
A. Surplus Personal Property and Consumable Supplies

1. Department Heads will identify personal property and supplies that are surplus to their needs and notify the Director of Finance & IT by Memorandum to sell or dispose of property identified, in accordance with City policy and procedures.

The property to be declared surplus will be listed and include the City Asset Number (if applicable), a descriptive name of the property, quantity, pickup location, estimated value, and name of the contract person with their extension number. Separate memorandums must be prepared for property estimated to exceed $1,000 in value and for property estimated to be less than $1,000 in value.

The memorandum (or listing) must indicate why the property is no longer required.

2. Department Heads may request that Finance assist them in estimating the value of personal property and consumable supplies. In such instances, Finance may request the services of the City's auction firm in estimating these values.

However, these services are limited and should not be used except for unique and unusual property.

3. Special handling will be required for the disposal of toxic and hazardous materials, and should be coordinated with the City's Fire Department.

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4. After receipt of a request to dispose of personal property and consumable supplies from a Department Head, Finance will circulate the list of property to other City Departments as an advisory memorandum. The property listed may be claimed by other Departments on a first come first serve basis. After 10 days from the date of the advisory memorandum, this listing will be forwarded to the Housing Authority, San Luis Coastal Unified School District, and United Way for their information. If none of these agencies expresses interest in the remaining property items within 10 days of receiving the listing, then the property will be consigned to the City's auction firm for sale or other method of disposal as determined by the Director of Finance & IT. Except in unusual circumstances, surplus property will generally remain on site pending its final disposition. This means that it is the responsibility of the interested party to make arrangements with the disposing department to view the property, discuss its condition, and coordinate any terms of transfer such as price, timing, and transportation.

5. For property with a value of $1,000 or more, the Director of Finance & IT will prepare an Agenda Report for Council approval to declare the property as surplus after review by the operating departments as described above and prior to the consignment of property to the City's auction firm.

B. Evidence
The provisions of this policy do not address the disposal of property which is classified as evidence. Evidence is governed by the provisions of the penal code and must be dealt with accordingly. For example, evidence may be returned to the owner, subjected to lien, or classed as contraband and accordingly destroyed. However, evidence may also be determined by the Chief of Police to be unclaimed property and, in that event, will be processed in accordance with the policies and procedures provided below.

C. Unclaimed Property
Unclaimed property received by the City will be processed as follows:

1. The Police Department is required to receive, hold, and safekeep all property valued at more than $10 that is found within the City limits and turned in to the Police Department for safekeeping. The owner will be notified as to where the property may be claimed if the owner's identity can reasonably be determined.

2. If the owner appears within 120 days after receipt of the property by the Police Department, proves ownership, and pays all reasonable charges, the Police Department will return the property to the owner.

3. If the reported value of the property is fifty dollars or more (and no owner appears and proves ownership within 120 days), the Police Department will publish a notice, at least once, in a newspaper of general circulation. After seven days following the first published notice the following actions will be taken if no owner appears and proves ownership of the property;

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a. If the property was found in the course of employment by a City employee, the property shall be sold at public auction. b. The title shall vest in the person who found the property if he or she is willing to pay the cost of the publication.
c. If the reported value of the property is less than $50 and no owner appears and proves ownership of the property within 120 days, the title shall vest in the person who found the property, unless the property was found in the course of employment by a City employee, in which case the property shall be sold at public auction.
d. Generally, the sale of unclaimed property will be made by the City's auction firm; however, in unique circumstances, the Chief of Police may request that Police Department staff conduct the auction. When the City's auction firm is used, the firm must be notified in writing with a list of property to be sold. This list does not require a statement of estimated values. The letter will give the name of the contact person and extension number, a short title property description, a pickup location, and a pickup time.
e. Prior to sale, a listing of unclaimed property shall be provided to the Director of Finance & IT, who will circulate this list as an advisory memorandum to other City Departments. The property listed may be claimed by other Departments on a first come first serve basis. After a 15 day period from the date of the advisory memorandum, the unclaimed property will be available for sale at public auction according to policy. f. The unclaimed property to be sold by the City's auction firm will be transferred on consignment in accordance with the surplus property policies.
g. Any property remaining unsold after being offered at public auction may be destroyed or otherwise disposed of by the City's auction firm.

Approved by the City Manager on March 1, 1990; revised on January 14, 1994.

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Section 480-B

AUCTION FIRM SERVICES

OVERVIEW
To reduce staff time in the sale and disposal of property, to reduce the amount of space being used to store surplus and unclaimed property, to improve the process of estimating the value of surplus property, and to maximize the value of return on surplus property, the Department of Finance & IT is authorized to contract with an auction firm to assist staff in the sale and disposal of personal property, consumable supplies and unclaimed property on an "as available basis" after authorization is given by the Council or the Director of Finance & IT to sell or dispose of City property.

The policies and procedures provided below in conjunction with the City's auction firm will provide the staff with the opportunity to systematize the sale and disposal of this property.

AUCTION FIRM RESPONSIBILITIES
The following responsibilities will normally be assigned to the City's auction firm by Agreement between the City and the firm selected:

A. The auction firm will be required to pickup any and all "marketable" surplus property by consignment and deliver this property to their premises where it shall be inventoried, sorted, identified, and catalogued. An auction will be conducted within 30 days of receipt of property and supplies.

B. The auction firm will make the necessary arrangements for offering the property for sale by auction to the most qualified buyers to obtain the highest return possible. The auction firm will advertise the auction in a manner that will obtain the maximum participation by the public in at least one newspaper of general circulation in the City of San Luis Obispo for a minimum of five days prior to a scheduled auction.

C. The property consigned to the auction firm will remain the property of the City until sold or disposed in accordance with these procedures.

D. Property not sold at auction will be disposed by on of the following methods:

1. Consignment to a sub-contractor specializing in unique or special equipment and material for which there is no local market.

2. Direct sale to a buyer of unique or special equipment and material for which there is no local market.

3. By sale as salvage to a local dealer or any recycling firm.

4. By destruction at an appropriate landfill site and certification thereto.

5. Returned to the City.

E. The material and equipment not sold at auction will be disposed of by one of the methods described above within 15 days from the date offered at auction. For the purpose of these

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instructions, the City will give approval as to the disposal method based on the recommendation of the auction firm and the method that is in the best interests of the City.

F. The auction firm will provide the Department of Finance & IT with a list of consigned property with a check for the net proceeds from the auction or specialty sale within 60 days of receipt of consigned material and equipment providing the following information:

1. City Asset number (if available)

2. Short title description of the property

3. Date of sale or disposal

4. Purchaser or the disposal site

5. Total purchase price

6. Auction fee

7. Net to City

8. Method of disposal (sale at auction, transfer to a specialty house for sale, direct sale as salvage, transfer to an appropriate landfill or disposal site, return to City)

2011 Cutaway Bus
2006 Replica Trolley

Kan Dor Grinder

Coats Tire Balancer

Coats Tire Changer

Dake Hydraulic Press

Item 6e
Department: Community Development
Cost Center: 4008
For Agenda of: 9/2/2025
Placement: Consent
Estimated Time: N/A
FROM: Timmi Tway, Community Development Director
Prepared By: Hannah Hanh, Associate Planner
SUBJECT: SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1749 (2025

SERIES) REVOKING THE PLANNED DEVELOPMENT OVERLAY
(ORDINANCE NO. 1687 [2020 SERIES]), RELATED TO A
DEVELOPMENT PROJECT AT 1144 CHORRO STREET, AND
AMENDING THE ZONING MAP FOR THE SEVEN (7) ASSOCIATED P

RECOMMENDATION
Adopt Ordinance No. 1749 (2025 Series) entitled, “An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, revoking the Planned Development Overlay (Ordinance No. 1687 [2020 Series]), related to a development project proposed at 1144 Chorro Street, and amending the Zoning Map to rezone the seven (7) associated properties from C-D-PD and C-D-H-PD to C-D and C-D-H, respectively. The project is exempt from environmental review (CEQA) (1144 Chorro Street; 895, 898, and 973 Higuera Street; 876 and 890 Marsh Street; and 868 and 870 Monterey Street; PDEV0428-2023).”

PROJECT REQUEST
On behalf of Copeland Properties, Jamestown Premier Retail LP, and NKT Commercial (Applicants and Affected Property Owners), Mark Rawson (Representative) submitted a Planned Development (PD) Amendment (PDEV-0428-2023) to revoke the PD Overlay (Ordinance No. 1687 [2020 Series]) for seven (7) properties located at 1144 Chorro Street; 895, 898, and 973 Higuera Street; and 876 and 890 Marsh Street, all of which are owned by the Affected Property Owners. Revocation of the PD Overlay would rezone these properties from the Downtown Commercial Zone with Planned Development Overlay (C-D-PD) and Downtown Commercial Zone with Historic and Planned Development Overlays (C-D-H-PD) to Downtown Commercial Zone (C-D) and Downtown Commercial Zone with Historic Overlay (C-D-H), respectively.

The PD Overlay was originally adopted for these properties in order to facilitate a specific mixed-use development proposed at 1144 Chorro Street. Due to various changes in circumstances, this proposed mixed-use development will no longer occur, and the Applicants are now requesting to revoke the PD Overlay as a clean-up to the Zoning Map.

Revocation of this overlay is intended to clarify the regulations that would apply to future development projects on these affected properties.

Item 6e

POLICY CONTEXT
Per San Luis Obispo Municipal Code (SLOMC) Section 17.48.100, a rezoning process, which includes review by the Planning Commission and adoption by the City Council, is required to remove the PD Overlay.

DISCUSSION
Previous Council and Advisory Body Review
On September 17, 2019, the City Council initiated the project review with consideration of the Community Benefits and Mandatory Project Features for the PD Overlay (ARCH1687-2018, PDEV-0509-2019, and EID-0475-2019).

On June 1, 2020, the Architectural Review Commission recommended approval of the mixed-use project with direction to the Planning Commission for consistency with the Community Design Guidelines (ARCH-1687-2018, PDEV-0509-2019, and EID-0475- 2019).

On June 22, 2020, the Cultural Heritage Committee recommended approval of the mixeduse project with direction to the Planning Commission for consistency with the Historic Preservation Ordinance and Historic Preservation Program Guidelines (ARCH-1687- 2018, PDEV-0509-2019, and EID-0475-2019).

On July 8, 2020, the Planning Commission recommended approval of the mixed-use project with direction to the City Council for consistency with the General Plan and Zoning Regulations (ARCH-1687-2018, PDEV-0509-2019, and EID-0475-2019).

On August 18, 2020, the City Council introduced an ordinance amending the Zoning Regulations Map to change the zoning designation of seven (7) properties from C-D-H to C-D-H-PD and C-D to C-D-PD for a PD Overlay; and approved the mixed-use project consisting of approximately 30,000 square feet of commercial/office space and 50 residential dwelling units (ARCH-1687-2018, PDEV-0509-2019 and EID-0475-2019).

On September 1, 2020, the City Council adopted an ordinance (Ordinance No. 1687 [2020 Series]) amending the Zoning Regulations Map to change the zoning designation of the associated properties from C-D to C-D-PD and C-D-H to C-D-H-PD (PDEV-0509- 2019 and EID-0475-2019).

On August 28, 2024, the City Council’s approval of the mixed-use project consisting of approximately 30,000 square feet of commercial/office space and 50 residential dwelling units expired (ARCH-1687-2018, PDEV-0509-2019 and EID-0475-2019).

On May 15, 2025, the Community Development Department received a complete application submittal confirming that all affected owners of the seven (7) associated properties are in agreement and request to revoke the PD Overlay (PDEV-0428-2023).

Item 6e
On July 9, 2025, the Planning Commission reviewed and unanimously recommended the City Council revoke the PD Overlay because required findings for its initial approval would no longer be applicable and/or met.

On August 19, 2025, the City Council voted 5 – 0 to introduce Ordinance No. 1749 (2025 Series) revoking the PD Overlay (Ordinance No. 1687 [2020 Series]), related to a development project proposed at 1144 Chorro Street, and amending the Zoning Map to rezone the seven (7) associated properties from C-D-PD and C-D-H-PD to C-D and C-DH, respectively. While the PD Overlay does not preclude changes in use (e.g., changes in commercial uses) for these properties, its revocation would address potential confusion and/or conflict for future development projects that include the construction of new residential units on individual properties affected by the overlay.

If Council adopts Ordinance No. 1749 on September 2, 2025, it shall be effective 30 days after its final passage.

Public Engagement
In accordance with Government Code Section 65854, public notice was provided at least 20 days before the Planning Commission hearing on July 9, 2025. Public notice was duly provided for introduction and adoption by the City Council on August 19, 2025 and September 2, 2025, respectively. The public has the opportunity to comment on the item before and/or at each hearing.

CONCURRENCE
The Council Agenda Report was reviewed by the Community Development Department, Finance Department, City Attorney, and City Administration for concurrence.

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The project is exempt from environmental review under Section 15061(b)(3) (General Rule Exemption) of the CEQA Guidelines. This “Common Sense” exemption states that CEQA only applies to projects that have the potential for causing significant effect on the environment. Since the scope of this request is limited to an amendment on the Zoning Map and does not facilitate any development project, it would not have an effect on the environment. Additionally, the mitigation measures required as part of the PD Overlay adoption in 2020 were only applicable to the development project for 1144 Chorro Street as proposed at the time. Should there be any new development proposed at 1144 Chorro Street or any of the other affected properties, those projects would be evaluated on an individual basis for consistency and compliance with all applicable regulations in effect at that time, including environmental review.

FISCAL IMPACT
Budgeted: N/A Budget Year: 2025-26

Item 6e
Funding Identified: Yes
Fiscal Analysis
Funding
Sources
Total Budget
Available
Current
Funding
Request
Remaining
Balance
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Cost
General Fund $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
State
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Other:

Total $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
The PD Amendment application for this revocation request was paid by the Applicant, and there is no upfront cost resulting from the revocation of the PD Overlay on the Zoning Map. If Council adopts the Ordinance to revoke the overlay, subsequent development projects proposed on these properties would be subject to the appropriate permitting applications, which are applicant-funded review processes.

ALTERNATIVES

1. Council may decide to modify the Ordinance to revoke the PD Overlay before adoption. Depending on the changes proposed, modification of the Ordinance may require reintroduction and then adoption during a subsequent public hearing, which will delay implementation of the Ordinance.

2. Council may decide not to adopt the Ordinance to revoke the PD Overlay. Retention of the PD Overlay would mean that a reference to an expired development project and its associated requirements would remain on the Zoning Map. If the reference remains, it may result in (a) confusion related to the number of allowable density units for individual properties affected by the overlay and/or (b) conflict for future development projects that include the construction of new residential units because one of the primary purposes of this PD Overlay is to allow the transfer of density credits to a specific property at 1144 Chorro Street.

ATTACHMENTS
A. Ordinance No. 1749 (2025 Series)

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ORDINANCE NO. 1749 (2025 SERIES)

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS

OBISPO, CALIFORNIA, REVOKING THE PLANNED DEVELOPMENT
OVERLAY (ORDINANCE NO. 1687 [2020 SERIES]), RELATED TO A DEVELOPMENT PROJECT PROPOSED AT 1144 CHORRO STREET,
AND AMENDING THE ZONING MAP TO REZONE THE SEVEN (7)

ASSOCIATED PROPERTIES FROM C-D-PD AND C-D-H-PD TO C-D
AND C-D-H, RESPECTIVELY. THE PROJECT IS EXEMPT FROM
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW (CEQA) (1144 CHORRO STREET; 895, 898, AND 973 HIGUERA STREET; 876 AND 890 MARSH STREET; AND 868 AND 870 MONTEREY STREET; PDEV-0428-2023)
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo conducted a public hearing in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, California, on September 17, 2019, initiating the project review with consideration of the Community Benefits and Mandatory Project Features for the Planned Development Overlay (PD Overlay), pursuant to a proceeding instituted under ARCH-1687-2018, PDEV-0509-2019, and EID-0475-2019; Mark Rawson, applicant; and WHEREAS, the Architectural Review Commission of the City of San Luis Obispo conducted a web-based public hearing on June 1, 2020, recommending approval of the project with direction to the Planning Commission for consistency with the Community Design Guidelines, pursuant to a proceeding instituted under ARCH-1687-2018, PDEV0509-2019, and EID-0475-2019; Mark Rawson, applicant; and WHEREAS, the Cultural Heritage Committee of the City of San Luis Obispo conducted a web-based public hearing on June 22, 2020, recommending approval of the project with direction to the Planning Commission for consistency with the Historic Preservation Ordinance and Historic Preservation Program Guidelines, pursuant to a proceeding instituted under ARCH-1687-2018, PDEV-0509-2019, and EID-0475-2019; Mark Rawson, applicant; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of San Luis Obispo conducted a web-based public hearing on July 8, 2020, recommending approval of the project with direction to the City Council for consistency with the General Plan and Zoning Regulations, pursuant to a proceeding instituted under ARCH-1687-2018, PDEV-0509- 2019, and EID-0475-2019; Mark Rawson, applicant; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo conducted a webbased public hearing on August 18, 2020, introducing an ordinance amending the Zoning Regulations Map to change the zoning designation of seven (7) properties from C-D-H to C-D-H-PD and C-D to C-D-PD for a PD Overlay; and approving the development of a six-story mixed-use building consisting of approximately 30,000 square feet of commercial/office space and 50 residential dwelling units pursuant to a proceeding instituted under ARCH-1687-2018, PDEV-0509-2019 and EID-0475-2019; Mark Rawson, applicant; and

Ordinance No. 1749 (2025 Series) Page 2
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WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo conducted a webbased public hearing on September 1, 2020, approving the PD Overlay for seven (7) properties within the Downtown Commercial Zone and adopting an ordinance (Ordinance No. 1687 [2020 Series]) amending the Zoning Regulations Map to change the zoning designation of the associated properties from C-D to C-D-PD and C-D-H to C-D-H-PD pursuant to a proceeding instituted under PDEV-0509-2019 and EID-0475- 2019; Mark Rawson, applicant; and
WHEREAS, the City Council’s approval of a six-story mixed-use development consisting of approximately 30,000 square feet of commercial/office space and 50 residential dwelling units, instituted under ARCH-1687-2018, PDEV-0509-2019 and EID0475-2019, expired on August 28, 2024, and the property owner of 1144 Chorro Street does not wish to re-initiate; and
WHEREAS, the City’s Community Development Department received a complete application submittal on May 15, 2025, confirming that all affected owners of the seven (7) associated properties are in agreement and requesting to revoke the PD Overlay, related to the development project proposed at 1144 Chorro, instituted under PDEV0428-2023; and WHEREAS, the Planning Commission of the City of San Luis Obispo conducted a public hearing in the Council Chamber of City Hall, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, California on July 9, 2025, recommending the City Council revoke the PD Overlay related to the development project proposed at 1144 Chorro and amend the Zoning Map to rezone the seven (7) associated properties from C-D-PD and C-D-H-PD to C-D and C-DH, pursuant to a proceeding under PDEV-0428-2023; Copeland Properties, Jamestown Premier Retail LP, and NKT Commercial, applicants; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo conducted a public hearing in the Council Chamber of City Hall, 990 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, California on August 19, 2025, for the purpose of introducing an Ordinance to revoke the PD Overlay related to the development project proposed at 1144 Chorro and amend the Zoning Map to rezone the seven (7) associated properties from C-D-PD and C-D-H-PD to C-D and CD-H, pursuant to a proceeding under PDEV-0428-2023; Copeland Properties, Jamestown Premier Retail LP, and NKT Commercial, applicants; and WHEREAS, notices of said public hearing were made at the time and in the manner required by law; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has duly considered all evidence, including the testimony of interested parties and the evaluation and recommendation by staff, presented at said hearing.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Council of the City of San Luis Obispo as follows:

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SECTION 1. Findings. Based upon all evidence, the City Council revokes the Planned Development Overlay, related to the development project at 1144 Chorro Street, because the required findings previously made for Ordinance No. 1687 (2020 Series) would no longer be applicable and/or met, based on the following:

1. The purpose of adopting this PD Overlay in 2020 was to facilitate a specific accompanying project at 1144 Chorro Street;

2. Approval of that accompanying project at 1144 Chorro Street (ARCH-1687- 2018, PDEV-0509-2019, and EID-0475-2019) has expired;

3. Any community benefits and mandatory project features required of, or resulting from, the development project would no longer occur because the accompanying project approval has expired and the property owner of 1144 Chorro Street does not wish to re-initiate;

4. All current owners of the seven (7) affected properties do not wish to re-initiate the project as previously approved;

5. The property owner of 1144 Chorro Street has actively pursued entitlement and building permit approvals for different uses at the property;

6. The PD Overlay encumbers seven (7) properties in downtown, not under common ownership, by referring to an expired project approval on the Zoning Map; and

7. Revocation of the PD Overlay would amend and clean up the Zoning Map by removing the reference to an expired project approval and its associated requirements (e.g., mitigation measures from the environmental review; deviations allowed by the PD overlay; conditions of approval, etc.). Revocation would provide clarity in applicable regulations of the affected properties and remove unnecessary restrictions on development thereof.

SECTION 2. Environmental Determination. The project is exempt from environmental review under Section 15061(b)(3) (General Rule Exemption) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines. This “Common Sense” exemption states that CEQA only applies to projects that have the potential for causing significant effect on the environment. Since the scope of this request is limited to an amendment on the zoning map and does not facilitate any development project, it would not have an effect on the environment. Additionally, the mitigation measures required as part of the PD Overlay adoption in 2020 were only applicable to the development project for 1144 Chorro Street as proposed at the time. Should there be any development proposed on 1144 Chorro Street or any of the other affected properties, those projects would be evaluated on an individual basis for consistency and compliance with all applicable regulations in effect at that time, including environmental review.

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SECTION 3. Action. The City Council hereby adopts an ordinance to revoke the PD Overlay, related to a development project proposed at 1144 Chorro Street, and rezone the seven (7) associated properties from C-D-PD and C-D-H-PD to C-D and C-D-H, respectively, as shown in Exhibit A and incorporated herein.

EXHIBIT A
Proposed Zoning Map with the C-D and C-D-H Zones

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SECTION 4. A summary of this ordinance, together with the names of the Council members voting for and against, shall be published at least five (5) days prior to its final passage, in the New Times, a newspaper published and circulated in this City. The Ordinance shall be effective 30 days after its final passage.

INTRODUCED on the 19th day of August 2025, AND FINALLY ADOPTED by the Council of the City of San Luis Obispo on the 2
nd day of September 2025, on the following
vote:

AYES:

NOES:

RECUSED:

ABSENT:
__________________________
Mayor Erica A. Stewart
ATTEST:
_________________________
Teresa Purrington,
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
__________________________
J. Christine Dietrick,
City Attorney
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, on ______________________. __________________________
Teresa Purrington,
City Clerk

Item 6f
Department: Public Works
Cost Center: 5201/5001
For Agenda of: 9/2/2025
Placement: Consent
Estimated Time: N/A
FROM: Aaron Floyd, Interim Public Works Director
Prepared By: Matt Pennon, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Manager; Natalie Harnett, Policy and Projects Manager; Alex Fuchs, Mobility Services Business Manager
SUBJECT: ADOPTION OF TITLE VI PROGRAMS FOR SLO TRANSIT AND FOR THE

PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT

RECOMMENDATION

1. Adopt a Draft Resolution entitled, “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, approving the adoption of San Luis Obispo (SLO) Transit’s Federal Transit Administration Title VI Program update for federal fiscal years 2026- 2028”; and (Attachment A)

2. Adopt a Draft Resolution entitled, “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, approving the adoption of the Public Works Department’s Title VI Program Plan.” ( Attachment B)

POLICY CONTEXT
The City of San Luis Obispo (City) is a direct recipient of Federal Transit Administration (FTA) funds and, as such, is subject to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and related non-discrimination requirements under U.S. Department of Transportation regulations.

The City is also a subrecipient of Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) funds through the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans). Title VI prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, or national origin in programs and activities receiving federal financial assistance.

In accordance with FTA Circular 4702.1B, all direct recipients must submit a Title VI Program every three years to demonstrate compliance. This program must be approved by the recipient’s governing board prior to submission to the FTA. For SLO Transit, the current update is due by October 1, 2025.

Separately, Caltrans, acting as a pass-through agency for FHWA funds, is requiring that recipient agencies, including the City of San Luis Obispo, establish a Title VI program that is subject to review by Caltrans pursuant to 23 CFR 200.9(b)(7).

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While the City’s Transit Program has historically maintained its own standalone Title VI Program, the City has now developed a department-wide Title VI Program Plan for Public Works in response to Caltrans’ request. Although there is some overlap between the two plans, the Transit Program includes additional operational requirements, including specific public outreach and service monitoring requirements related to ongoing transit operations—not just capital projects.

To streamline review and approval, both the updated SLO Transit Title VI Program and the new Public Works Title VI Program are being presented to the City Council together, as separate attachments, within a single Council agenda item.

Both Title VI Programs must be adopted by the recipient’s governing body— in this case, the City Council—prior to submission to the FTA and to Caltrans. Attachment A includes a draft Resolution approving the SLO Transit Title VI Program for federal fiscal years 2026–2028. Attachment B includes a draft Resolution approving the Public Works Department Title VI Program.

DISCUSSION
Background
The discussion below outlines the key elements required to be included in each of the plans.

Attachment C – SLO Transit Plan
The FTA provides financial assistance to agencies for the improvement, maintenance, and operations of their respective transit systems. The objectives of the FTA’s Title VI Program are to ensure that the level and quality of public transportation service is provided in a non-discriminatory manner; to promote full and fair participation in public transportation decision-making without regard to race, color, or national origin; and to ensure meaningful access to transit-related programs and activities by persons with limited English proficiency. SLO Transit’s Title VI Program must include the following elements to be considered in compliance:

1. A copy of SLO Transit’s Title VI notice to the public

2. A copy of the SLO Transit’s instructions to the public regarding how to file a Title VI discrimination complaint, including a copy of the complaint form

3. A list of any public transportation-related Title VI investigations, complaints, or lawsuits filed since the time of the last submission

4. A public participation plan and a summary of outreach efforts made since the last Title VI Program submission

5. A copy of SLO Transit’s plan for providing language assistance to persons with limited English proficiency

6. A table depicting the racial breakdown of the membership of transit-related, nonelected planning boards, advisory councils or committees (i.e. Mass

Item 6f
Transportation Committee)

7. System-wide service standards policies for vehicle load, vehicle headway, on-time performance, service availability, vehicle assignments, and transit amenities In compliance with federal statutory and administrative requirements, staff updated SLO Transit’s Title VI Program for federal fiscal years 2026-2028 (Attachment C). Once the program update is approved, staff will submit it to the FTA for review and approval.

Attachment D – Public Works Plan
The FHWA provides financial assistance to agencies for the planning, construction, and maintenance of transportation infrastructure. Its Title VI Program ensures that federally funded highway programs are delivered in a non-discriminatory manner. In June 2025, Caltrans conducted a Title VI Program assessment and found the City to be out of compliance with updated Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) requirements— something common among agencies that had not previously been asked to formalize a Title VI Program. While the City already integrates many of these practices through its Public Engagement and Noticing (PEN) Manual, this new Public Works Title VI Program (Attachment D) formalizes that approach. Supporting documents will be posted to the Public Works website, and will include the following elements required by Caltrans to be considered compliant:

1. Title VI Implementation Plan (Title VI Plan)

2. Title VI Coordinator

3. Title VI/Non-Discrimination Policy Statement

4. Limited English Proficiency (LEP) Assessment (Four Factor Analysis)/ Language Access Plan (LAP)

5. Dissemination of Title VI Information

6. Title VI Training for LPA Staff

7. Title VI Assurances in Contract Documents and Agreements

8. Title VI Complaint Procedures

9. Title VI Data Collection

10.Internal/External Title VI Reviews

11.Title VI Accomplishments and Goals Report (Title VI Annual Work Plan) Once the program is approved, staff will submit it to Caltrans for review and approval.

Previous Council Actions

1. On January 21, 2020, City Council approved SLO Transit’s FFY2021-23 Title VI Program update.

2. On March 21, 2023, City Council adopted Resolution No. 11401 approving SLO Transit’s FFY2023-25 Title VI Program update and SLO Transit’s FY2022-23 Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan.

Item 6f
Public Engagement
The following is a summary of the outreach performed for SLO Transit’s Title VI Program update.

1. Transit Rider Surveys – Between May 12 and May 16, 2025, 105 surveys from current riders were collected to determine how well they read and speak English, language(s) other than English spoken at home, language encounters with SLO Transit staff, how they get information about SLO Transit services, and why they ride the bus.

2. Community Partner Surveys – Between May 22 and June 10, 2025, community partners were invited to complete a survey to assess the extent to which they encounter Limited English Proficiency (LEP) populations, the types of services they offer to LEP persons, challenges with serving persons with LEP, and frequency of requests from LEP persons to translate/interpret transit information.

3. Informational Meetings – On June 11, 2025, staff held two in-person public meetings (1:30 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.) to provide an overview of the Title VI Program requirements and findings from the program update process. It was also an opportunity for the public to provide feedback on SLO Transit’s services and programs.

CONCURRENCE
The City’s Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion concurs with the recommended actions to adopt both Title VI Programs.

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) does not apply to the recommended actions in this report, because the actions do not constitute a “project” under CEQA Guidelines Sec. 15378.

FISCAL IMPACT
Budgeted: Yes Budget Year: 2025-26
Funding Identified: Yes
Fiscal Analysis:

Funding
Sources
Total Budget
Available
Current
Funding
Request
Remaining
Balance
Annual
Ongoing
Cost
General Fund $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
Transit Fund $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0
Other:

Total $ 0 $ 0 $ 0 $ 0

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SLO Transit’s annual budget includes costs of printing services, digital and print advertising, and for public outreach opportunities. These activities include production of vital documents in both English and Spanish. No additional funds are needed to implement the Title VI Program. Historically, 50 percent of SLO Transit’s eligible operating expenses are funded through FTA financial assistance programs. SLO Transit’s operating budget in FY 2025-26 is $5,992,190 which means half (approximately $3 million dollars) would be ineligible for FTA assistance without an adopted Title VI Program. Additionally, a majority of SLO Transit’s capital projects are funded through FTA programs including procurement of electric buses, charging infrastructure, and maintenance of transit facilities. Without access to FTA financial assistance, some or all of these projects may not be able to move forward.

Over the years, the City has received FHWA-administered funding for multiple infrastructure projects and remains committed to pursuing future opportunities. Most notably, the City has been allocated over $10 million in Highway Bridge Program funds for the Prado Road Bridge and Road Widening project. Formal adoption of this Title VI Program is essential to safeguard current funding and ensure continued eligibility for future federal assistance.

ALTERNATIVES

1. Council could choose to adopt only one of the two Title VI Programs—for example, the Transit Program or the Public Works Program—while deferring or declining adoption of the other. However, doing so may jeopardize the City’s eligibility for federal funding through the respective agency (FTA or Caltrans/FHWA).

2. Council could choose not to adopt either Title VI Program. Council could choose not to adopt either the SLO Transit or Public Works Title VI Program. Should Council pursue this option, the City would become ineligible to receive financial assistance from the FTA, which funds the majority of SLO Transit’s operating and capital costs.

Additionally, this could jeopardize the City’s access to FHWA funds administered through Caltrans, potentially impacting future transportation and infrastructure projects.

3. Council could choose to direct changes to one or both plans. Should Council pursue this option, depending on how substantive the changes are, staff would either return to Council at a later date with updated plan(s) for adoption or Council could approve the plans and direct staff make the necessary changes. Delaying Council adoption could jeopardize the City’s eligibility for federal funding.

ATTACHMENTS
A - Draft Resolution approving SLO Transit’s Title VI Program Update B - Draft Resolution approving the Public Works Department’s Title VI Program C - SLO Transit Title VI Program, Final Draft
D - Public Works Department Title VI Program, Final Draft

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RESOLUTION NO. _____ (2025 SERIES)

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS

OBISPO, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE ADOPTION OF SAN LUIS
OBISPO (SLO) TRANSIT’S FEDERAL TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION
TITLE VI PROGRAM UPDATE FOR FEDERAL FISCAL YEARS 2026-
2028
WHEREAS, the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) provides financial assistance to develop new transit systems and improve, maintain, and operate existing systems; and WHEREAS, the recipients of FTA grants are responsible for managing their programs in accordance with federal requirements and the FTA is responsible for ensuring recipients follow federal statutory and administrative requirements including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; and
WHEREAS, the City of San Luis Obispo is a direct recipient of financial assistance from the FTA for San Luis Obispo (SLO) Transit’s capital and operating costs required to comply with federal requirements; and
WHEREAS, the FTA requires direct recipients to document their compliance with Title VI requirements by submitting a Title VI Program approved by the recipient’s governing board to the FTA every three years; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo is SLO Transit’s governing board and is must approve the Title VI Program update prior to submittal; and WHEREAS, staff has prepared an updated Title VI Program for federal fiscal years 2026-2028 in accordance with federal statutory and administrative requirements and has included all required elements for transit providers that operate fewer than 50 fixed route vehicles and are located in an Urbanized Area of fewer than 200,000 in population.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of San Luis Obispo hereby take the following actions:

SECTION 1. The City Council hereby approves and adopts the San Luis Obispo (SLO) Transit’s Title Program update for federal fiscal years 2026-2028.

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SECTION 2. Environmental Review. The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) does not apply to the recommended action because the action does not constitute a “Project” under CEQA Guidelines Sec. 15378.

Upon motion of Council Member ___________, seconded by Council Member ___________, and on the following roll call vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

The foregoing resolution was adopted on this 2nd day of September 2025. ___________________________
Mayor Erica A. Stewart
ATTEST:
______________________
Teresa Purrington
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
______________________
J. Christine Dietrick
City Attorney
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, on ______________________. ___________________________
Teresa Purrington
City Clerk

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RESOLUTION NO. _____ (2025 SERIES)

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN LUIS

OBISPO, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE ADOPTION OF THE CITY OF

SAN LUIS OBISPO PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT TITLE VI

PROGRAM
WHEREAS, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) provides financial assistance to states, local governments, and tribal entities for planning, construction, maintenance, and improvement of highways, bridges, and other surface transportation infrastructure; and
WHEREAS, Local Public Agencies (LPAs) that receive FHWA funds through the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) are required to establish a Title VI Program in compliance with 23 CFR 200.9(b)(7), which is subject to review by Caltrans; and
WHEREAS, the City of San Luis Obispo is a Local Public Agency that receives FHWA funds through Caltrans; and
WHEREAS, in June 2025, Caltrans’ Office of Local Civil Rights Compliance completed a Title VI Program Assessment of the City of San Luis Obispo and determined the City to be non-compliant with several FHWA Title VI Program requirements, issuing findings and recommendations for corrective action; and WHEREAS, in response to the notice of findings and recommendations, City staff promptly undertook corrective action by preparing a Title VI Program to ensure compliance with federal and state requirements, and will submit the adopted Program to Caltrans following City Council approval; and
WHEREAS, Caltrans has closed out the 2025 assessment and will verify completion of the identified corrective actions during the next scheduled program assessment in June 2026, with the City required to submit an updated Title VI Program Assessment Online Form by May 31, 2026.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of San Luis Obispo hereby take the following actions:

SECTION 1. The City Council hereby approves and adopts the City of San Luis Obispo Public Works Department Title VI Program, attached hereto as Exhibit A, in accordance with FHWA and guidance from Caltrans.

SECTION 2. The City Council directs staff to implement the corrective actions identified in the 2025 Caltrans Title VI Program Assessment and to prepare and submit all required documentation for the next program assessment scheduled for June 2026.

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SECTION 3. The City Council authorizes City staff to make administrative changes to the Public Works Title VI Plan, including updates necessary to maintain compliance with Caltrans requirements and revisions without further Council action.

SECTION 4. The City Council affirms its commitment to ensuring that all federally funded programs, services, and activities are administered in a non-discriminatory manner and in full compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

SECTION 5. Environmental Review. The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) does not apply to the recommended action because the action does not constitute a “Project” under CEQA Guidelines Sec. 15378.

Upon motion of Council Member ___________, seconded by Council Member ___________, and on the following roll call vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

The foregoing resolution was adopted on this 2nd day of September 2025. ___________________________
Mayor Erica A. Stewart
ATTEST:
______________________
Teresa Purrington
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
______________________
J. Christine Dietrick
City Attorney
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of San Luis Obispo, California, on ______________________. ___________________________
Teresa Purrington
City Clerk

Title VI Program for San Luis
Obispo (SLO) Transit, Operated
by the City of San Luis Obispo,
CA
Public Review Draft: June 11, 2025
Final Draft: September 2, 2025
Prepared by:

City of San Luis Obispo
Public Works Department
990 Palm Street
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Tel: (805) 781-7121
www.slocity.org

Table of Contents
I: CIVIL RIGHTS STATEMENT...................................................................................................................................... 4 II: TITLE VI NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC.......................................................................................................................... 5 III: TITLE VI COMPLAINT PROCEDURES ................................................................................................................... 6 POST-SUBMITTAL ACTIONS............................................................................................................................................ 7 IV: TRANSIT-RELATED TITLE VI INVESTIGATIONS, COMPLAINTS, AND LAWSUITS.......................................... 7 V: PUBLIC PARTICIPATION PLAN.............................................................................................................................. 8 PUBLIC PARTICIPATION TOOLBOX................................................................................................................................... 9 MAJOR SERVICE REDUCTION OR FARE INCREASE.......................................................................................................... 11 SUMMARY OF OUTREACH EFFORTS MADE SINCE LAST TITLE VI SUBMISSION .................................................................. 12 VI: LANGUAGE ASSISTANCE PLAN......................................................................................................................... 14 FOUR FACTOR ANALYSIS............................................................................................................................................. 15 FACTOR 1 – THE NUMBER OF PERSONS WITH LEP ELIGIBLE TO BE SERVED OR LIKELY TO BE ENCOUNTERED BY SLO TRANSIT .................................................................................................................................................................... 15 FACTOR 2 – FREQUENCY WITH WHICH LEP PERSONS COME INTO CONTACT WITH SLO TRANSIT’S SERVICES AND PROGRAMS ................................................................................................................................................................................. 17 FACTOR 3: THE NATURE AND IMPORTANCE OF SLO TRANSIT’S SERVICES AND PROGRAMS IN PEOPLE’S LIVES................... 21 FACTOR 4: THE RESOURCES AVAILABLE TO SLO TRANSIT FOR LEP OUTREACH AND THE ASSOCIATED COSTS.................. 21 VII: FOUR FACTOR ANALYSIS FINDINGS................................................................................................................ 22 OVERSIGHT................................................................................................................................................................ 23 TRAINING EMPLOYEES ................................................................................................................................................ 23 TRANSLATION OF VITAL DOCUMENTS............................................................................................................................ 24 VIII: DECISION MAKING BODIES .............................................................................................................................. 24 MASS TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE (NON-ELECTED MEMBERS)................................................................................... 24 IX: SERVICE STANDARDS AND POLICIES.............................................................................................................. 25 VEHICLE LOAD............................................................................................................................................................ 25 VEHICLE HEADWAY (FREQUENCY)................................................................................................................................ 26 ON-TIME PERFORMANCE............................................................................................................................................. 26 SERVICE AVAILABILITY – ACCESS TO THE BUS............................................................................................................... 26 VEHICLE ASSIGNMENT POLICY..................................................................................................................................... 26 TRANSIT AMENITY POLICY ........................................................................................................................................... 26 MONITORING SERVICE STANDARDS.............................................................................................................................. 27 X: PROGRAM SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS............................................................................................................... 27 SUB-RECIPIENT ASSISTANCE AND MONITORING ............................................................................................................. 27 TITLE VI EQUITY ANALYSIS.......................................................................................................................................... 27 DEMOGRAPHIC DATA COLLECTION AND REPORTING ...................................................................................................... 28 TRANSIT SERVICE MONITORING ................................................................................................................................... 28 SERVICE AND FARE EQUITY ANALYSIS.......................................................................................................................... 28 XI: ATTACHMENTS..................................................................................................................................................... 28

I: Civil Rights Statement
San Luis Obispo (SLO) Transit is committed to ensuring that no person is excluded from participation in or denied the benefits of its transit services on the basis of race, color, or national origin.

This program has been prepared in accordance with Section 601 of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 13116 (Improving Access to Services for Persons with Limited English Proficiency), and the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Circular 4702.1.B (Title VI Requirement and Guidelines for Federal Transit Administration Recipients).

Section 601 of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 states that, “No person shall, on the grounds of race, color, or national origin, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving federal assistance.”
Executive Order 13166 states that, “Federal agencies are to examine the services they provide, identify any need for services to those with Limited English Proficiency (LEP), and develop and implement a system to provide those services so LEP persons can have meaningful access to them.”
Per FTA Circular 4702.1.B, this program meets the following objectives:
• Ensure that the level and quality of public transportation service is provided in a nondiscriminatory manner; and
• Promote full and fair participation in public transportation decision-making without regard to race, color, or national origin; and
• Ensure meaningful access to transit-related program and activities by person with limited English proficiency.

This document was prepared by SLO Transit, a program of the City of San Luis Obispo’s Public Works Department and approved by the City Council of the City of San Luis Obispo (Attachment A – Resolution No. XXXXX (2025 Series). The document complies with all applicable federal requirements for all transit agencies.

For additional information on SLO Transit, or its efforts to comply with the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 13166 Improving Access to Services for Persons with Limited English Proficiency, or the FTA Circular 4702.1.B please contact:

Alex Fuchs
Mobility Services Business Manager
1260 Chorro Street
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Email: [email protected]

II: Title VI Notice to the Public
SLO Transit informs the public of its commitment to Title VI compliance and the right to file a civil rights complaint using the following notification.

Figure 1 - Notice to the Public (English)
Figure 2 - Notice to the Public (Spanish)

Table 1 lists the locations whereby the Notice to the Public is posted.

Table 1 - Notice to the Public Posting Locations
Location Description Location
Bus Interior All SLO Transit revenue vehicles
SLO Transit Webpage Civil Rights | City of San Luis Obispo, CA (slocity.org) Public Works Department Office 919 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA Mobility Services Division Office 1260 Chorro Street, San Luis Obispo, CA Downtown Transit Center 800 block of Osos Street, San Luis Obispo, CA III: Title VI Complaint Procedures
Any person who believes that she or he has been discriminated against on the basis of race, color, and/or national origin may file a Title VI complaint with SLO Transit by completing and submitting a Title VI Complaint Form (Attachment B). The Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Manager is the City’s designated Title VI Coordinator.

SLO Transit staff are responsible for receiving complaints, investigations, and preparation of notices. The DEI Manager is responsible for tracking complaints, investigations, and lawsuits and for recommending changes, if necessary, to ensure continued compliance.

English and Spanish versions of the Title VI complaint form is available on SLO Transit’s webpage at Civil Rights | City of San Luis Obispo, CA (slocity.org). Physical copies can also be obtained in person at the Mobility Services Office located at 1260 Chorro Street, San Luis Obispo, CA. Once the form is obtained, complainants can follow the steps below to complete and submit the form.

1. Complete the Complaint Form. If a customer needs assistance in completing the form, then they may contact SLO Transit at 805-781-7121 for assistance.

2. Sign the Complaint Form. Customers are required to sign the Complaint Form.

3. Submit the Complaint Form. Civil rights complaints should be filed immediately.

However, SLO Transit will investigate complaints up to 180 days after the alleged incident. Customers should submit their complaints to:

City of San Luis Obispo
Mobility Services Business Manager
1260 Chorro Street
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (805) 781-7121

Alternatively, customers may also submit their complaints directly to the FTA’s Office of Civil Rights using the following address:

Federal Transit Administration
Office of Civil Rights
Attention: Complaint Team
East Building, 5th Floor – TCR
1200 New Jersey Avenue SE
Washington, DC 20590
Post-Submittal Actions
The following post-submittal actions are taken to ensure complaints are thoroughly investigated and that the complainant is informed of the results of the investigation.

1. Acknowledgement. Complaints will be recorded and assigned a complaint number. SLO Transit will review the complaint to determine if there was a Title VI violation(s). Staff will send an acknowledgement letter for receipt of complaint (Attachment B) informing the customer that their complaint for was received and that SLO Transit will investigate.

2. Investigation. SLO Transit has up to thirty (30) days to investigate the complaint.

If more information is needed to resolve the case, then SLO Transit may contact the complainant. The complainant has thirty (30) days from the date of contact to send requested information to the investigator assigned to the case.

If the investigator is not contacted by the complainant or does not receive the additional information within thirty (30) days, then SLO Transit can administratively close the case. The case can also be administratively closed if the complainant no longer wishes to pursue their case.

3. Outcome. After the investigator reviews the complaint, one of the following letters will be issued to the complainant: a closure letter or a Letter of Finding (LOF). A closure letter summarizes the allegations and states that there was not a Title VI violation and that the case will be closed.

A LOF summarizes the allegations and the interviews regarding the alleged incident, and explains whether any disciplinary action, additional training of the staff member, or other action will occur. If the complainant wishes to appeal the decision, then they have ten (10) days after the date of the closure letter or the LOF to do so.

IV: Transit-Related Title VI Investigations,
Complaints, and Lawsuits
SLO Transit maintains a list of public transit-related Title VI investigations, complaints, and lawsuits filed since the time of the last Title VI program submission which alleges discrimination on the basis of race, color, or national origin. This list includes the date that the investigation, lawsuit, or complaint was filed; a summary of the allegation(s); the

status of the investigation, lawsuit, or complaint; and actions taken by SLO Transit in response, or findings related to the investigation, lawsuit, or complaint.

As of the writing of this program, there are zero (0) transit-related Title VI investigations, complaints, or lawsuits which allege discrimination on the grounds of race, color, national origin, or any other form of discrimination as shown in Table 2 below.

Table 2 - List of Transit-Related Title VI Investigations, Complaints, and Lawsuits Type Date Summary (Incl.
basis of complaint) Status Action(s)Taken
Investigations

1. 2.

Lawsuits

1. 2.

Complaints

1. 2.

V: Public Participation Plan
SLO Transit’s Public Participation Plan (PPP), developed in alignment with the City’s Public Engagement and Noticing Manual, is both a strategic guide and a commitment to inclusive, transparent, and equitable engagement. The PPP emphasizes early, continuous, and meaningful public involvement, particularly for those traditionally underserved like minority and Limited English Proficiency (LEP) populations, ensuring all voices are considered when making transit decisions.

The PPP ensures that:
• Community members affected by transit decisions can participate in shaping outcomes that may impact their environment or health.
• Public input meaningfully informs service planning.
• Diverse perspectives are considered throughout the decision-making process. • SLO Transit actively engages individuals and groups who may be impacted.

Guided by the principles of Inform, Consult, and Collaborate (See Figure 3); SLO Transit provides clear information, actively seeks feedback, and partners with the public in identifying and evaluating alternatives.

Figure 3 - Action Plan Matrix
To support equitable participation, SLO Transit maintains a network of nonprofits, businesses, and community organizations—particularly those serving underrepresented groups. Follow-up with participants helps close the feedback loop, and an engagement toolbox supports accessible, effective outreach.

Public Participation Toolbox
SLO Transit uses a variety of tools to ensure effective, inclusive, and bilingual public engagement. These tools support transparent communication and provide accessible opportunities for community feedback.

Media and Communication Channels
• Print and Digital Media: Advertisements and notices in newspapers and other periodicals, and on social media (X, Instagram, etc.)
• Television and Radio: Use of press releases, radio spots, and news segments. • Outdoor Advertising: Information displayed on-board buses, at bus shelters, and public offices.
• Website: Meeting notices and public information are regularly posted on SLO Transit’s website.

• Web-Based Feedback: Public comments are collected through online survey platforms.
• Email: The public can send questions and comments directly to SLO Transit at [email protected].

On-Board and Rider Communication
• Bus Cards & Flyers: On-board bus cards and flyers are regularly used to inform riders about service changes, meeting schedules, and hearing notices. • On-Board Messaging: Service alerts and public engagement opportunities displayed on digital messaging boards on buses.
• Rider Alerts: Printed materials available on buses and posted at public offices, online, and on social media (See Figure 4).

Figure 4 - Example Rider Alert
Community Outreach
• Community Partners: Flyers and notices are distributed via email and/or mail to list of local organizations representing traditionally underserved communities. • Informational Sessions & Workshops: Informational sessions and/or workshops are hosted as part of the development or updating of planning documents (e.g.

Short-Range Transit Plan).

• Public Hearings: City Council holds meetings twice a month which serve as public input opportunities. The Mass Transportation Committee is a transit advisory body of the Ci ty and meets every other month which also serves as public input opportunities.
• Legal Notices: Published in accordance with legal requirements to ensure transparency and public awareness.

This toolbox is designed to reach a broad and diverse audience, ensuring all community members—regardless of language, location, or access to technology—have the opportunity to stay informed and participate.

Major Service Reduction or Fare Increase
If the City Council, based on staff recommendations and supporting documentation, determines that a major service reduction and/or fare increase may be necessary, SLO Transit staff will provide public notification and opportunities for input in accordance with the City’s Public Noticing and Engagement Manual and with SLO Transit’s Major Service Reduction and Fare Increase Policy (Attachment C). The schedule shall provide a minimum of 45 (calendar) days public notice of the service or fare changes prior to their implementation.

Procedure
A minimum of two public meetings (one prior to 5:00 p.m. and one after 5:00 p.m.) will be scheduled and advertised. Public notices will be posted in English and Spanish at the locations listed below. Figure 5 is an example of a public notice for the Short-Range Transit Plan Update public meetings.
• City Hall (990 Palm Street)
• Mobility Services office (1260 Chorro Street)
• Downtown Transit Center
• Onboard all fixed-route transit vehicles
• County/City Public Library (995 Palm Street)
• SLO Transit website (with email link for public comment) • Social media platforms
• Legal notices in local newspapers
• Press releases distributed to local media outlets

Figure 5 - Notice for Short-Range Transit Plan Meetings Public meetings will be conducted in convenient, accessible, and diverse locations, with the following considerations:
• Locations will be served by transit routes whenever possible. • Meetings will be facilitated by SLO Transit staff.
• Public comments will be formally recorded and archived. • A public meeting may be held during a regularly scheduled Mass Transportation Committee (MTC) meeting.
• Spanish-language assistance will be available at each meeting to ensure inclusive participation.

Summary of Outreach Efforts Made Since Last Title VI Submission Since SLO Transit’s previous Title VI Plan submission, there have been significant public outreach conducted for various planning and programming efforts as summarized below.

All these outreach activities were advertised to the public in both English and Spanish.

Short-Range Transit Plan Update
In September 2023, SLO Transit kicked off a joint Short-Range Transit Plan update in coordination with the area’s regional service provider, San Luis Obispo Regional Transit Authority. SLO Transit’s Short-Range Transit Plan was adopted by its board on April 15, 2025 and recommends services, programs, and fares changes for fiscal years 2025-26 through 2029-30. Throughout the plan update process, thorough public engagement was conducted as part of the Short-Range Transit Plan update process including the following efforts:

• Onboard Surveys were collected in October 2023, on all SLO Transit fixed route and tripper services. A total of 427 survey responses were received. • Stakeholder Workshops were in November and included representatives from other government agencies, transit providers, and higher education institutions throughout the county.
• Community (online) Surveys were collected between November and December 2023, using a Survey Monkey and using the City’s Open City Hall program. A total of 254 survey responses were received.
• Three Joint Advisory Body Meetings were held between March and October 2024, to present progress on the plan update and to solicit feedback from committee members and the public.
• Three Community Workshops were held in June 2024 to present and receive feedback from the public on the initial service alternatives analysis. • City Council Study Session was held on July 16, 2024, and provided another opportunity for the public to provide input through written correspondence and through public testimony.
• MTC Meeting was held on January 8, 2025, to present the draft SRTP and to receive feedback from the committee and the public as to what recommendations to incorporate into the final plan.
• Targeted outreach was conducted in January 2025 with a focus on engaging community organizations that serve disadvantaged communities.

Transit Innovations Study
In 2023, a Transit Innovation Study was conducted to explore and evaluate transit operational improvements. The findings of the study were compiled into a report and provides actionable recommendations to help meet the City’s climate and mode split objectives. The study’s recommendations are planned to be implemented with the 2024- 25 Supplemental Budget, with future budgets, and through updates to applicable planning documents.

The consultant produced seven memos on topics ranging from existing conditions and needs assessment to service enhancements evaluation. Between May and August of 2023 memos were sent to both internal and external stakeholders for review and comment. The comments were then incorporated into their respective memos and compiled into a draft report. Staff completed an initial review of the draft report then scheduled a workshop through which stakeholders would have an opportunity to review the recommendations as presented by the consultant and to re-prioritize them based on their experiences of transit in the City and beyond.

On September 25, 2023, staff held a stakeholder workshop and invited those involved in the memo review process as well as representatives from the City’s Community Development Department, Ride-On Transportation, Cal Poly’s Associated Students, Inc.

ASI), SLO Climate Coalition, YIMBY Action, and Diversity SLO. The workshop included a breakout session based on participants’ areas of interests, a recommendation prioritization exercise, and an open discussion about the applicability of the