HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 08b - Annual Military Equipment Report
DATE: May 7, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Roy Nakamura, Chief of Police
By: Amber Abeyta, Management Analyst
SUBJECT: ANNUAL MILITARY EQUIPMENT REPORT PER ASSEMBLY BILL NO.
481
CEQA: Not a Project
Recommendation: Approve
SUMMARY
On April 19, 2022, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2387 approving a Military
Equipment Use Policy (“Policy”) pursuant to Assembly Bill 481 (“AB 481”). In accordance
with AB 481 and the Policy, an annual report must be submitted to the City Council for
any approved military equipment. The report must be submitted within one year of
equipment acquisition, and annually thereafter, for as long as the military equipment is
available for use. In compliance with AB 481, outlined below is the 2023 Annual Military
Equipment Report and attached is the Policy.
It is recommended that the City Council approve the Annual Military Equipment Report
per Assembly Bill No. 481.
BACKGROUND
On September 30, 2021, Assembly Bill 481 (“AB 481”) required law enforcement
agencies to adopt a military equipment use policy (“Policy”), by ordinance, no later than
May 1, 2022. The Police Department complied with AB 481 and adopted Ordinance No.
2387, approving the Policy.
AB 481 also requires law enforcement agencies to submit to the City Council an annual
military equipment report (“Report”) on the use of the equipment, any complaint(s) or
concern(s) regarding the use of the equipment, results of any internal audits on the use
of the equipment, the annual costs for the equipment, the quantity possessed by the
agency and the intent to purchase additional equipment in the following year. In addition,
within 30-days of submitting and publicly releasing the Report, a well-publicized
community meeting must be held to allow for public comments.
Annual Military Equipment Report
May 7, 2024
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DISCUSSION
To meet the requirements of the Report pursuant to AB 481, a review was conducted of
the Police Department’s military equipment with the findings reported below:
Military Equipment Use, Amount of Usage, and Annual Cost
Item Military Equipment
Use
Amount of
Usage Annual Cost
Robot Field deployment 2 $1,000
40MM Launcher Training 65 $2,750 (rounds and
maintenance)
Launching Cup Training 5 $500 (munitions)
Distraction
Device
a) Training
b) Field deployment
a) 30
b) 0 $1,200
Rifles Training 40 $500
Chemical
Agent/Smoke Training 15 $1,500
Explosive
Breaching Tools N/A 0 $0
Pepperball Training 25 $1,000 (round/co2)
Mobile
Command Post Field deployment 15 $11,000
(maintenance/fuel)
Rescue Vehicle a) Training
b) Field deployment
a) 10
b) 15 $4,000 (maintenance/fuel)
Kinetic
Breaching Tool
a) Training
b) Field deployment
a) 10
b) 2 $2,500
Handgun
Ammunition Training 70,000 rounds $65,000
Rifle Ammunition
(.223) Training 15,000 rounds $25,000
Rifle Ammunition
(.308) Training 4,000 rounds $10,000
No new military equipment acquisitions occurred in the 2023 calendar year, resulting in
no alterations in the Policy.
Complaints or Concerns
Staff reviewed department records and determined there were no complaints or concerns
reported on the use of the equipment in 2023.
Internal Audit
The Department conducted an internal audit and determined that there were no violations
of the military equipment use policy.
Annual Military Equipment Report
May 7, 2024
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Intention to Purchase Additional Equipment
In the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Budget, the Department is seeking approval to procure an
Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (“UAV”) system, commonly known as a "drone." Drones are
instrumental in enhancing response times to calls, aiding in the investigation of criminal
activities, and providing aerial perspectives that can assist in protecting life and property.
Additionally, drones enable personnel to assess and address issues effectively by
determining suitable tools, tactics, and resources even before officers reach the scene. If
the budget request to acquire a drone is approved as part of the Fiscal Year 2024-25
budget, it will undergo review by the City Council and will be documented in the annual
report for that fiscal year.
In compliance with the requirements of AB 481, this staff report, which includes the Annual
Report and the updated Policy, were published on the Department’s website as of April
1, 2024, which meets the required 30-day publishing period. In addition, a Public Hearing
Notice was posted ten days prior to this meeting per Resolution No. 7483.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS
The proposed action does not constitute a project under the California Environmental
Quality Act (“CEQA”), and it can be seen with certainty that it will have no impact on the
environment.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact related to approving this annual report.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council determine that this action does not constitute a
project under California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”); and approve the Annual
Military Equipment Report per Assembly Bill 481.
Attachment: Military Equipment Use Policy
Arcadia Police Department
Arcadia PD Policy Manual
Military Equipment
MILITARY EQUIPMENT
708.1 PURPOSE AND SCOPE
The purpose of this policy (“Policy”) is to provide guidelines for the approval, acquisition,
and reporting requirements of military equipment pursuant to Assembly Bill 481 (“AB 481”).
(California Government Code section7070 et seq.)
708.1.1 DEFINITIONS
Definitions related to this Policy include those provided in Government Code Section 7070,
and as follows:
Governing body — City of Arcadia City Council (“City Council”).
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 Section 30510 and Penal Code
Section 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.
•TASER® Shockwave, microwave weapons, water cannons, and long-range acoustic
devices (“LRADs”).
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•Kinetic energy weapons and munitions.
•Any other equipment as determined by City Council or a state agency to require
additional oversight.
708.2 POLICY
It is the Policy of the City of Arcadia (“City”) that members of the Arcadia Police Department
(“Department”) comply with the provisions of AB 481 with respect to the funding,
acquisition and use of military equipment.
708.3 MILITARY EQUIPMENT COORDINATOR
The Chief of Police shall designate a member of the Department to act as the Military
Equipment Coordinator. The responsibilities of the Military Equipment Coordinator include
but are not limited to:
(a)Acting as liaison to the 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 City Council.
(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 the Department.
(e)Preparing for, scheduling, and coordinating the annual community engagement
meeting to include:
1.Publicizing the details of the meeting; and
2.Preparing for public questions regarding the Department’s funding,
acquisition, and use of military equipment.
(f)Preparing the annual military equipment report for submission to the Chief of
Police and City Council and ensuring that the report is made available on the
Department website.
(g)Establishing the procedure for a person to register a complaint or concern, or how
that person may submit a question about the use of a type of military equipment,
and how the Department will respond in a timely manner.
708.4 MILITARY EQUIPMENT INVENTORY
The following constitutes a list of qualifying equipment for the Department:
708.4.1 ROBOT
An unmanned machine operating on the ground utilized to enhance the safety of the
community and officers.
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(a)Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost:
Item No. 1
1.Description: The Robotex Avatar III (“Avatar III”) is a remote controlled,
tracked, unmanned device used to surveil an area or building before officers
enter it.
2. Quantity: One (1).
3.Capabilities: The Avatar III is equipped with a camera that provides a real
time view of its surroundings, it has a two-way communication system that
allows officers to communicate with subjects/suspects remotely, and an
articulating arm that allows it to open doors and move objects.
4.Purchase Cost: The Avatar III was purchased in 2019 for $46,000.
(b)Purpose: The Avatar III enhances the capabilities of officers in tactical situations
by allowing them to inspect dangerous situations and communicate with the
subjects/ suspects from a safe distance quickly and safely.
(c)Authorized Use: Only officers who have completed training shall be permitted to
operate the robot. Deployment of the robot will be authorized by the Incident or
Tactical Commander.
(d)Expected Life Span: 8-10 years.
(e)Fiscal Impact: Annual maintenance and battery replacement cost is approximately
$200.
(f)Training: All robot operators must complete three (3) hours of training provided by
the S.W.A.T. team.
(g)Legal and Procedural Rules: The Avatar III will only be deployed with the
authorization of the Incident or Tactical Commander and will only be deployed for
official law enforcement purposes. in a manner that respects the privacy of our
community and complies with State and Federal Law.
708.4.2 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:
Item No. 1
1.Description: Defense Technology. 40MM Exact Impact Sponge.
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2.Quantity: 520.
3.Capabilities: A less lethal 40MM lightweight plastic and foam projectile
fired from a single shot 40MM launcher with a rifled barrel at 325 FPS. The
30-gram foam projectile delivers 120 ft/lbs of energy upon impact. The
40MM Exact Impact Sponge Round provides accurate and effective
performance when fired from the approved distance of not less than five (5)
feet and as far as 125 feet from the target.
4.Purchase Cost: $18 each.
Item No. 2
1.Description: Defense Technology, 40MM Direct Impact OC.
2. Quantity: 140.
3.Capabilities: A less lethal 40MM lightweight plastic foam projectile fired
from a single shot 40MM launcher with a rifled barrel at 295 FPS. The 39-
gram foam projectile delivers 120 ft/lbs of energy upon impact in addition
to the dispersion of 5 grams of OC irritant. The 40MM Direct Impact OC
Round provides accurate and effective performance when deployed from
the approved distance of not less than five (5) feet and as far as 120 feet
from the target.
4.Purchase Cost: $30 each.
Item No. 3
1.Description: Defense Technology, Ferret 40MM Liquid Barricade
Penetrator Round.
2. Quantity: 76.
3.Capabilities: A less lethal 40MM round used to penetrate barriers, such as
windows, hollow core doors, wallboard, and thin plywood. Upon impacting
the barrier, the nose cone ruptures and instantaneously delivers a small
amount of chemical agent 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 temporary discomfort and/or incapacitation of
potentially violent or dangerous subjects.
4.Purchase Cost: $23 each.
Item No. 4
1.Description: Defense Technology, 40MM Round Muzzle Blast with C5.
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2.Quantity: 22.
3.Capabilities: The 40MM Muzzle Blast OC Round is a less lethal option for
the immediate and close deployment of chemical agent. It can also be
employed in tactical operations such as barricaded subjects for area denial,
area contamination, and a means of contaminating crawl spaces and attics.
It can be deployed inside or outside and has a maximum effective range of
30 feet.
4.Purchase Cost: $28 each.
(b)Purpose: To limit the escalation of conflict and to decrease the potential use of
lethal force.
(c)Authorized Use: Examples of situations where less lethal weapon systems may
include but are not limited to: Dangerous and/or combative individuals, barricaded
suspects, and aggressive animals.
(d)Expected Life Span: 15 years.
(e)Fiscal Impact: Annual maintenance is approximately $10 for each launcher.
(f)Training: Sworn members utilizing 40MM less lethal chemical agents or impact
rounds are trained in their use by P.O.S.T. certified less lethal and chemical agent
instructors.
(g)Legal and Procedural Use: Officers will deploy 40MM impact and chemical agents
in compliance with Arcadia Police Manual section 300 and in compliance with
State and Federal Law regarding the use of force.
708.4.3 COMBINED SYSTEMS LC5 40MM LAUNCHING CUP
The combined systems LC5 40MM launching cups are cups that attach to 12-gauge less
lethal shotguns which allow officers to launch canisters of chemical agents or smoke.
(a)Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost:
Item No. 1
1.Description: Combined Systems LC5 40MM Launching Cup.
2.Quantity: Two (2),
3.Capabilities: The cups can be attached to a 12-gauge shotgun and the
munition is launched with a model 2800 launching cartridge.
4.Purchase Cost: $150 each.
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(b)Purpose: To deploy chemical agents into an area or location from a distance.
(c)Authorized Use: Situations for use of the less lethal weapon systems may include
but are not limited to dangerous and/or combative individuals. Riot/crowd control
and civil unrest incidents. Circumstances where a tactical advantage can be
obtained by the use of chemical agent, and potentially vicious animals.
(d)Expected Lifespan: 25 years.
(e)Fiscal Impact: No annual maintenance.
(f)Training: Sworn members utilizing LC5 40MM launching cups are trained in their
use by P.O.S.T. certified less lethal and chemical agent instructors.
(g)Legal and Procedural Use: Only fully trained S.W.A.T. Operators will deploy LC5
40MM Launching Cup, in compliance with Arcadia Police Manual section 300 and
in compliance with State and Federal Law regarding the use of force.
708.4.4 DISTRACTION DEVICE
A distraction device is used to distract dangerous suspects during assaults, hostage rescue,
room entry or other high-risk arrest situations.
(a)Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost:
Item No. 1
1.Description: Defense Technologies Low Roll DD.
2.Quantity: 12.
3.Capabilities: A non-bursting, non-fragmenting single use device that
produces a loud sound and bright light. Ideal for distracting dangerous
suspects during assaults, hostage rescue, room entry or other high-risk arrest
situations.
4. Cost: $50 each.
Item No. 2
1.Description: ALS1208 Bore Thunder.
2.Quantity: 12.
3.Capabilities: The ALS1208 Bore Thunder is a 12-gauge barrel delivered
light and sound distraction device that produces approximately 174 dB at
five (5) feet. Because the Bore Thunder remains in the delivery device, the
potential for accidental fire or unintended injury is drastically reduced.
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4.Purchase Cost: $6.80 each.
(b)Purpose: To produce brilliant light and loud sound to momentarily distract a suspect
or subject (6-8 seconds), to enhance the officers’ ability to safely contact and detain
or arrest.
(c)Authorized Use: Diversionary devices shall only be used by S.W.A.T. Operators
who have been trained in their proper use during hostage and barricaded subject
situations, high-risk warrant (search/arrest) services where there may be extreme
hazards to officers, or during other high-risk situations where their use would
enhance officer and community safety.
(d)Expected Lifespan: Until used.
(e)Fiscal Impact: No annual maintenance.
(f)Training: Prior to use, S.W.A.T. Operators must attend diversionary device training
that is conducted by P.O.S.T. certified instructors.
(g)Legal and Procedural Rules Use: The Department will only utilize diversion
devices for official law enforcement purposes, pursuant to State and Federal law
regarding the use of force.
708.4.5 RIFLES
Firearms that are fired from the from the shoulder, having a long spiral grooved barrel to
make bullets spin and thereby have greater accuracy over a long distance.
(a)Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost:
Item No. 1
1. Description: Colt M4 Commando.223 carbine converted from fully
automatic to semi-automatic.
2.Quantity: 92.
3.Capabilities: To provide precision fire to address a threat with more
accuracy than a handgun, particularly at greater distances.
4. Purchase Cost: $750 each.
Item No. 2
1. Description: Geissele Super Duty Rifle .223 carbine semi-automatic.
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2.Quantity: 18.
3.Capabilities: To provide precision fire to address a threat with more
accuracy than a handgun, particularly at greater distances.
4.Purchase Cost: $1,750 each.
Item No. 3
1.Description: Peer LE Gold Dot.223 Rem 55 grain ammunition.
2.Quantity: 120,000 rounds.
3. Purchase Cost: $600 per 1,000 rounds.
Item No. 4
1. Description: Black Hills.308 STX Copper 168 grain STX ammunition.
2.Quantity: 1,000 rounds.
3.Purchase Cost: $2,300.
Item No. 5
1.Description: Colt Automatic Rifle (AR) .223.
2.Quantity: 1
3.Purchase Cost: $1,400.00.
(b)Purpose: To be used as precision weapons to address a threat with more accuracy
than a handgun, particularly at greater distances. The AR is an area denial and
material destruction weapon.
(c)Authorized Use: Only members who have completed P.O.S.T. certified training are
authorized to deploy a rifle.
(d)Expected Lifespan: 10 years.
(e)Fiscal Impact: Annual maintenance is approximately $50 for each rifle.
(f)Training: Prior to using a rifle, Officers must be certified by a P.O.S.T. instructor
in the operation of the rifle. Additionally, all members that operate the rifle are
required to train with it a minimum of three (3) times a year and must pass an annual
range qualification.
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(g)Legal and Procedural Rules Use: Officers will deploy patrol rifles and the AR in
accordance with Department manual section 312.3.1, and pursuant to State and
Federal law regarding the use of force.
708.4.6 CHEMICAL AGENT AND SMOKE CANISTERS
Canisters that contain chemical agents that are released when deployed.
(a)Description. quantity. capabilities, and purchase cost:
Item No. 1
1.Description: Defense Technology, Triple-Chase Separating Canister, CS.
2.Quantity: 50
3.Capabilities: The Triple-Chase 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 canister can be hand thrown or
launched from a fired delivery system. The canister is 6.5 in. by 2.7 in. and
holds approximately 3.2 oz. of active agent. It has an approximate
dispersion time of 20-30 seconds.
4. Purchase Cost: $47 each.
Item No. 2
1.Description: Defense Technology. Riot Control Continuous Discharge
Grenade.
2.Quantity: Eight (8).
3.Capabilities: The Riot Control CS Grenade is designed specifically for
outdoor use in crowd control situations with a high-volume continuous
dispersion that expels its contents in approximately 20-40 seconds through
four ports located on the top of the canister. This canister can be used to
conceal tactical movement or to route a crowd. This launchable canister is
6.0 in. by 2.35 in. and holds approximately 2.7 oz. of active agent.
4.Purchase Cost: $27 each.
Item No. 3
1.Description: Defense Technology, Flameless Expulsion 0C Grenade.
2.Quantity: 18.
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3.Capabilities: The 0C Flameless Expulsion Grenade is a compact, non-
pyrotechnic, chemical agent device that provides safe expulsion without
risk of fire. It is safe to use inside of a residence. Unlike pyrotechnic
canisters, this device’s contents are expelled upon actuation of a C02
cartridge that will affect a confined area of approximately 1500 square feet.
The canister is 7.5 in. by 1.65 in. and delivers approximately.02 oz. of active
agent during its 3-second discharge time.
4.Purchase Cost: $49 each.
(b)Purpose: To deescalate a situation and lower the likelihood of lethal force.
Situations for use of the less lethal weapon systems may include, but are not limited
to, dangerous and/or combative individuals, riot/crowd control and civil unrest
incidents, circumstances where a tactical advantage can be obtained, and potentially
vicious animals.
(c)Authorized Use: Only officers who have received P.O.S.T. certification in the use
of chemical agents are authorized to use them.
(d)Training: Sworn members utilizing chemical agent canisters must be certified by
P.O.S.T. less lethal and chemical agent instructors.
(e) Fiscal Impact: No annual maintenance.
(f)Legal and Procedural Rules: Officers will only deploy chemical agents in
compliance with Department manual section 300, and State and Federal law,
including those regarding the use of force.
708.4.7 EXPLOSIVE BREACHING TOOLS
Explosive breaching tools are tools that are used to conduct an explosive breach to create an
entry or exit point during a tactical situation.
(a)Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost:
Item No. 1
1. Description: Detonating Cord.
2. Quantity: 80 feet.
3.Capabilities: The detonating cord is a thin, flexible plastic tube usually filled
with pentaerythritol tetranitrate (PETN, pentrite). With the PETN exploding
at a rate of approximately 6400 m/s, any common length of detonation cord
appears to explode instantaneously. It is a highspeed fuse which explodes,
rather than burns, and is suitable for detonating explosives.
4. Purchase Cost: $1 per foot.
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Item No. 2
1. Description: Nonel Detonators.
2. Quantity: 12.
3.Capabilities: A detonator is a small sensitive primary explosive device
generally used to detonate a larger, less sensitive secondary explosive, such
as plastic explosive.
4. Purchase Cost: $12 each.
Item No. 3
1. Description: Royal Remington 870 Express Breaching Shotgun:
2. Quantity: Two (2).
3.Capabilities: This device 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 device into the correct position and vents gases to prevent
overpressure. This device can also defeat windows and sliding glass doors.
This device uses a less lethal 2.4-inch shotgun round firing a ballistic fiber
bag filled with 40 grams of lead shot, at a velocity of 270-290 feet per
second (FPS).
4. Purchase Cost: $658 each.
708.4.8 PEPPERBALL LAUNCHER
A device that discharges irritant projectiles.
(a)Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost:
Item No. 1
1.Description: PepperBall VKS Carbine.
2. Quantity: Five (5).
3.Capabilities: The Variable Kinetic System (VKS) is a compressed-air
powered launcher designed to fire non-lethal PepperBall projectiles. The
PepperBall VKS Carbine features a dual feed system that offers the ability
to quickly switch between Hopper mode and Magazine mode for optimum
versatility.
4. Purchase Cost: $600 each.
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Item No. 2
1.Description: PepperBall Live-X Projectile.
2.Quantity: 500.
3.Capabilities: The Live Projectile contains a concentrated amount of PAVA
pepper powder. One round of LIVE-X contains the equivalent to 10
standard PepperBall rounds. Discharged from a PepperBall Launcher, the
projectile has a velocity of 280-350 FPS. The projectile has a direct impact
of 60 feet and an area of saturation of 150+ feet. The projectile contains 5%
PAVA powder.
4.Purchase Cost: $3 per projectile.
(b)Purpose: To deescalate a situation and lower the potential for the use of lethal force.
Situations for use of the less lethal weapon systems may include, but are not limited
to, dangerous and/or combative individuals, riot/crowd control and civil unrest
incidents, circumstances where a tactical advantage can be obtained, and potentially
vicious animals.
(c)Authorized Use: Only those officers who have been trained in the use of PepperBall
launchers are authorized to use them.
(d)Expected Lifespan: Launcher and munitions: Five (5) years.
(e)Fiscal Impact: Annual maintenance is approximately $50 for each PepperBall
launcher.
(f)Training: Sworn members utilizing PepperBall launchers and projectiles are trained
in their use by P.O.S.T. certified less lethal and chemical agent instructors.
(g)Legal and Procedural Rules: Officers will deploy the PepperBall launcher in
compliance with Department Manual Section 300, and to State and Federal law,
including those regarding the use of force.
708.4.9 MOBILE COMMAND POST VEHICLE (M.C.P.)
The Mobile Command Post (M.C.P.) vehicle is a mobile office that provides shelter, access
to Department computer systems, communications, food, and restroom facilities on extended
events.
(a)Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost:
Item No. 1
1.Description: Freightliner Chassis (custom built) vehicle.
2.Quantity: One (1).
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3.Capabilities: The M.C.P. can also be utilized for S.W.A.T./C.N.T. and other
critical incidents, preplanned large events, searching for missing persons,
natural disasters, and community events.
4.Purchase Cost: $280,000.
(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: The M.C.P. shall be used by officers trained in their deployment
and in a manner consistent with Department policy and training. Furthermore, only
personnel who have completed the Department’s driving and operations training
will be allowed to drive the M.C.P. (Per S.O.P.).
(d)Expected Lifespan: The M.C.P., 20-year lifespan on chassis and vehicle structure.
Upgrades as needed to ensure updated and properly maintained I.T. systems.
(e)Fiscal Impact: Annual maintenance is approximately $11,000.
(f)Training: 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. Driver/operators will also receive training in the proper set-
up and break down of the M.C.P. when deployed for events and operations.
(g)Legal and Procedural Rules: It is the policy of the Department to use the M.C.P.
only for official law enforcement purposes, and in the accordance with California
State law, City & Department Policies, and Standard Operating Procedures
(“S.O.P.”) related to the operation of emergency motor vehicles.
708.4.10 ARMORED RESCUE VEHICLE (A.R.V.)
The 2022 BearCat Armored Rescue Vehicle is an emergency vehicle that provides armored
protection for heightened emergency responses.
(a) Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost:
Item No. 1
1.Description: Ford 550, 4WD, diesel engine, single rear wheel configuration.
The vehicle is painted green with police logos. The A.R.V. provides ballistic
protection for its occupants. The A.R.V. is equipped with emergency
lights/siren and a public address system.
2.Quantity: One (1).
3.Capabilities: The A.R.V. can also be utilized for S.W.A.T./C.N.T. and other
critical incidents, preplanned large events, natural disasters, and community
events.
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4. Purchase Cost: $386,400.05.
(b)Purpose: The A.R.V.’s primary use is to provide ballistic protection for citizens and
officers during critical incidents. The A.R.V. can transport officers to and from
critical incidents, assist with citizen and officer rescues, and assist with the
evacuation and protection of civilians in harm’s way during a critical incident.
(c)Authorized Use: The A.R.V. shall be used by officers trained in their deployment
and in a manner consistent with Department policy and training. Furthermore, only
personnel who have completed the Department’s driving and operations training
will be allowed to drive the A.R.V.
(d)Expected Lifespan: The ARV has a 20-25 year lifespan.
(e)Fiscal Impact: Annual maintenance is approximately $1,000.
(f)Training: The A.R.V. may be used by personnel who have been properly trained in
the safe handling and care of the vehicle.
(g)Legal and Procedural Rules: It is the policy of the Department to use the A.R.V.
only for official law enforcement purposes, and in the accordance with California
State law, City & Department Policies, and Standard Operating Procedures
(“S.O.P.”) related to the operation of emergency motor vehicles.
708.4.11 KINETIC BREACHING TOOL
Kinetic Breaching Tools are powder actuated breaching tools that are used to create an
entry or exit point during heightened emergency responses.
(a) Description, quantity, capabilities, and purchase cost:
Item No. 1
1.Description: The Kinetic Breaching Tool is a specialized tool used to gain
entry into structure.
2.Quantity: Three (3)
3.Capabilities: The Kinetic Breaching Tool utilizes a proprietary blank
cartridge to deliver up to 850 ft./lbs. of kinetic energy through a steel ram,
at the point of entry.
4.Purchase Cost: $9,650 each.
(b)Purpose: To quickly and safely gain entry into a structure.
(c)Authorized Use: Kinetic Breaching Tool may only occur after notification to a
supervisor, to breach entry into a structure.
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(d)Fiscal Impact: Annual maintenance is approximately $500.
(e)Training: Only officers trained in the use of the Kinetic Breaching Tool are
authorized to use it.
(f)Legal and Procedural Rules: Only fully trained officers are authorized to use the
Kinetic Breaching Tool and only with authorization of a supervisor.
708.5 APPROVAL
The Chief of Police or the authorized designee shall obtain approval from City Council by
way of an ordinance adopting this Policy. As part of the approval process, the Chief of Police
or the authorized designee shall ensure the Policy is submitted to City Council and is
available on the Department website at least thirty (30) days prior to any public hearing
concerning the Policy. The Policy must be approved by City Council prior to engaging in
any of the following:
(a)Requesting military equipment made available pursuant to USC section2576(a).
(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 Department’s jurisdiction.
(e)Using any new or existing military equipment for a purpose, in a manner, or by a
person not previously approved by this Policy.
(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.
708.6 COMPLIANCE
(a)Department members are bound to adhere to this Policy, in addition to state and
local laws and ordinances when employing the use of military equipment at any
time. Violations of the law or this Policy may result in criminal or administrative
investigations and, or actions.
(b)Members of the public may register complaints or submit questions or concerns
about the use of each type of military equipment in this Policy by any of the
following means:
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1.Via email:ArcadiaPolice@ArcadiaCa.gov
2.Via telephone:(626) 574-5156
3. Via mail:Arcadia Police Department
Attn: Military Equipment Use Coordinator
250 W. Huntington Drive
Arcadia, CA 91007
The Department is committed to responding to complaints, concerns, and questions
received through any of the above methods in a timely manner.
708.7 COORDINATION WITH OTHER JURISDICTIONS
Military equipment used by any member of this jurisdiction shall be approved for use and in
accordance with this Department policy. Military equipment used by other jurisdictions that
are providing mutual aid to this jurisdiction, or otherwise engaged in law enforcement
operations in this jurisdiction, shall comply with their respective military equipment use
policies in rendering mutual aid.
708.8 ANNUAL REPORT
Upon approval of this Policy, the Chief of Police or the authorized designee should submit a
military equipment report to City Council 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.
The Chief of Police or the authorized designee should also make each annual military
equipment report publicly available on the Department’s website for as long as the military
equipment is available for use. The report shall include all information required by
Government Code section 7072 for the preceding calendar year for each type of military
equipment in Department inventory. “Type” of military equipment is defined to mean each
item that shares the same manufacturer model number.
708.9 COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Within thirty (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.