SR 09-27-2022 10B
City Council
Report
City Council Meeting: September 27, 2022
Agenda Item: 10.B
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To: Mayor and City Council
From: Douglas Sloan, City Attorney, City Attorney's Office, Administration
Subject: Second Reading and Adoption of an Ordinance Approving the Military
Equipment Use Policy
Recommended Action
Staff recommends that City Council adopt the attached Ordinance.
Executive Summary
At its meeting on April 26, 2022, the City Council introduced for first reading an
ordinance approving the Santa Monica Police Department’s Military Equipment
Use Policy pursuant to Assembly Bill (AB) 481. City Council directed staff to bring
the policy to the Public Safety Reform and Oversight Commission (“PSROC”) for
its review prior to it returning to City Council for second reading. On July 14, 2022,
the PSROC reviewed the policy, did not propose any changes, and made the
recommendation that the City Council move forward with the ordinance and the
corresponding proposed Military Equipment Use Policy as written. The PSROC
recommendation is attached hereto as Attachment C. The ordinance is now
presented to City Council for adoption.
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Prepared By: Bradley Michaud, Legal Operations Coordinator
Approved
Forwarded to Council
Attachments:
A. A-PD-ord-2d-Equipment Use
B. B-SMPD Policy 707 Military Equipment
C. C-Commission Report AB481
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City Council Meeting September 27, 2022 Santa Monica, California
ORDINANCE NUMBER ____ (CCS)
(City Council Series)
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA
APPROVING A MILITARY EQUIPMENT USE POLICY IN COMPLIANCE
WITH ASSEMBLY BILL 481
WHEREAS, on September 30, 2021, Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law
Assembly Bill (AB) 481, codified in California Government Code sections 7070 et
seq., relating to the use of military equipment by California law enforcement
agencies; and
WHEREAS, AB 481 seeks to provide transparency, oversight, and an opportunity
for meaningful public input on decisions regarding whether and how military equipment
is funded, acquired, or used; and
WHEREAS, AB 481 requires that a law enforcement agency possessing and
using such qualifying equipment prepare a publicly released, written, military equipment
use policy document covering the inventory, description, purpose, use, acquisition,
maintenance, fiscal impacts, procedures, training, oversight, and complaint process,
applicable to the law enforcement agency’s use of such equipment; and
WHEREAS, AB 481 requires that the military equipment use policy be approved
by the governing body by ordinance and reviewed annually; and
WHEREAS, AB 481 provides that in order for a law enforcement agency to
continue to use any military equipment acquired prior to January 1 2021, the governing
body must commence the approval process of a military equipment use policy prior to
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May 1, 2022 and approve such a policy within 180 days of its submission to the
governing body; and
WHEREAS, the Santa Monica Police Department is in possession of certain
items of equipment that qualify as “military equipment” as defined by AB 481; and
WHEREAS, Government Code Section 7071(b) requires that the Santa Monica
Police Department post to its website the Military Equipment Use Policy that it plans to
propose to the City Council, at least 30 days prior to any public hearing concerning the
policy; and
WHEREAS, on March 25, 2022, the Santa Monica Police Department posted its
draft Military Equipment Use Policy to its public website, thereby complying with the 30-
day posting requirement prior to a public hearing before City Council on April 26, 2022;
and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Santa Monica, having received the
information required under AB 481 regarding the Santa Monica Police Department’s use
of military equipment as defined by that law, deems it to be in the best interest of the
City to approve the Military Equipment Policy as set forth herein.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA
DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. DEFINITIONS. As used in this Ordinance, the following terms have
the following meanings.
(A) “Governing body” means the means the elected body that oversees the
Police Department, which, here, is City Council of the City of Santa
Monica.
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(B) “Military equipment” has the same meaning as that term is defined by
Government Code section 7070(c) and includes all of the following:
(1) Unmanned, remotely piloted, powered aerial or ground vehicles.
(2) Mine-resistant ambush-protected (MRAP) vehicles or armored
personnel carriers. However, police versions of standard consumer
vehicles are specifically excluded from this subdivision.
(3) High mobility multipurpose wheeled vehicles (HMMWV), commonly
referred to as Humvees, two and one-half-ton trucks, five-ton
trucks, or wheeled vehicles that have a breaching or entry
apparatus attached. However, unarmored all-terrain vehicles
(ATVs) and motorized dirt bikes are specifically excluded from this
subdivision.
(4) Tracked armored vehicles that provide ballistic protection to their
occupants and utilize a tracked system instead of wheels for
forward motion.
(5) Command and control vehicles that are either built or modified to
facilitate the operational control and direction of public safety units.
(6) Weaponized aircraft, vessels, or vehicles of any kind.
(7) Battering rams, slugs, and breaching apparatuses that are
explosive in nature. 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 subdivision.
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(8) Firearms of .50 caliber or greater. However, standard issue
shotguns are specifically excluded from this subdivision.
(9) Ammunition of .50 caliber or greater. However, standard issue
shotgun ammunition is specifically excluded from this subdivision.
(10) Specialized firearms and ammunition of less than .50 caliber,
including assault weapons as defined in Sections 30510 and 30515
of the Penal Code, with the exception of standard issue service
weapons and ammunition of less than .50 caliber that are issued to
officers, agents, or employees of a law enforcement agency or a
state agency.
(11) Any firearm or firearm accessory that is designed to launch
explosive projectiles.
(12) “Flashbang” grenades and explosive breaching tools, “tear gas,”
and “pepper balls,” excluding standard, service-issued handheld
pepper spray.
(13) Taser Shockwave, microwave weapons, water cannons, and the
Long Range Acoustic Device (LRAD).
(14) The following projectile launch platforms and their associated
munitions: 40mm projectile launchers, “bean bag,” rubber bullet,
and specialty impact munition (SIM) weapons.
(15) Any other equipment as determined by a governing body or a state
agency to require additional oversight.
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(16) Notwithstanding paragraphs (1) through (15), “military equipment”
does not include general equipment not designated as prohibited or
controlled by the federal Defense Logistics Agency.
(C) “Military equipment use policy” means a publicly released, written
document governing the use of military equipment by a law enforcement
agency or a state agency that addresses, at a minimum, all of 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 law enforcement
agency or the state agency 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 officer, agent, or employee of the law enforcement
agency or the state agency is allowed to use each specific type of
military equipment to ensure the full protection of the public’s
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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 the policy.
(7) For a law enforcement agency, 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 law enforcement agency will ensure that each
complaint, concern, or question receives a response in a timely
manner.
(D) “Police Department” means any division, section, bureau, employee,
volunteer or contractor of the Santa Monica Police Department.
(E) “Policy 707” means the Police Department’s Policy 707 Military
Equipment, attached hereto as Exhibit 1.
(F) “Type” means each item that shares the same manufacturer model
number.
SECTION 2. DETERMINATIONS; FINDINGS
(A) Policy 707 satisfies the requirements of a military equipment use policy, as
defined in Section 1(C) above and Government Code section 7070(d).
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(B) Having considered Policy 707 and the information provided to the City
Council at the public hearing, the City Council makes the following
determinations required by Government Code 7071(d)(1):
(1) The military equipment inventoried and presented to City Council
through Policy 707 is necessary because there is no reasonable
alternative that can achieve the same objective of officer and civilian
safety.
(2) Policy 707 will safeguard the public’s welfare, safety, civil rights,
and civil liberties.
(3) The military equipment is reasonably cost effective compared to
available alternatives that can achieve the same objective of officer
and civilian safety.
(4) Prior military equipment use complied with the military equipment
use policy that was in effect at the time, or if prior uses did not
comply with the accompanying military equipment use policy,
corrective action has been taken to remedy nonconforming uses
and ensure future compliance.
SECTION 3. APPROVAL; REVIEW
(A) The City Council approves Policy 707.
(B) Policy 707 shall remain publicly available on the Police Department’s
website for as long as the military equipment is available for use.
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(C) The City Council shall review this Ordinance, and vote on whether to
renew it, on an annual basis at a regular meeting, in accordance with
Government Code section 7071.
SECTION 4. ANNUAL REPORTS ON THE USE OF MILITARY EQUIPMENT
(A) The Police Department shall submit a military equipment report to the City
Council on an annual basis, containing the information required by and in
accordance with Government Code Section 7072.
(B) The Police Department shall make each annual military equipment report
required by this section available to the Public Safety Reform and
Oversight Commission and publicly available on its internet website for as
long as the military equipment is available for use.
(C) Within 30 days of submitting and publicly releasing an annual military
equipment report pursuant to this section, the Police Department shall
hold at least one well-publicized and conveniently located community
engagement meeting, at which the general public may discuss and ask
questions regarding the annual military equipment report and the Police
Department’s funding, acquisition, or use of military equipment.
(D) The City Council shall determine, based on the annual military equipment
report submitted pursuant to this section, whether each type of military
equipment identified in that report has complied with the standards for
approval set forth in Section 2(B) above and Government Code section
7071(d). If the City Council determines that a type of military equipment
identified in the annual military equipment report has not complied with the
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standards for approval set forth in Section 2(B) above and Government
Code section 7071(d), the City Council shall either disapprove a renewal
of the authorization for that type of military equipment or require
modifications to Policy 707 in a manner that will resolve the lack of
compliance.
SECTION 5. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase of this
Ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a decision of any court
of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining
portions of this Ordinance. The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed
this Ordinance and each and every section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase not
declared invalid or unconstitutional without regard to whether any portion of the Ordinance
would be subsequently declared invalid or unconstitutional.
SECTION 6. The Mayor shall sign and the City Clerk shall attest to the passage of
this Ordinance. The City Clerk shall cause the same to be published once in the official
newspaper within 15 days after its adoption. This Ordinance shall become effective 30
days from its adoption.
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
_________________________
Douglas Sloan, City Attorney
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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,” as that term is defined in Government Code section 7070.
This policy is provided to fulfill the obligations in Assembly Bill No. 481 (2021). (Government
Code § 7070; Government Code § 7071; Government Code § 7072). These obligations include
but are not limited to seeking approval on specific items deemed to be military equipment and
requirements related to compliance, annual reporting, cataloging, and complaints regarding such
items.
707.1.1 DEFINITIONS
Definitions related to this policy include (Government Code § 7070):
Governing body – The 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-tontrucks, 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.
• TASER® Shockwave, microwave weapons, water cannons, and long-range acoustic
Policy 707
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devices (LRADs).
• Kinetic energy weapons and munitions.
• Any other equipment as determined by a governing body or a state agency to require additional oversight.
707.2 POLICY
It is the policy of the Santa Monica Police Department that members of this Department comply
with the provisions of Government Code § 7071 with respect to 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:
(a) Acting as liaison to the governing body for matters related to the requirements of this policy.
(b) Identifying Department equipment that qualifies as military equipment in the current possession of the Department, or the equipment the Department intends to acquire
that requires approval by the governing body.
(c) Conducting an inventory of all military equipment at least annually.
(d) Collaborating with any allied agency that may use military equipment within the
jurisdiction of Santa Monica 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) Responding to inquiries from members of the public on the status of any complaint, question, or concern submitted pursuant to Section 707.10 of this Policy and
establishing procedures to ensure that the Department responds to such complaints,
questions, or concerns in a timely manner.
707.4 MILITARY EQUIPMENT INVENTORY Attachment A contains the list of qualifying military equipment for the Department as well as each equipment’s description, purpose and authorized use, fiscal impact, and any required training prior
to its use.
707.4.1 MILITARY EQUIPMENT INVENTORY REPLENISHMENT
When stocks of military equipment have reached low levels, been exhausted, or deemed
unrepairable, the Department may replenish these items to maintain essential availability for the
Department’s needs and public safety. Replenishing of military equipment shall not exceed the
prior amount approved by the governing body. If replenishment of military equipment occurs, the
Department shall document any items replenished in the annual military equipment report. The
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Department shall go through the approval process for obtaining military equipment and obtain
authorization from the governing body if it wishes to exceed the prior amount of military equipment
approved by the governing body.
707.5 APPROVAL
The Chief of Police or the authorized designee shall obtain approval from the governing body by
way of an ordinance adopting this military equipment policy. As part of the approval process, the
Chief of Police or the authorized designee shall ensure the proposed military equipment policy is
submitted to the governing body and is available on the Department website at least 30 days prior
to any public hearing concerning the military equipment at issue (Government Code § 7071). The
military equipment policy must be approved by the governing body prior to engaging in any of the
following (Government Code § 7071):
(a) Requesting military equipment made available pursuant to 10 USC § 2576a.
(b) Seeking funds for military equipment, including but not limited to applying for a grant,
soliciting or accepting private, local, state, or federal funds, in-kind donations, or other
donations or transfers.
(c) Acquiring military equipment either permanently or temporarily, including by borrowing
or leasing.
(d) Collaborating with another law enforcement agency in the deployment or other use of
military equipment within the jurisdiction of this Department.
(e) Using any new or existing military equipment for a purpose, in a manner, or by a person not previously approved by the governing body.
(f) Soliciting or responding to a proposal for, or entering into an agreement with, any other person or entity to seek funds for, apply to receive, acquire, use, or collaborate in the
use of military equipment.
(g) Acquiring military equipment through any means not provided above.
707.6 COORDINATION WITH OTHER JURISDICTIONS
Mutual aid and training with other law enforcement agencies is often necessary to ensure public
safety. The Santa Monica Police Department may collaborate with another law enforcement
agency in the deployment, use, or training of military equipment listed in this policy. All borrowed
military equipment from other law enforcement agencies shall be used in accordance with
departmental policy, applicable laws, and only by individuals with proper training. Unless an
exigent circumstance exists, as described below, military equipment should not be used by
members of the Santa Monica Police Department if that equipment has not been approved for
use in accordance with this policy.
707.7 USE IN EXIGENT CIRCUMSTANCES
In exigent circumstances and with the approval of the Chief of Police or their designee, the
Department may acquire, borrow and/or use military equipment that is not included in this policy. If the Department acquires, borrows, and/or uses military equipment in exigent circumstances, in accordance with this section, it must take all of the following actions:
(a) Provide written notice of that acquisition or use to the governing body within 30 days
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following the commencement of such exigent circumstance, unless such information is
confidential or privileged under local, state or federal law.
(b) If it is anticipated that the use will continue beyond the exigent circumstance, submit a
proposed amended policy to the governing body within 90 days following the borrowing,
acquisition and/or use, and receive approval, as applicable, from the governing body.
(c) Include the military equipment in the Department’s next annual military equipment report.
707.8 ANNUAL REPORT
Upon approval of a military equipment policy, the Chief of Police or the authorized designee shall
submit a military equipment report to the governing body for each type of military equipment
approved within one year of approval, and annually thereafter for as long as the military equipment
is available for use (Government Code § 7072).
The Chief of Police or the authorized designee should also make each annual military equipment
report available to the Public Safety Reform and Oversight Commission and 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.
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.
707.10 PUBLIC COMPLAINTS, CONCERNS, AND QUESTIONS The application and use of military equipment may cause questions or concerns for members of the public. It is vitally important that these questions regarding the application and use of military equipment are addressed.
The Santa Monica Police Department is committed to full and fair investigation of complaints. As
such, the Department has sound internal procedures for thorough and impartial investigations of complaints made by a member of the public. Resolving complaints in a fair, impartial, and expeditious manner will ensure the consistent high level of integrity and efficiency maintained by
the Department. All instances of noncompliance will be reported to the governing body via the annual military equipment report.
Any member of the public can submit a question, concern, or complaint regarding military use equipment to any member of the Department and in any form (e.g. in person, telephone, email, etc.). If a complaint is received, it shall be routed to the Internal Affairs Unit.
Santa Monica Police Department
Internal Affairs Unit
333 Olympic Drive Santa Monica, CA. 90401 (310) 458-8495
https://www.santamonica.gov/departments/police
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ATTACHMENT A:
SANTA MONICA POLICE DEPARTMENT MILITARY EQUIPMENT INVENTORY LIST1
Unmanned, remotely piloted, powered aerial or ground vehicles:
1. DJI Matrice 300 RTK a. Quantity 2 b. Capabilities Fly, hover, broadcast video, record video, photography, FLIR c. Expected Lifespan Approximately 4 years d. Manufacturer Description “The Matrice 300 RTK is DJI’s latest commercial drone platform that takes inspiration from modern aviation systems. Offering up to 55 minutes of flight time,
advanced AI capabilities, 6 Directional Sensing & Positioning and more, the M300 RTK sets a whole new standard by combining intelligence with high- performance and unrivaled reliability.” (https://www.dji.com/matrice-300) e. Purpose Provide aerial support for law enforcement operations f. Authorized Use Only assigned operators who have completed the required training shall be permitted to operate the Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). g. Fiscal Impact:
a. Initial Cost $14,599 each
b. Annual Maintenance Cost Approximately $1,500 each h. Training
All Department UAS operators are licensed by the Federal Aviation
Administration for UAS operation. In addition, each operator must qualify at quarterly training. i. Legal and Procedural Rules Use is established under FAA Regulation 14 CFR Part 107, Certificate of Waiver or Authorization (COA), and the Santa Monica Police Department UAS policy. It
1 The manufacturer descriptions in this Attachment include citations to publicly accessible
website sources. The website source citations utilized herein are for military equipment descriptive purposes only and are not an endorsement by the City of Santa Monica or the Santa Monica Police Department of a particular product or vendor.
In addition, the inventory of certain items of consumable military equipment (e.g. ammunition, diversionary devices, chemical agents, etc.) can fluctuate throughout the year. This can be
due to operational usage, training usage, operational wear, or manufacturer recommended replacement guidelines. While the Department strives to provide accuracy in its inventory reporting as prescribed by law, this Attachment reflects approximations of certain consumable
items of military equipment at the time of the policy’s publication.
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is the policy of the SMPD to utilize UAS only for official law enforcement purposes, and in a manner that respects the reasonable expectation of privacy,
pursuant to state and federal law.
2. DJI Matrice 210 a. Quantity 1 b. Capabilities Fly, hover, broadcast video, record video, photography, FLIR c. Expected Lifespan Approximately 4 years (Device no longer in production) d. Manufacturer Description
“M200 Series includes a robust FlightAutonomy system with a total of 7 sensors. Its Forward Vision System is capable of detecting obstacles up to 30 meters ahead,
while the upward facing infrared sensors can sense obstacles within a 5-meter
range. A downward facing vision positioning system enables precision hovering and landing. The main difference between the M200 Series and the rest of the Matrice line of
drones is its closed-shell body, which brings added portability, ease-of-use and
ruggedness. Additionally, the M210 models can easily accommodate multiple
payload configurations, something not previously seen on any drone.” (https://www.dji.com/matrice-200-series/info#faq) e. Purpose Provide aerial support for law enforcement operations f. Authorized Use
Only assigned operators who have completed the required training shall be
permitted to operate the UAS. g. Fiscal Impact:
a. Initial Cost $15,000
b. Annual Maintenance Cost $400 h. Training All Department UAS operators are licensed by the Federal Aviation Administration for UAS operation. In addition, each operator must qualify at
quarterly training. i. Legal and Procedural Rules Use is established under FAA Regulation 14 CFR Part 107, Certificate of Waiver
or Authorization (COA), and the Santa Monica Police Department UAS policy. It is the policy of the SMPD to utilize UAS only for official law enforcement purposes, and in a manner that respects the reasonable expectation of privacy,
pursuant to state and federal law. 3. DJI Phantom 4 Pro a. Quantity
1 b. Capabilities Fly, hover, broadcast video, record video, photography, FLIR c. Expected Lifespan Approximately 4 years
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d. Manufacturer Description “The Phantom 4 Pro redefines the iconic Phantom series, bringing imaging and
intelligence to new heights. Its uprated camera shoots 4K/60fps at a bitrate of 100Mbps and stills up to 20-megapixels, creating dramatically better images. The FlightAutonomy system adds dual rear vision sensors and two Time of Flight
range imaging cameras for a total of 5 directions of obstacle sensing with a range of up to 30m in all directions. The upgraded Lightbridge HD video transmission system offers an extended maximum transmission range of 4.3mi (7km) and also
enables you to switch between 2.4GHz and 5.8GHz. It can also be used with an optional integrated monitor for even more reliable transmission. Operators are also further empowered with a new suite of ActiveTrack and TapFly functions.
The aircraft’s Intelligent Flight Battery also have increased capacity by 520mAh to enable an extended flight time of 30 minutes.” (https://www.dji.com/phantom-4- pro/info) e. Purpose Provide aerial support for law enforcement operations f. Authorized Use
Only assigned operators who have completed the required training shall be permitted to operate the UAS. g. Fiscal Impact:
a. Initial Cost $2,000
b. Annual Maintenance Cost
Approximately $500 h. Training All Department UAS operators are licensed by the Federal Aviation
Administration for UAS operation. In addition, each operator must qualify at quarterly training. i. Legal and Procedural Rules
Use is established under FAA Regulation 14 CFR Part 107, Certificate of Waiver or Authorization (COA), and the Santa Monica Police Department UAS policy. It is the policy of the SMPD to utilize UAS only for official law enforcement purposes, and in a manner that respects the reasonable expectation of privacy, pursuant to state and federal law. 4. DJI Mavic 2 Enterprise a. Quantity 1 b. Capabilities
Fly, hover, broadcast video, record video, photography, FLIR c. Expected Lifespan Approximately 4 years
d. 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.” (https://www.dji.com/mavic-2- enterprise?site=brandsite&from=nav) e. Purpose Provide aerial support for law enforcement operations f. Authorized Use
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Only assigned operators who have completed the required training shall be permitted to operate the UAS.
g. Fiscal Impact:
a. Initial Cost $2,995
b. Annual Maintenance Cost Approximately $500 h. Training
All Department UAS operators are licensed by the Federal Aviation
Administration for UAS operation. In addition, each operator must qualify at quarterly training. i. Legal and Procedural Rules Use is established under FAA Regulation 14 CFR Part 107, Certificate of Waiver or Authorization (COA), and the Santa Monica Police Department UAS policy. It is the policy of the SMPD to utilize UAS only for official law enforcement purposes, and in a manner that respects the reasonable expectation of privacy, pursuant to state and federal law.
5. Transcend Vantage Robot a. Quantity 1 b. Capabilities
The robot design allows for two-way communication, remote viewing, and
remotely deploy gas or smoke in a target area to promote de-escalation or a tactical advantage for approaching operators. It also has a payload/tow capability which can drag a skid-type stretcher for a citizen/officer rescue or transport up to
a 100-pound payload. The robot’s design allows it to ascend and descend stairs, climb walls to look over obstacles, or hang over ledges to look over those obstacles. c. Expected Lifespan 5 years. Dependent on operational usage and wear. d. Manufacturer Description “Transcend’s Vantage robot is the world’s only double-patented automatic stair and obstacle climbing robot for First Responders. It’s the only option for First
Responders that want their robot to just figure it out on the first attempt to climb stairs, clothes and junk without the burden of tedious manual controls associated with flippers and other limb systems. This means the Vantage can be used
without prior training to enter a house or building to see, hear and learn what’s happening before sending officers inside.” (https://www.transcendrobotics.com) e. Purpose Provide support for law enforcement operations f. Authorized Use
The robot is to be used exclusively by the SWAT unit. g. Fiscal Impact: a. Initial Cost $12,421.31
b. Annual Maintenance Cost As needed dependent on use and wear. h. Training
Although there is no official training required, department personnel that operate the device regularly train with the SWAT Unit.
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i. Legal and Procedural Rules It is the policy of the SMPD to utilize the robot for official law enforcement
purposes, and in a manner that respects the reasonable expectation of privacy, pursuant to state and federal law. 6. Transcend Mini Vantage Robot2 a. Quantity
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b. Capabilities The robot design allows for two-way communication, remote viewing to promote de-escalation or a tactical advantage for approaching operators. The robot’s
design allows it to ascend and descend stairs and climb over obstacles. c. Expected Lifespan 5 years. Dependent on operational usage and wear. d. Manufacturer Description “Transcend’s Mini Vantage robot is the world’s only double-patented automatic obstacle climbing robot for First Responders.
It’s the only option for First Responders that want their robot to “just figure it out”
on the first attempt run over clothes and junk without the burden of tedious manual controls or worrying about getting stopped by a shoe.
This means the Mini Vantage can be used without prior training to enter a house or building to see and learn what’s happening before sending officers inside.
This robot is perfect for SWAT operators and patrol officers that need to see what’s around the next two walls before physically going there. The Mini Vantage robot comes fully loaded.” (https://www.transcendrobotics.com/transcendproduct/mini-vantage/) e. Purpose Provide support for law enforcement operations f. Authorized Use The robot is to be used exclusively by the SWAT unit. g. Fiscal Impact: a. Initial Cost No charge.
b. Annual Maintenance Cost As needed dependent on use and wear. h. Training
Although there is no official training required, department personnel that operate the device regularly train with the SWAT Unit. i. Legal and Procedural Rules
2 The Mini Vantage was given to the Santa Monica Police Department by Transcend in 2021. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, delays were caused in the
manufacturing/shipment of the device. The Santa Monica Police Department is still awaiting shipment of the device.
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It is the policy of the SMPD to utilize the robot for official law enforcement purposes, and in a manner that respects the reasonable expectation of privacy,
pursuant to state and federal law. 7. RoboteX Avatar Robot a. Quantity 2 b. Capabilities
The robot design allows for two-way audio and remote viewing in a target area to promote de-escalation or a tactical advantage for approaching operators. The robot’s design allows it to navigate various terrain including stairs, sand, clothing and grass. c. Expected Lifespan
5 years. Dependent on operational usage and wear. d. Manufacturer Description ® “The AVATAR enhances the capabilities of SWAT and tactical response teams by allowing them to quickly and safely inspect dangerous situations, there is no longer a need to send personnel in before you’ve had a chance to assess the ® situation. The AVATAR saves lives by keeping first responders out of harm’s way, and it does so at a fraction of the price of other robots. The ® AVATAR Robots are regarded by tactical teams as a standard operational tool, like a firearm, vehicle, or piece of body armor. Departments across the United ® ® States and internationally are using the AVATAR Robots. With the AVATAR ’s market beating affordability and ease-of-use, so can you.” (https://robotex.com/products/avatar-tactical-robot/)
e. Purpose
Provide support for law enforcement operations. f. Authorized Use The robot is to be used exclusively by the SWAT unit.
g. Fiscal Impact:
a. Initial Cost $32,400 – Paid for by Urban Areas Security Initiative (UASI) Grant
b. Annual Maintenance Cost As needed dependent on use and wear. h. Training
Although there is no official training required, department personnel that operate
the device train with the SWAT Unit on a bi-weekly basis. i. Legal and Procedural Rules
It is the policy of the SMPD to utilize the robot for official law enforcement purposes, and in a manner that respects the reasonable expectation of privacy, pursuant to state and federal law. Armored Personnel Carriers
1. 2017 Ford F550 - Lenco Bearcat a. Quantity 1 b. Capabilities
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The BearCat is a large mobile armored vehicle used to conduct rescues, transport personnel and equipment, and provide security to the public. c. Expected Lifespan 10 years. Dependent on operational usage and wear.
d. Manufacturer Description
“The Lenco BearCat G2 is the standard tactical armored vehicle for special operations units within the US Law Enforcement community. Since the early 2000s, agencies such as LAPD, LASD SEB, NYPD ESU, Boston PD and
hundreds of Federal, State and Local Law Enforcement agencies have made the BearCat G2 part of their standard operating procedure. The G2 has excellent on- road driving characteristics and maneuverability in tight urban settings. The large floor plan seats 10 – 12 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. ” (https://www.lencoarmor.com/model/bearcat-g2-police- government/)
e. Purpose Provides armored vehicle response to critical incidents and support for various law enforcement operations. f. 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.
g. Fiscal Impact:
a. Initial Cost $289,224
b. Annual Maintenance Cost Approximately $3,000 h. Training In-house department training on proper operation. i. Legal and Procedural Rules It is the policy of the SMPD to utilize the Lenco Bearcat for official law enforcement purposes.
Command and Control Vehicles
1. 2016 Freightliner M2 – Custom Design by LDV Custom Specialty Vehicles a. Quantity
1 b. Capabilities This vehicle can be utilized for a variety of law enforcement needs to include
managing a critical incident or special event, conducting DUI Checkpoints and community outreach events, a mobile sub-station for Officers to complete reports, and recently a backup dispatch center when power to the Public Safety
Facility had to be turned off for building maintenance. c. Expected Lifespan 10+ years. Dependent on operational usage and wear. d. Manufacturer Description “Santa Monica Police Department chose a Freightliner M2 conventional cab chassis with three slide out rooms as the platform for their mobile command unit.
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It features a 350HP engine and Allison 3000 EVS automatic transmission with PTO provision. The police department chose to incorporate three flat-floor slide-
out rooms to increase the interior space of their mobile command center. A large conference room is located in the front with seating for six or more with a
Smart overlay that can be easily cordoned off. The access door to the unit is in front of the galley which is home to an electronics racking and cafe style check station. The mobile command center's rear features four large communication
workstations. Solid surface countertops have been installed for added durability.
The exterior of the vehicle features a weatherproof exterior workstation with A heavy-duty non-locking telescoping pneumatic mast is located on the rear of the vehicle with camera system. HVAC is handled by three low-profile air conditioners and three wall-mount electric heaters. A heavy-duty fully automatic one-touch leveling system ensures the vehicle sits level while at a scene. To provide coverage to those working outside at the exterior workstation or accessing storage compartments, an electric lateral arm awning has been installed.” https://www.ldvusa.com/truck/santa-monica-police-department-mobile- command-unit/ e. Purpose To be used based in the specific circumstances of a given critical incident, large event, natural disaster, or community events. f. Authorized Use As directed by a supervisor or other command post operator.
g. Fiscal Impact:
a. Initial Cost $623,485 b. Annual Maintenance Cost Approximately $15,000 h. Training California Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) to operate which all candidates must apply for through the Department of Motor Vehicles prior to being scheduled for training. Upon completion of the application, written test, and required medical exam, candidates are assigned to complete a driver training
program with certified CDL Instructors at the Big Blue Bus facility. After completing their CDL instruction for a Class B CDL, Air Brakes, and Passenger endorsement, candidates are scheduled to complete their driving test with
certified DMV Examiners operating a Big Blue Bus. Upon successful completion on the Big Blue Bus, Licensees then complete a vehicle specific driver’s training and certification on the Mobile Command Post Vehicle as well as the deployment
and operation of the onboard equipment. Refresher training on operational equipment is completed with Operators at least once a year or as needed and Operators must complete periodic test drives or deployments to maintain their
active status on the Cadre. In addition to training and certification, Operators are mandated as CDL holders to submit to random drug screening tests which are generated by Human Resources on a quarterly basis. i. Legal and Procedural Rules It is the policy of the Santa Monica Police Department to use the Mobile Command Post (MCP) vehicle only for official law enforcement purposes, and in
accordance with California law regarding the operation of motor vehicles.
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Breaching apparatuses that are explosive in nature
1. Remington 870 Pump Action Shotgun with Royal Arms Breaching Barrel a. Quantity
4 b. Capabilities This weapon allows for breachers to safely utilize shotgun breaching rounds in order to defeat deadbolts, locks, and hinges. c. Expected Lifespan No manufacture listed lifespan. Dependent on operation usage and wear. d. Manufacturer Description “The Royal Arms Breaching Stand off Device is purposely made to solve the need of Law Enforcement and Military to Breach Door with the ultimate speed
and precision.The Breacher has large aggressive teeth in the muzzle end to bite into the door and grab hard.
The Breacher CNC machined by Royal Arms from Solid Bar Stock 4140 Chromoly Steel using state of the art manufacturing techniques. We then heat treat and give it a super durable Black Nitride finish. The result is a superior
product with enhanced technical capabilities. Which in turn offers Law Enforcement, Military, and discerning individuals the ultimate tactical advantage in the field for all operators and at a reasonable price. Make this you First or Last
Breacher you will ever own.” (https://royalarms.com/shop/royal-arms-breaching- barrel-door-breacher/) e. Purpose Used by the SWAT Unit to defeat locks, deadbolts, and hinges. f. Authorized Use
Breaching shotguns are to be used exclusively by trained members of the SWAT
Unit. g. Fiscal Impact: a. Initial Cost
$500 b. Annual Maintenance Cost Dependent on usage and wear. h. Training 40 hour Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) certified breaching class in order to properly use the specialized weapon/ammunition. i. Legal and Procedural Rules It is the policy of the SMPD to utilize the breaching ammunition for official law enforcement purposes and in compliance with California Penal Code 1531.
2. Royal Arms 12 gauge breaching rounds a. Quantity 100 b. Capabilities
Used to defeat locks, deadbolts, and hinges c. Expected Lifespan No manufacture listed lifespan. Dependent on operational usage. d. Manufacturer Description
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Ammunition is frangible and will break into a powder form upon impact with a solid object. It is designed to be fired point blank against solid objects.
https://royalarms.com/product-category/breachingammo/
e. Purpose Used by the SWAT Unit to defeat locks, deadbolts, and hinges. f. Authorized Use
Breaching ammunition are to be used exclusively by trained members of the SWAT Unit g. Fiscal Impact:
a. Initial Cost $50 for 5 rounds b. Annual Maintenance Cost As needed to replenish rounds used for incidents and training. h. Training 40 hour POST certified breaching class in order to properly use the specialized weapon/ammunition. i. Legal and Procedural Rules It is the policy of the SMPD to utilize the breaching ammunition for official law enforcement purposes and in compliance with California Penal Code 1531.
Flashbangs, Chemical Agents, Chemical Agent Delivery Devices, and Pepper Ball Launchers
1. Combined Tactical Systems (CTS) 7290 Flash-Bang a. Quantity 75 b. Capabilities
A non-bursting, non-fragmenting 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. c. Expected Lifespan 5-year shelf-life d. Manufacturer Description
“7290 -The CTS 7290 is the standard for diversionary flash-bang devices. The 7290 produces an 175db and 6-8 million candela of light output. The patented design of the 7290, incorporates a porting system that eliminates movement of the body at detonation even if the top or bottom of the device should be in contact with a hard surface. In addition, internal adjustments have greatly reduced smoke output. Flash Bangs are used by special tactical units during hostage rescue and high-risk warrants. It is an ATF-controlled Class-C explosive device that emits a bright light and thunderous noise to distract potentially
dangerous individuals.” https://www.combinedsystems.com/product/7290-flash- bang-steel-body-priced-individually-must-order-in-quantities-of-12/
e. 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 over-pressure 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.
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f. Authorized Use Flashbang devices are to be used only by the SWAT Unit.
g. Fiscal Impact:
a. Initial Cost $52 each
b. Annual Maintenance Cost
As needed to replenish rounds used for incidents and training. h. Training
80 hour POST approved SWAT school. i. Legal and Procedural Rules It is the policy of the Santa Monica Police Department to utilize flashbangs only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to department policy, state
and federal law.
2. Combined Tactical Systems (CTS) 7290M Mini-Bang3 a. Quantity 100 b. Capabilities A non-bursting, non-fragmenting 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. c. Expected Lifespan
5-year shelf-life d. Manufacturer Description “7290M – The CTS 7290M Mini Flash-Bang is the newest generation in the evolution of the Flash-Bang. Our Model 7290M Flash-Bang exhibits all of the same attributes of it’s larger counterpart but in a smaller and lighter package. Weighing in at just 15 ounces the new 7290M is approximately 30% lighter than the 7290 but still has the same 175db output of the 7290 and produces 6-8 million candela of light. The patented design of the 7290M, incorporates a porting system that eliminates movement of the body at detonation even if the
top or bottom of the device should be in contact with a hard surface. In addition, internal adjustments have greatly reduced smoke output.” https://www.combinedsystems.com/product/7290m-mini-bang-steel-body-priced-
individually-must-order-in-quantities-of-12/ e. 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 over-pressure 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. f. Authorized Use Flashbang devices are to be used only by the SWAT Unit. g. Fiscal Impact: a. Initial Cost $38 each
b. Annual Maintenance Cost
3 The CTS 7290M Mini-Bang devices were purchased by the Santa Monica Police Department in
December 2021. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, however, the shipment of the devices was delayed and are currently not in the Santa Monica Police Department’s possession.
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As needed to replenish rounds used for incidents and training. h. Training 80 hour POST approved SWAT school. i. Legal and Procedural Rules
It is the policy of the Santa Monica Police Department to utilize flashbangs only
for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to department policy, state and federal law. 3. Combined Tactical Systems (CTS) 9230 CS Sting-Ball Grenade a. Quantity
150 b. Capabilities Designed to emit loud noise, bright light, and rubber projectiles. c. Expected Lifespan 5-year shelf-life d. Manufacturer Description
“9230 – The 9230 CS Jet-Lite Rubber Ball Grenade is one of the smaller diameter burning grenades that discharges a high volume of chemical agents through multiple emission ports. Specifically for outdoor use and should not be
deployed from rooftops, in crawl spaces or indoors due to fire producing capability. Can be hand thrown or launched.” https://www.combinedsystems.com/product/9230-cs-jet-lite-rubber-ball-grenade-
pyro/ e. Purpose
Sting-Ball grenade can be used in high-risk tactical operations when confronting
potentially armed, knowingly armed, or violent suspects. They can also be used during high-risk warrants, hostage rescue incidents, and in limited instances during mobile field force incidents to provide an added degree of officer safety
when being confronted by violent and/or armed subjects. f. Authorized Use
Sting-Ball grenades are primarily used by the SWAT Unit and Mobile Field Force (MFF) but can also be used by department trained and qualified members at the direction of a supervisor. g. Fiscal Impact:
a. Initial Cost $51 each
b. Annual Maintenance Cost
As needed to replenish rounds used for incidents and training. h. Training
POST approved training on legal and practical application including but not
limited to crowd management, intervention, and control. i. Legal and Procedural Rules Sting-Ball grenades shall only be used for official law enforcement purposes
pursuant to department policy and state and federal law, including, but not limited to use of force and First Amendment assemblies. 4. Sage HTM66/3PCS CS and Smoke (hand-toss munitions) a. Quantity
48 b. Capabilities
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Designed for to safely resolve critical situations such as violent civil unrest and high-risk tactical operations. Can be hand-thrown. c. Expected Lifespan 5-year shelf-life
d. Manufacturer Description
“The SAGE 66MM Tri-Canister is a separating continuous discharge pyrotechnic munition available in white screening smoke or in CS irritant smoke. It consists of three separate canisters pressed together with internal separating charges. Upon
deployment the canisters separate and land roughly 25 feet apart allowing for a greater area of coverage. This munition can be hand thrown or launched from a fired delivery system. Average burn times range between 20-30 seconds.” http://www.sageinternationalltd.com/SCOI/HTM66-3P.html e. Purpose
To safely resolve critical situations such as violent civil unrest and high-risk tactical operations. f. Authorized Use
Sage CS and Smoke canisters are primarily used by the SWAT Unit and Mobile Field Force Unit (MFF), but can also be used by trained and qualified department members at the direction of a supervisor. g. Fiscal Impact:
a. Initial Cost $25-$50 each
b. Annual Maintenance Cost As needed to replenish rounds used for incidents and training. h. Training
POST approved training on legal and practical application including but not
limited to crowd management, intervention, and control. i. Legal and Procedural Rules
Sage CS and smoke shall only be used for official law enforcement purposes pursuant to department policy and state and federal law, including, but not limited to, use of force and First Amendment assemblies.
5. Defense Technology Chemical Agent (CS) canisters Han-Ball, Triple Chaser, Spede-Heat, Riot Control, Pocket Tactical, Instantaneous Blast, Tri-Chamber
a. Quantity 32 b. Capabilities
Designed for to safely resolve critical situations such as violent civil unrest and high-risk tactical operations. Can be hand-thrown. c. Expected Lifespan 5-year shelf-life d. Manufacturer Description The Han-Ball™ CS Grenade is an outdoor use grenade expelling its payload in approximately 15-20 seconds. The rubber ball round has an over all size of 4.8 in. tall, including the fuze head, and 3.1 in. diameter. This launchable grenade holds approximately 1.6 oz. of active agent which is expelled through three ports
around the equator of the ball. Due the intense heat generated by this grenade, it should not be used inside a building or near flammable material.https://www.defense-technology.com/product/han-ball-grenade-cs/
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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. https://www.defense-technology.com/product/triple-chaser-separating-canister-
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The Spede-Heat™ CS Grenade is a high volume, continuous burn it expels its payload in approximately 20-40 seconds. The payload is discharged through four gas ports on top of the canister, three on the side and one on the bottom. This launchable grenade is 6.12 in. by 2.62 in. and holds approximately 2.9 oz. of active agent. https://www.defense-technology.com/product/spede-heat- continuous-discharge-chemical-grenade-cs/
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. https://www.defense-technology.com/product/riot-control-continuous-discharge- grenade-cs/
The Pocket Tactical CS Grenade is small, and lightweight. The 0.9 oz. of active agent will burn approximately 20-40 seconds. At 4.75 in. by 1.4 inches in size, it
easily fits in most tactical pouches. This is a launchable grenade; however it is normally used as a signaling or covering device. Though this device is slightly over four inches in length, it produces a smoke cloud so fast it appears to be an
enveloping screen produced by a full size tactical grenade. https://www.defense- technology.com/product/pocket-tactical-grenade-cs/
The Instantaneous Blast CS Grenade is designed for indoor or outdoor use; this grenade’s powder is expelled upon initiation of a small internal detonator that has sufficient force to split the canister at six machined groves on the outside surface. this device is well suited for affecting numerous subjects grouped within a contained portion of a prison yard or area, using wind to the advantage. This 6.12 in. by 2.62 in. grenade will deliver approximately 1.5 oz. of active agent. https://www.defense-technology.com/product/instantaneous-blast-cs-grenade/
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
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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. https://www.defense-technology.com/product/flameless-tri-chamber-cs- grenade/ e. Purpose To safely resolve critical situations such as violent civil unrest and high-risk tactical operations. f. Authorized Use Defense Technology CS canisters are primarily used by the SWAT Unit and Mobile Field Force Unit (MFF), but can also be used by trained and qualified
department members at the direction of a supervisor. g. Fiscal Impact: a. Initial Cost $25-$50 each b. Annual Maintenance Cost As needed to replenish rounds used for incidents and training. h. Training POST approved training on legal and practical application including but not limited to crowd management, intervention, and control. i. Legal and Procedural Rules Defense Technology CS canisters shall only be used for official law enforcement purposes pursuant to department policy and state and federal law, including, but
not limited to, use of force and First Amendment assemblies. 6. PepperBall VKS, FTC, TAC-700 Launchers and PepperBall Projectiles a. Quantity 7 VKS
2 FTC 5 TAC-700 (No longer in production or serviceable) 2000 rounds of PepperBall projectiles b. Capabilities Pepper ball 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, pepper balls 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. c. Expected Lifespan PepperBall launcher - No manufacture listed lifespan. Dependent on operational usage and wear. PepperBall projectiles – Shelf life of 3 years. d. Manufacturer Description “PepperBall launchers are designed for minimum time between launches and
quick reload speed, so whether in a crowd control scenario, tactical or even Mobile Field Force situation, the PepperBall system offers flexibility, safety and security, all within one platform. Launchers range from a compact lightweight
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hand-held style that fits on a standard duty belt to a longer barreled shoulder- mounted launcher with greater range and projectile capacity. Each launcher is air
powered, with either carbon dioxide (CO2), nitrogen, or compressed air powering the launch of projectiles. PepperBall launchers are not classified as firearms.”
“The heart of the PepperBall system is the patented PepperBall projectile, a hard plastic frangible sphere that is designed to burst upon impact. The gold standard in the industry, PepperBall projectiles are more accurate, more consistent and
disperse a larger cloud than competitive offerings. Over a dozen types of projectiles are available with multiple payload options, PAVA concentrations and manufacturing processes.” https://pepperball.com/ e. Purpose De-escalation tool to safely resolve critical situations and not likely to inflict serious injury. f. Authorized Use PepperBall launchers and PepperBall projectiles are to only be used by department trained personnel at the direction of a supervisor g. Fiscal Impact: a. Initial Cost VKS - $1,300 each FTC - $600 each
TAC-700 - $250 each PepperBall projectiles - $360 for every 90 rounds
b. Annual Maintenance Cost
Based on usage and wear, and as needed to replenish rounds used for
incidents and training. h. Training
POST approved training on legal and practical application including but not limited to crowd management, intervention, and control. i. Legal and Procedural Rules
PepperBall launchers and projectiles shall only be used for official law enforcement purposes pursuant to department policy and state and federal law, including, but not limited to, use of force and First Amendment assemblies.
Projectile Launch Platforms and their associated munitions
1. AMTEC Single Tube 40mm NATO Launcher a. Quantity 4 b. Capabilities
40mm launchers can deliver 40mm munitions in the form of chemical agents, sponge baton rounds, or combined use sponge baton OC chemical agent rounds. c. Expected Lifespan Lifespan varies on operational usage and wear. d. Manufacturer Description Produced by Lewis Machine & Tool, the 37LMTS and 40LMTS are the lightest weight single shot tactical launchers produced. The launchers feature an expandable Gen2 Stock and an adjustable Integrated Front Grip (IFG) with light rail, for added mission adaptability, and an improvement on previous models. Both systems also feature an ambidextrous Lateral Sling Mount (LSM), allowing
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for a single or two point sling attachment. The Picatinny rail mounting systems accept a wide variety of enhanced optics/sighting systems. The 40LMTS will fire
standard less-lethal ammunition up to 4.8 inches in cartridge length, and most low and medium velocity 40mm ammunition. e. Purpose
Designed to safely resolve critical situations such as violent civil unrest and high- risk tactical operations. De-escalation tool not likely to inflict serious injury. f. Authorized Use
AMTECT 40mm launchers are primarily used by the SWAT Unit and Mobile Field Force Unit (MFF), but can also be used by trained and qualified department members at the direction of a supervisor. g. Fiscal Impact: i. Initial Cost
$900 each ii. Annual Maintenance Cost As needed based on operation usage and wear h. Training POST approved training on legal and practical application including but not limited to crowd management, intervention, and control. Continual annual
department training. i. Legal and Procedural Rules AMTEC 40mm launchers shall only be used for official law enforcement
purposes pursuant to department policy and state and federal law, including, but not limited to, use of force and First Amendment assemblies. 2. Sage Deuce 37mm and 40mm NATO Launcher a. Quantity
37 (30 – 37mm and 7 – 40mm) *It should be noted that 5 of the 40mm launchers are awaiting shipment to the Santa Monica Police Department. These 5 devices were purchased prior to
January 1, 2022. b. Capabilities 37mm/40mm launchers can deliver 37mm/40mm munitions in the form of
chemical agents, sponge baton rounds, or combined use sponge baton OC chemical agent rounds. c. Expected Lifespan Lifespan varies on operational usage and wear. d. Manufacturer Description
None - http://www.sageinternationalltd.com/SCOI/DeuceSTD40.html e. Purpose Designed to safely resolve critical situations such as violent civil unrest and high-
risk tactical operations. De-escalation tool not likely to inflict serious injury. f. Authorized Use Sage 37mm and 40mm can be used by trained and qualified department members at the direction of a supervisor. g. Fiscal Impact: i. Initial Cost $1,600 each ii. Annual Maintenance Cost As needed based on operation usage and wear h. Training
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POST approved training on legal and practical application including but not limited to crowd management, intervention, and control. i. Legal and Procedural Rules Sage 37mm/40mm launchers shall only be used for official law enforcement purposes pursuant to department policy and state and federal law, including, but
not limited to, use of force and First Amendment assemblies. 3. Sage KO1 Impact Baton a. Quantity 500 b. Capabilities 37mm/40mm munitions used in conjunction with 37mm/40mm launchers may be deployed to impact subjects demonstrating assaultive behavior or life-threatening
behavior. 37/40mm munitions used in conjunction with 37/40mm launchers may also be used to control an actively resistive subject reasonably believed to possess or have immediate access to a deadly weapon. c. Expected Lifespan 10+ year shelf life d. Manufacturer Description
“The KO1 is a direct fire modular impact baton round that is designed to be used in situations where kinetic energy is preferred for the incapacitation of hostile and/or non-compliant individuals. Available in either standard energy or less-
energy variations. The KO1 is reloadable and is available with smokeless or black powder blended propelling charges to provide law enforcement with affordable realistic training capabilities.”
http://www.sageinternationalltd.com/SCOI/ammunition.html e. Purpose
Designed to safely resolve critical situations such as violent civil unrest and high- risk tactical operations. De-escalation tool not likely to inflict serious injury. f. Authorized Use
Sage KO1 can be used by trained and qualified department members at the direction of a supervisor. g. Fiscal Impact: i. Initial Cost $25-$50 each ii. Annual Maintenance Cost As needed to replenish rounds used for incidents and training. j. Training
POST approved training on legal and practical application including but not limited to crowd management, intervention, and control. k. Legal and Procedural Rules
Sage KO1 shall only be used for official law enforcement purposes pursuant to department policy and state and federal law, including, but not limited to, use of force and First Amendment assemblies.
4. Sage KO2 CS Smoke a. Quantity 60 b. Capabilities 37mm/40mm munitions used in conjunction with 37mm/40mm launchers may be
deployed to impact subjects demonstrating assaultive behavior or life-threatening
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behavior. 37/40mm munitions used in conjunction with 37/40mm launchers may also be used to control an actively resistive subject reasonably believed to
possess or have immediate access to a deadly weapon c. Expected Lifespan 10+ year shelf life d. Manufacturer Description “The K02 is a pyrotechnic irritant smoke munition primarily used for crowd management situations. It is designed to be used to deny specific outdoor area
occupation and to relocate or move unruly crowds. In a single source configuration the KO2 is offered in short and long range variations. A mid-range variation is available only in the three-piece configuration. Also available in practice smoke. Average burn times range between 20-30 seconds.” http://www.sageinternationalltd.com/SCOI/ammunition.html e. Purpose Designed to safely resolve critical situations such as violent civil unrest and high- risk tactical operations. De-escalation tool not likely to inflict serious injury. f. Authorized Use Sage KO2 are primarily used by the SWAT Unit and Mobile Field Force Unit (MFF), but can also be used by trained and qualified department members at the direction of a supervisor. g. Fiscal Impact: i. Initial Cost $25-$50 each ii. Annual Maintenance Cost
As needed to replenish rounds used for incidents and training. h. Training POST approved training on legal and practical application including but not limited to crowd management, intervention, and control. i. Legal and Procedural Rules Sage KO2 shall only be used for official law enforcement purposes pursuant to department policy and state and federal law, including, but not limited to, use of force and First Amendment assemblies.
5. Sage K03 Crush Nose Baton a. Quantity 41 b. Capabilities 37mm/40mm munitions used in conjunction with 37mm/40mm launchers may be deployed to impact subjects demonstrating assaultive behavior or life-threatening behavior. 37/40mm munitions used in conjunction with 37/40mm launchers may also be used to control an actively resistive subject reasonably believed to possess or have immediate access to a deadly weapon c. Expected Lifespan 10+ year shelf life d. Manufacturer Description “The KO3 is a direct fire crush nose chemical impact baton round that is designed to be used in situations where a combination of kinetic energy and
chemical agents is preferred for the incapacitation of hostile and/or non- compliant individuals.
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Upon impact the KO3 projectile imparts blunt trauma and additionally releases a micro-pulverized CS or OC powder payload as the baton nose is crushed.”
http://www.sageinternationalltd.com/SCOI/ammunition.html e. Purpose Designed to safely resolve critical situations such as violent civil unrest and high-
risk tactical operations. De-escalation tool not likely to inflict serious injury. f. Authorized Use
Sage KO3 are primarily used by the SWAT Unit and Mobile Field Force Unit
(MFF), but can also be used by trained and qualified department members at the direction of a supervisor. g. Fiscal Impact: i. Initial Cost $25-$50 each ii. Annual Maintenance Cost As needed to replenish rounds used for incidents and training. h. Training
POST approved training on legal and practical application including but not limited to crowd management, intervention, and control. i. Legal and Procedural Rules
Sage KO3 shall only be used for official law enforcement purposes pursuant to department policy and state and federal law, including, but not limited to, use of force and First Amendment assemblies.
6. Sage K04 Screening Smoke a. Quantity 112 b. Capabilities
37mm/40mm munitions used in conjunction with 37mm/40mm launchers may be
deployed to impact subjects demonstrating assaultive behavior or life-threatening behavior. 37/40mm munitions used in conjunction with 37/40mm launchers may also be used to control an actively resistive subject reasonably believed to possess or have immediate access to a deadly weapon c. Expected Lifespan 10+ year shelf life d. Manufacturer Description “The KO4 is a pyrotechnic colored screening smoke munition primarily used for
crowd management situations. It is designed to be used for screening operations or for color signaling and marking.
Offered in a short, mid, and long range variations, the KO4 allows the operator the ability to accurately place screening smoke at varying distances. Additionally the KO4 is available in a variety of colors to provide better screening capabilities during operations. Average burn times range between 20-30 seconds.” http://www.sageinternationalltd.com/SCOI/ammunition.html e. Purpose Designed to safely resolve critical situations such as violent civil unrest and high- risk tactical operations. De-escalation tool not likely to inflict serious injury. f. Authorized Use Sage KO4 are primarily used by the SWAT Unit and Mobile Field Force Unit (MFF), but can also be used by trained and qualified department members at the
direction of a supervisor.
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g. Fiscal Impact: i. Initial Cost $25-$50 each ii. Annual Maintenance Cost
As needed to replenish rounds used for incidents and training. h. Training POST approved training on legal and practical application including but not limited to crowd management, intervention, and control. i. Legal and Procedural Rules Sage KO4 shall only be used for official law enforcement purposes pursuant to department policy and state and federal law, including, but not limited to use of
force and First Amendment assemblies.
7. Sage K06 Muzzle Blast a. Quantity 500 b. Capabilities 37mm/40mm munitions used in conjunction with 37mm/40mm launchers may be deployed to impact subjects demonstrating assaultive behavior or life-threatening behavior. 37/40mm munitions used in conjunction with 37/40mm launchers may also be used to control an actively resistive subject reasonably believed to possess or have immediate access to a deadly weapon c. Expected Lifespan 10+ year shelf life d. Manufacturer Description
“The KO6 is a non-pyrotechnic chemical muzzle blast munition primarily used for tactical crowd management or close quarter situations. It is designed to deny entry into sensitive areas or relocate and disperse unruly groups or hostile
intruders by delivering a cloud of chemical laden powder immediately upon firing.
The KO6 is offered in CS, OC, or practice powder variations. As a non- pyrotechnic munition the KO6 can be utilized both indoors and outdoors as a chemical compliance device.”
http://www.sageinternationalltd.com/SCOI/ammunition.html e. Purpose Designed to safely resolve critical situations such as violent civil unrest and high-
risk tactical operations. De-escalation tool not likely to inflict serious injury. f. Authorized Use Sage KO6 are primarily used by the SWAT Unit and Mobile Field Force Unit
(MFF), but can also be used by trained and qualified department members at the direction of a supervisor. g. Fiscal Impact: i. Initial Cost $25-$50 each ii. Annual Maintenance Cost As needed to replenish rounds used for incidents and training. l. Training
POST approved training on legal and practical application including but not limited to crowd management, intervention, and control. m. Legal and Procedural Rules
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Sage KO6 shall only be used for official law enforcement purposes pursuant to department policy and state and federal law, including, but not limited to, use of
force and First Amendment assemblies. 8. Sage K07 Multi-Area Impact a. Quantity 1,500 b. Capabilities
37mm/40mm munitions used in conjunction with 37mm/40mm launchers may be deployed to impact subjects demonstrating assaultive behavior or life-threatening behavior. 37/40mm munitions used in conjunction with 37/40mm launchers may also be used to control an actively resistive subject reasonably believed to possess or have immediate access to a deadly weapon c. Expected Lifespan 10+ year shelf life d. Manufacturer Description
“The KO7 is a multi-area impact munition that is designed to be used in situations where kinetic energy is preferred for the dispersal of hostile and/or non-compliant crowds. Available with either .60caliber or .32 caliber synthetic balls or multiple batons, the KO7 is designed to be used to dissuade intruders at medium distances from
entering sensitive areas or to relocate or disperse unruly groups by skip firing or deploying the munition in extremely low trajectories towards the general target area.” http://www.sageinternationalltd.com/SCOI/ammunition.html e. Purpose Designed to safely resolve critical situations such as violent civil unrest and high- risk tactical operations. De-escalation tool not likely to inflict serious injury. f. Authorized Use Sage KO7 are primarily used by the SWAT Unit and Mobile Field Force Unit (MFF), but can also be used by trained and qualified department members at the
direction of a supervisor. g. Fiscal Impact: i. Initial Cost $25-$50 each ii. Annual Maintenance Cost As needed to replenish rounds used for incidents and training. h. Training
POST approved training on legal and practical application including but not
limited to crowd management, intervention, and control. i. Legal and Procedural Rules Sage KO7 shall only be used for official law enforcement purposes pursuant to
department policy and state and federal law, including, but not limited to, use of force and First Amendment assemblies. 9. Sage K08 Soft-Tip Impact Baton a. Quantity
500 b. Capabilities 37mm/40mm munitions used in conjunction with 37mm/40mm launchers may be
deployed to impact subjects demonstrating assaultive behavior or life-threatening
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behavior. 37/40mm munitions used in conjunction with 37/40mm launchers may also be used to control an actively resistive subject reasonably believed to
possess or have immediate access to a deadly weapon c. Expected Lifespan 10+ year shelf life d. Manufacturer Description “The KO8 is a direct fire super soft tip impact baton round that is designed to be used in situations where kinetic energy is preferred for the incapacitation of
hostile and/or non-compliant individuals. Available in either standard energy or less-energy variations. The KO8 is manufactured with smokeless or black powder blended propelling charges to provide the most accuracy, stabilization and easy clean up.” http://www.sageinternationalltd.com/SCOI/ammunition.html e. Purpose Designed to safely resolve critical situations such as violent civil unrest and high- risk tactical operations. De-escalation tool not likely to inflict serious injury. f. Authorized Use Sage KO8 are primarily used by the SWAT Unit and Mobile Field Force Unit (MFF), but can also be used by trained and qualified department members at the direction of a supervisor. g. Fiscal Impact: i. Initial Cost $25-$50
ii. Annual Maintenance Cost As needed to replenish rounds used for incidents and training. h. Training
POST approved training on legal and practical application including but not limited to crowd management, intervention, and control. i. Legal and Procedural Rules
Sage KO8 shall only be used for official law enforcement purposes pursuant to department policy and state and federal law, including, but not limited to, use of force and First Amendment assemblies.
10. Sage KO42 CS Smoke a. Quantity 220 b. Capabilities
37mm/40mm munitions used in conjunction with 37mm/40mm launchers may be deployed to impact subjects demonstrating assaultive behavior or life-threatening behavior. 37/40mm munitions used in conjunction with 37/40mm launchers may also be used to control an actively resistive subject reasonably believed to possess or have immediate access to a deadly weapon c. Expected Lifespan
10+ year shelf life d. Manufacturer Description “The KO42 is a pyrotechnic irritant smoke munition primarily used for crowd
management situations. It is designed to be used to deny specific outdoor area occupation and to relocate or move unruly crowds.
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In a single source configuration the KO42 is offered in short and long range variations. A mid-range variation is available only in the three-piece configuration.
Also available in practice smoke. Average burn times range between 20-30 seconds.” http://www.sageinternationalltd.com/SCOI/ammunition.html e. Purpose
Designed to safely resolve critical situations such as violent civil unrest and high- risk tactical operations. De-escalation tool not likely to inflict serious injury. f. Authorized Use
Sage KO42 are primarily used by the SWAT Unit and Mobile Field Force Unit (MFF), but can also be used by trained and qualified department members at the direction of a supervisor. g. Fiscal Impact: i. Initial Cost
$25-$50 ii. Annual Maintenance Cost As needed to replenish rounds used for incidents and training. h. Training POST approved training on legal and practical application including but not limited to crowd management, intervention, and control. i. Legal and Procedural Rules Sage KO42 shall only be used for official law enforcement purposes pursuant to department policy and state and federal law, including, but not limited to, use of
force and First Amendment assemblies. 11. Sage KO47 Multi-Area Impact a. Quantity 225 b. Capabilities 37mm/40mm munitions used in conjunction with 37mm/40mm launchers may be deployed to impact subjects demonstrating assaultive behavior or life-threatening
behavior. 37/40mm munitions used in conjunction with 37/40mm launchers may also be used to control an actively resistive subject reasonably believed to possess or have immediate access to a deadly weapon c. Expected Lifespan 10+ year shelf life d. Manufacturer Description
“The KO47 is a multi-projectile area impact munition that is designed to be used in situations where kinetic energy is preferred for the dispersal of hostile and/or non-compliant crowds.
Available with either .60 caliber or .32 caliber hard synthetic balls or multiple
batons, the KO47 is designed to be used to dissuade intruders at medium distances from entering sensitive areas or to relocate or disperse unruly groups by skip firing or deploying the munition in extremely low trajectories towards the
general target area.” http://www.sageinternationalltd.com/SCOI/ammunition.html e. Purpose Designed to safely resolve critical situations such as violent civil unrest and high-
risk tactical operations. De-escalation tool not likely to inflict serious injury. f. Authorized Use
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Sage KO47 are primarily used by the SWAT Unit and Mobile Field Force Unit (MFF), but can also be used by trained and qualified department members at the
direction of a supervisor. g. Fiscal Impact: i. Initial Cost $25-$50 ii. Annual Maintenance Cost
As needed to replenish rounds used for incidents and training. h. Training POST approved training on legal and practical application including but not limited to crowd management, intervention, and control. i. Legal and Procedural Rules Sage KO47 shall only be used for official law enforcement purposes pursuant to
department policy and state and federal law, including, but not limited to, use of force and First Amendment assemblies. 12. Sage KO48 Soft-Tip Impact Baton a. Quantity 225 b. Capabilities 37mm/40mm munitions used in conjunction with 37mm/40mm launchers may be deployed to impact subjects demonstrating assaultive behavior or life-threatening
behavior. 37/40mm munitions used in conjunction with 37/40mm launchers may also be used to control an actively resistive subject reasonably believed to possess or have immediate access to a deadly weapon c. Expected Lifespan 10+ year shelf life d. Manufacturer Description “The KO48 cartridge fires a highly accurate direct fire soft tip impact baton projectile that is designed to be used in situations where kinetic energy is
preferred for the incapacitation of hostile and/or non-compliant individuals. Available in standard, mid-range and less-energy variations. The KO48 is
manufactured with smokeless propelling charges to provide the most accurate, stabilization and easy clean up.” http://www.sageinternationalltd.com/SCOI/ammunition.html e. Purpose Designed to safely resolve critical situations such as violent civil unrest and high- risk tactical operations. De-escalation tool not likely to inflict serious injury. f. Authorized Use Sage KO48 are primarily used by the SWAT Unit and Mobile Field Force Unit (MFF), but can also be used by trained and qualified department members at the direction of a supervisor. g. Fiscal Impact: i. Initial Cost $25-$50 ii. Annual Maintenance Cost As needed to replenish rounds used for incidents and training. h. Training
POST approved training on legal and practical application including but not
limited to crowd management, intervention, and control.
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i. Legal and Procedural Rules Sage KO48 shall only be used for official law enforcement purposes pursuant to
department policy and state and federal law, including, but not limited to, use of force and First Amendment assemblies. 13. Sage BP5 Barricade Penetrating a. Quantity
208 b. Capabilities The Sage BP5 Barricade Penetrating round is capable of penetrating barriers to release a powdered chemical agent, such as OC (Oleoresin Capsicum) or CS (2- chlorobenzylidene malononitrile), in the immediate area. The chemical agent is used as a less-lethal tool by acting as an irritant to the subject(s) that are exposed to it. The effect of the chemical agent typically subsides rather quickly once the subject(s) remove themselves from the area where the chemical agent has been deployed.
c. Expected Lifespan 10+ year shelf life d. Manufacturer Description “The BP5 is a non-pyrotechnic barricade penetrating munition capable of delivering micro-pulverized chemical agents through barricades from a rifled
37mm launcher. The BP5 achieves superior accuracy and penetration through a combination of barrel rifling and projectile design.
The projectile is made of frangible plastic and is filled with a micro-pulverized powdered chemical agent. The BP5 is designed to penetrate windows, doors, and other barriers. The micro-pulverized powder payload is released upon
impact.” http://www.sageinternationalltd.com/SCOI/ammunition.html e. Purpose
Designed to safely resolve critical situations such as violent civil unrest and high-
risk tactical operations. De-escalation tool not likely to inflict serious injury. f. Authorized Use
Sage BP5 are to be used only by the SWAT Unit. g. Fiscal Impact: i. Initial Cost $25-$50 ii. Annual Maintenance Cost
As needed to replenish rounds used for incidents and training. h. Training POST approved training on legal and practical application including but not limited to crowd management, intervention, and control. i. Legal and Procedural Rules Sage BP5 shall only be used for official law enforcement purposes pursuant to department policy and state and federal law, including, but not limited to, use of force and First Amendment assemblies.
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Night Vision Equipment
1. Night Vision Goggles - AN/PVS-21 and AN/PVS-7C a. Quantity AN/PVS-21 – 5 AN/PVS-7C – 5 b. Capabilities
Night vision goggles (NVG) is an optoelectronic device that allows images to be produced in low levels of light approaching total darkness. The use of this equipment allows a tactical advantage for officers especially when operating in low light or dark environments. c. Expected Lifespan
Devices are provided to the Santa Monica Police Department from the U.S. Navy on a re-occurring one year lease. d. Manufacturer Description
Unknown e. Purpose The majority of SWAT tactical operations occur at night or are conducted in low
light environments. Having NVG’s allows for SWAT Officers to have a tactical advantage and an added degree of officer safety when operating in those conditions. The use of NVG’s is extremely advantageous during high-risk
operations, hostage rescue, active shooter, and tactical operations in a wide range of environments. f. Authorized Use NVG’s are authorized for use by the SWAT Unit g. Fiscal Impact: a. Initial Cost $3,000 yearly lease from the U.S. Navy b. Annual Maintenance Cost None – Covered by lease agreement h. Training SWAT Officers maintain proficiency by continual training and annual weapons qualifications with NVG’s. i. Legal and Procedural Rules It is the policy of the Santa Monica Police Department to utilize NVG’s for official law enforcement purposes and in accordance with state and federal law.
2. Thermal Weapon Sight - AN/PAS-13D (V) 3 a. Quantity 2 b. Capabilities
Thermal sights on weapons see heat. This has advantages in complete darkness, or in the presence of obscurants like dust, smoke, etc. because they can still pick out humans and vehicles. Using deep infrared viewers also avoids
“blooms” or whiteouts if someone flashes a bright light source like a flashlight at the operator of the device. Can be mounted on a weapon or used hand-held. c. Expected Lifespan
Devices are on loan to the Santa Monica Police Department from the U.S. Military through the Federal Defense Logistics Agency (DLA). d. Manufacturer Description
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Unknown e. Purpose
The majority of SWAT tactical operations occur at night or are conducted in low light environments. Having thermal sights allows for SWAT Officers to have a tactical advantage and an added degree of officer safety when operating in those
conditions. The use of thermal sights is extremely advantageous during high-risk operations, hostage rescue, active shooter, and tactical operations in a wide range of environments. f. Authorized Use Thermal weapon sights are authorized for use by the SWAT Unit g. Fiscal Impact:
a. Initial Cost No cost - On loan b. Annual Maintenance Cost None – Covered by loan agreement h. Training SWAT Officers maintain proficiency by continual training and annual weapons
qualifications with thermal weapon sights. i. Legal and Procedural Rules It is the policy of the Santa Monica Police Department to utilize thermal weapon
sights for official law enforcement purposes and in accordance with state and federal law.
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City of Santa Monica
Public Safety Reform and Oversight Commission
Report to City Council regarding:
Review of DRAFT Ordinance Approving Military Equipment
Use Policy and PROPOSED Santa Monica Police Policy [707]
in Compliance with Assembly Bill 481
July 14, 2022
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INTRODUCTION
Through City Staff, City Council directed the Public Safety Reform and Oversight
Commission (PSROC) to review, discuss, and provide input regarding the proposed
DRAFT ordinance and corresponding police policy governing certain police equipment.
At the May 12, 2022 PSROC meeting, the Commission received a presentation by
Captain Candice Cobarrubias and Lieutenant Bob D’Andrea, of the Santa Monica Police
Department, and Ms. Kirsten Galler, a representative of the City Attorney’s Office. The
Presentation covered the following:
History of AB481
Requirements of AB481
Development of DRAFT Ordinance and Policy
Reporting Requirements by the Police Department
Commissioners at the meeting asked several questions regarding specific equipment
falling under the definition of “Military Equipment”. Questions involved the police robots,
air drones, the BearCat Armored Rescue Vehicle, and the tear gas launchers (to name
just a few). This was presented as a discussion Item only and no action was taken.
At the June 9 Commission meeting, the Commission again discussed the proposed
DRAFT ordinance and corresponding police policy governing “Military Equipment”. After
more discussion, it was decided that the Commission would be best served if members
had additional time to review the documents. A decision was made to postpone action
and have the Use of Force Committee and the Protest and Crowd Management Systems
Committee conduct a joint subcommittee meeting, allowing both Commission members
and the community to review and follow up with questions and/or concerns.
JOINT SUBCOMMITTEE MEETING JUNE 22, 2022
Commissioners present for the June 22, 2022, joint subcommittee meeting of the Use of
Force Committee and the Protest and Crowd Management Systems Committee were:
Chair Devermont, Vice Chair Centeno, Commissioner Miller, Commissioner Palazzolo,
Commissioner McLaughlin-Basseri, Commissioner Raman, and Commissioner Scott.
Representatives of the Santa Monica Police Department attended the meeting and again
made themselves available for questions. The public was also allowed to ask questions
and provide commentary.
Some Commission members voiced concern about the use and cost of the Armored
Rescue Vehicle made by Lenco Inc. The “BearCat” is a tactical rescue vehicle built on a
Ford F550 truck chassis specifically designed for law enforcement/public safety use.
Concerns were voiced by the public and some members of the Commission that the
BearCat was a weaponized military offensive weapon. It was made clear that the BearCat
was NOT equipped with any weapons; rather, it is designed for officer safety, whether
used in rescue operations, tactical transport operations, or crowd control situations.
Questions were asked regarding whether there is a viable and equal alternative to the
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BearCat Rescue Vehicle. (See chart below for more information on the BearCat.) Other
questions concerned the use of the BearCat by other law enforcement agencies and the
Santa Monica Police Department’s responsibilities in Mutual Aid agreements to the
region. Prior to the meeting, a request was made to the Inspector General’s office
regarding the following:
How does Santa Monica's policy compare to other departments - nationally (i.e.,
are there different policies that achieve the same purpose or better results)?
Are less militarized alternatives being used that achieve the same purpose, or is
there better equipment?
PRESENTATION BY INSPECTOR GENERAL
While the Inspector General (IG) was unable to attend the joint meeting, a representative
of the office, Ms. Teresa Magulo, was present. Questions were asked of the IG regarding
the Assembly Bill Mandate. It was reported by the IG’s office that the ordinance and policy
presented by the City Council and the Santa Monica Police Department (SMPD) are
consistent with other cities and police agencies in California.
FURTHER DISCUSSION AND FOLLOW-UP QUESTIONS
Following discussion, the Police Department and the IG’s office were asked if they could
provide further information on the following: (The responses are in BOLD)
Provide a list of Law Enforcement Agencies (LEAs) that have overtly chosen to not
purchase the BearCat
o [IG office is] aware of no LEAs that have overtly chosen not to
purchase the BearCat, but perhaps the closest scenario was what
occurred in Davis, [California]. In 2019, the Davis Police Chief
requested that Council approve his request to purchase an Armored
Rescue Vehicle (ARV), a Ford Transit Van (360 HD Eco Boos V6).
Council unanimously approved its purchase. In 2014, the Davis City
Council rejected a request by the police department to accept a Mine-
Resistant Ambush Protected Vehicle (MRAPV).
From that list of LEAs not using the BearCat, provide a list of alternative militarized
vehicles
o Other than the Davis ARV and the MRAPV noted above, [the IG’s office
is] not aware of other alternative militarized vehicles that have been
purchased in lieu of the BearCat.
o Regarding elected bodies that have declined to purchase armored
vehicles, [the IG’s office] conducted an Internet search which revealed
that in 2022, according to media reports, Johnson County Iowa’s
Board of Supervisors rejected a request from the Sheriff to purchase
a BearCat to replace the MRAPV currently in operation. As a result of
that rejection, the Sheriff decided to continue to use the MRAPV.
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o The Internet search further revealed that, according to media reports
in 2019, Oakland’s Police Commission rejected a request by the Chief
to purchase a second BearCat, but the department planned to
continue to deploy the BearCat that it had already purchased and had
been using for several years.
o The Internet search further revealed that in 2012, the Cities of Berkeley
and Albany, and the administration of UC Berkeley, rejected a request
by the three police chiefs to obtain a BearCat through a federal grant.
Provide three examples of specific incidences where the BearCat was used
successfully to justify its use.
o SMPD
o 2022 January. 1800 12th street. Shots fired barricaded suspect,
BearCat allowed for negotiating time, [safely deployed police
personnel in close] proximity to location, evacuation of residents, and
staging of equipment close to the location. Suspect surrendered
without incident
o 2022 March. 2200 4th Street. Domestic violence hostage standoff then
barricaded suspect. Provided officer safety in evacuation, stand-off,
and negotiation scenarios. Successful resolution.
o Other Agencies:
o 2018 Mudslides Santa Barbara County
More examples were provided by the Santa Monica Police Department and can
be provided on request.
Specific complaints regarding the new policy for use of militarized vehicles and
weaponized vehicles
o As of this date, we have [not] received [any] complaints regarding the
new policy for use of military equipment or militarized vehicles. The
Department does not have any weaponized vehicles in its
inventory. We have also [not] received [any] complaints where the
BearCat was used in contradiction to the policy.
o While no complaints were received by SMPD, the PSROC had two
witnesses who alleged that weaponry was used inappropriately
toward them. This is a voiced concern of the PSROC.
BEARCAT ARMORED VEHICLE ALTERNATIVES
As noted above, there have been law enforcement agencies that have attempted to
purchase a BearCat but were not successful in receiving the federal grant. Another
department was unsuccessful in purchasing a second BearCat but continues to deploy
the BearCat they currently have as part of their officer safety equipment inventory.
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Finally, a questioner asked whether there is an alternative vehicle (specifically the Chevy
Suburban) that could be outfitted to serve the same purpose as the BearCat Rescue
Vehicle. Below is that comparison, as provided by the Santa Monica Police Department.
BEARCAT RESCUE VEHICLE CHEVROLET SUBURBAN
Seating 12(2+10) plus 12 on running
boards for a total of 24 officers deployed
2+2+2 total of 6 officers. Running boards
would allow for 6 additional officers.
Would need 3-4 vehicles to accommodate
current staffing ($852,000 to $1,136,000)
Limited armor warranty (24 Months)
Interior room for 2 tactical medics to treat
patient. (Possibly 2 patients depending on
other equipment or officers.
No space for tactical medics to rescue
and/or provide medical first aid on patient.
Elevated chassis to clear debris and other
obstacles
Limited ground clearance to roll over curbs
Able to deploy on beach sand with
equipment for emergencies
Limited capability to respond onto beach
sand areas with full tactical load.
Cost $289,000 / Vehicle Cost $284,000 / Vehicle
SUMMARY AND FINDINGS
Presentations were completed by the Santa Monica Police Department with assistance
from the City Attorney’s Office. Additional information was requested and received from
the Inspector General’s Office regarding similar and like “categorized military
equipment” being used by other law enforcement agencies. Many questions and
concerns were raised, and responses were provided by the Police Department and the
Inspector General’s Office. A joint subcommittee public meeting took place and much
deliberation and discussion followed. Some commissioners voiced concerns regarding
specific items within the current inventory of equipment listed in the DRAFT ordinance.
However, it has been determined that the equipment listed is needed for the SAFE and
immediate response of police personnel and resources, and there is not a currently viable
alternative to the listed equipment sufficient to meet the officer safety and emergency
needs of an effective law enforcement agency, specifically the Santa Monica Police
Department. Further, it is determined that the listed equipment is needed to protect the
lives of Santa Monica residents, the City’s many visitors, and the police officers who
respond to deadly or dangerous circumstances and various unexpected situations and
emergencies.
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RECOMMENDATION
It is the recommendation of this Commission that the City Council move forward with the
DRAFT ordinance and the corresponding PROPOSED police policy regarding AB481,
which governs police equipment categorized as “Military Equipment”, as written.
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