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associated with criminal activity. With the ability to read over 10,000 license plates per shift, ALPR systems exponentially increase an officer's effectiveness while performing traditional patrol duties. Regionally, nationally, and internationally, ALPR technology has proven to be an invaluable asset in the recovery stolen property and vehicles, apprehension of criminals, identification of criminal activity, and the investigation of multi-jurisdictional crimes including anti-terrorism and Homeland Security investigations. With this allocation of funds the Police Department will likely be able to purchase three ALPR systems. • GPS Tracking Device $7,700 The Police Department currently has one GPS tracking device. That particular device has seen significant use in the past twelve months and there have been several occasions where various units of the Police Department have needed the GPS tracking device at the same time. The tracking units are utilized to monitor subjects suspected of criminal activity and allow police personnel to track activity without spending large amounts of manpower on surveillance. The addition of another GPS tracking device will provide for greater flexibility and improve efficiency in monitoring multiple suspects. • Batshield and Light $4,600 The Batshield is a lightweight, pliable, protective shield which provides 6.2 square feet of coverage, enough to protect up to two officers and will defeat multiple impacts from most handguns, shotguns, and pistol caliber submachine gun threats. The Special Enforcement Unit and the Investigations Unit, who conduct more search warrant entries and probation searches, than a Patrol Officer or SWAT Team members currently do not have a dedicated shield resource. • "Safe Wrap" Restraint Devices $5,200 Safe Wrap devices are designed to prevent injury to a person in custody or another person, or to prevent property damage caused by the person in custody using their legs in a manner likely to cause an injury or damage. The wrap is used to bind and immobilize the person's legs. Currently the Police Department only has two Safe Wraps deployed in the field; one in each of the two Supervisors' vehicles. Field Officers and Supervisors are frequently not at the same location when handling calls for service which can result in a delay in obtaining a Safe Wrap. The purchase of additional Safe Wrap devices will allow for an increased distribution in the field and subsequently enhance officer safety by improving timely accessibility to the devices. • Patrol Bicycles $9,200 The Police Department has operated a bicycle program for a number of years, currently the fleet of 11 bicycles has only 3 fully operational bicycles. These bikes range in age from 10-13 years and are equipped with differing braking and gear components, as well as different lighting and siren systems. Additionally, locating replacement parts has become increasingly difficult. In alignment with our commitment to Community Policing the Police Department would like to reequip our bicycle officers with new bicycles due to Page 5 of 7