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BACKGROUND State Assembly Bill 3229 signed by the governor on July 12, 1996 added section 30061 of the Government Code establishing a statewide fund for allocation to local police agencies, referred to as the Citizens' Options for Public Safety Program. As required by the bill, the County of Alameda has established a Supplemental Law Enforcement Services Fund and has established a committee to oversee and review the annual expenditures by local agencies from this fund. The funds are allocated to our City based on population. For COPS Year 21, the City of Pleasanton has received an allocation of $149,785 and interest of $2,670. Recommended Expenditures: The Police Department recommends expenditures for COPS Year 21 be encumbered for expenditures which support front line law enforcement functions and serve to enhance public safety. This allocation will be utilized as follows: • Interview room camera system: An integrated interview room camera system will enhance the quality of video evidence collection and Public Records Act compliance with seamless integration into the current video evidence storage system. • TruNarc Handheld Narcotics Identification System: A TruNarc system provides rapid identification of common drugs of abuse, cutting agents and potentially harmful substances without direct exposure to the substances. • Less Lethal Delivery System and Alternative Impact Weapons: Less lethal equipment will improve our options and ability to respond to situations. • Handgun Lock boxes: These will provide secure storage of handguns in an unattended vehicle in compliance with Policy 312.4.3. • Sniper Ballistic Plates: This protection system will allow snipers to integrate into the SWAT team if needed in a tactical situation. • Throwbot Video Monitoring Device and SearchStick pole: This equipment will allow operators to clear hiding areas allowing for a safe standoff distance between operators and hiding suspects. • Nalaxone (Narcan): This purchase will give officers the ability to carry and administer Nalaxone in the event of opiate overdose, potentially reducing the number of fatal opiate overdoses in the community. • Advanced Law Enforcement Training: Allocating funds for Blue Courage training for department personnel will provide practical tools, through a holistic approach, focused on leadership, diversity inclusion, engagement and accountability to better deal with the ever changing climate in law enforcement.