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MILITARY EQUIPMENT USE REPORT 2024 41 Internal Audit The police department is committed to providing information to our community in compliance with Assembly Bill 481. Police department personnel conduct various military equipment audits to determine functionality, inventory, and verify proper personnel have assigned equipment. All military equipment, including firearms, less lethal launchers, diversionary devices/chemical agents, and specialty ammunition, were accounted for during this period. Training Costs The use of certain items of military equipment and related special tactics are perishable skills that require ongoing training to maintain proficiency. While the Department conducts constant training within its Personnel and Training Unit and specific specialized units (i.e., Crisis Negotiation Team, SWAT, etc.), there is significant tactical insight and an enhanced skill set to be gained by participating in external training courses. These courses provide officers with a curriculum and exercises designed to impart knowledge, skills, and enhanced capability. The courses amended by officers can vary from year to year, depending on operational needs. Funding sources for training are funded from the existing police training budget. Storage Costs Our current military equipment listed in this report is stored at the police department or city facilities. There are no third-party storage costs. Conclusion As outlined in this report, the Pleasanton Police Department utilizes various types of military equipment to protect life, prevent crime, and enhance the quality of life for all our community members. In accordance with Assembly Bill 481 the police department will be transparent regarding funding, acquisition, or use of military equipment by your police department’s officials. The police department has a strong desire to have our community members participate in their local government’s decision to fund, acquire, or use this type of equipment. Moreover, when making decisions regarding how military equipment is funded, acquired, or used, the Pleasanton Police Department considers the public’s welfare, safety, civil rights, and civil liberties. Any member of the public can submit a complaint to the Pleasanton Police Department in person, telephone, email, etc.). Once the complaint is received, it will be routed for review to the Internal Affairs Unit in accordance with the Pleasanton Police Department’s policy and procedures. Page 124 of 249