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SHERIFF'S OFFICE - Sheriff Dave Kain
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Requested Action(s)
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a) Informational presentation conducted to notify the Governing Board and the public of the purpose and benefits of utilizing "Military Equipment" as defined by Assembly Bill 481 and Section 7071 of the California Government Code
b) Request approval from the Governing Board for the continued use of already acquired "Military Equipment," by the Tehama County Sheriff's Office, pursuant to section 7071 of the California Government Code
c) Request ongoing permission from the Governing Board to replenish or replace current "Military Equipment" or acquire the same or similar equipment, as necessary, to maintain adequate inventory
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Financial Impact:
There is no financial impact to the General Fund know currently.
Background Information:
Assembly Bill 481 (AB 481), the Law Enforcement and State Agencies Military Equipment Funding, Acquisition, and Use Act, was signed into law and became effective on January 1, 2022. AB 481 requires law enforcement agencies to obtain approval from their governing bodies before purchasing, raising funds for, or acquiring military equipment, by any means, including surplus military equipment from the federal government. AB 481 requires a law enforcement agency seeking to continue the use of any military equipment acquired prior to January 1, 2022, to commence a governing body approval process.
The Tehama County Sheriff's Office staff have reviewed AB 481, its definition of military equipment, and the requirements of the legislation. Based on this review, the Sheriff's Office has determined that it retains and utilizes equipment defined as military equipment. The Tehama County Sheriff's Office conducted a public informational meeting on April 25th, 2024, which was advertised 30 days prior on the Sheriff's Office website and the Sheriff's Office social media outlets. This meeting was conducted to allow public input regarding the Sheriff's Office...
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