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In addition to targeted enforcement, the Redwood City Police Department will take an active role in engaging the community through press releases and social media platforms. As part of this targeted enforcement, Officers will exclusively use the grant funded DUI Patrol Vehicles which will be distinctly marked with agreed upon signage notifying the public of the grant funding. These outreach efforts will serve to inform the public about upcoming DUI checkpoints, the presence of saturation patrols, and the overall goals of our enforcement efforts. Furthermore, we will regularly report the results of our operations, including the number of arrests made and the specific locations of DUI incidents. Transparency in these efforts is vital to building trust with the community and reinforcing the message that impaired driving is a serious offense that endangers public safety. To meet the requirements set forth by the grant, we will compile and submit detailed reports on a quarterly basis. These reports will provide a comprehensive overview of the data collected from our DUI/DUID saturation patrols and checkpoints, highlighting the effectiveness of our enforcement activities and offering insights into potential areas for future improvement. Through these efforts, the Redwood City Police Department is committed to reducing impaired driving in our community, ensuring that we provide a safer environment for all residents, visitors, and commuters within our jurisdiction. The combination of data-driven enforcement, community engagement, and regular evaluation will ensure that our approach remains adaptive, effective, and transparent. Program Sustainability Our request for equipment funding for the Fiscal Year 2025/2026 is significant and may initially appear as excessive; however, it is important to understand the context of this request within the framework of our agency’s operations and budgetary limitations. As a mid-size law enforcement agency with a limited budget for equipment purchases, we face challenges in maintaining and upgrading our resources to effectively address public safety concerns, specifically related to impaired driving enforcement. We respectfully ask the grant administration to consider the pressing need for these equipment investments in light of our ongoing commitment to reducing impaired driving incidents within our jurisdiction. It is important to note that the equipment requested under this funding will not result in any recurring costs. Once the requested equipment is procured, we do not foresee the need for additional grant funding for equipment in future cycles. Instead, any subsequent funding requests would likely be focused on overtime staffing for the continued execution of DUI saturation patrols and checkpoint operations. As highlighted in our earlier problem statement, our current DUI checkpoint trailer, which was originally purchased by the Redwood City Police Department (RCPD) in 1995, is now showing signs of significant wear and age. Over the 30 years, this trailer has served us well, averaging 2 to 4 DUI checkpoints a year, in addition we have used this trailer at other downtown events as both an educational tool and a deterrent. Even though the trailer highlights DUI enforcement on the signs on the sides, given its current condition, the cost to repair and continue using it would no longer be a cost-effective solution. In light of this, we are requesting funding to replace the trailer with a new, modern DUI checkpoint trailer that will be equipped with all necessary tools and infrastructure to support safe and efficient DUI checkpoints. If awarded this funding, the RCPD will assume responsibility for any future maintenance costs associated with the trailer, including outfitting the trailer with required equipment and ensuring that it remains operational throughout its lifespan. We anticipate that the new trailer will be utilized for at least the next twenty years and will be maintained on our premises to support our ongoing enforcement efforts. Additionally, we are requesting funding for the purchase of two 2025 Chevrolet Electric Pursuit Blazers AWD patrol vehicles. These vehicles will serve multiple purposes: they will be used by RCPD officers for DUI saturation patrols, as checkpoint roving vehicles, and will also support traffic officers during inclement weather conditions, providing them with enhanced safety and mobility in challenging driving conditions. The decision to request electric vehicles aligns with our ongoing commitment to reducing our carbon footprint and supporting environmentally sustainable practices. By incorporating electric vehicles into our fleet, we not only contribute to the protection of the environment but also reduce long-term operational costs associated with fuel and vehicle maintenance. This forward-thinking approach is in line with current trends in law enforcement vehicle fleets and will position the Redwood City Police Department as a leader in adopting more sustainable, energy-efficient technologies. ATTY/RESO.0076/CC RESO CANNABIS TAX GRANT PROGRAM - EXHIBIT A REV: 07-14-25 MI Page 13 of 17