Resolution No. 85801
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RESOLUTION NO. 8580
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
VERNON APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF
AN OFFICE OF TRAFFIC SAFETY GRANT AGREEMENT AND
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO
OBTAIN SAID GRANT
WHEREAS, funds are available from the State of California
Office of Traffic Safety, through the Business, Transportation and
Housing Agency ("OTS") for grants to local enforcement agencies for
traffic safety programs; and
WHEREAS, the Vernon Police Department is in the process of
developing traffic safety programs to reduce the incidence of fatal
traffic collisions, establish DUI checkpoints, increase DUI arrests and
increase DUI warrant arrests; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Vernon considers the
prevention of injuries and/or death due to traffic collisions to be of
the highest priority and wishes to implement a Comprehensive Traffic
Safety Program, Project Number AL0585 (the "Project"); and
WHEREAS, in order to receive funding of up to $120,000 to
support the traffic goals of the Project for the period October 1, 2004
through September 30, 2006, the City of Vernon needs to execute a Grant
Agreement and a Acceptance of Conditions and Certifications form
(Terms, Conditions, and Certifications Specific to the Agreement
between OTS and Vernon); and
WHEREAS, on October 20, 2004, the Finance Committee
considered the recommendation of Bruce V. Malkenhorst, Director of
Finance, dated October 14, 2004, that the Police Department be
authorized to participate in the OTS Grant and the City Administrator
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be authorized to execute the necessary documents.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF VERNON AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1: The City Council of the City of Vernon hereby
finds and determines that the recitals contained hereinabove are true
and correct.
SECTION 2: The City Council of the City of Vernon hereby
approves the Grant Agreement and Acceptance of Conditions and
Certifications, a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit A and
incorporated by reference
SECTION 3: The City Council of the City of Vernon hereby
authorizes the City Administrator, or his designee, to execute the
Grant Agreement and Acceptance of Conditions and Certifications for,
and on behalf of, the City of Vernon.
SECTION 4: The City Council of the City of Vernon hereby
authorizes the City Administrator, or his designee, to execute any and
all documents necessary for the purpose of securing grant funds and
implementing and carrying out the purposes specified in the grant.
SECTION 5: The City Council of the City of Vernon hereby
directs the City Clerk, or his designee, to submit the signed documents
to the Office of Traffic Safety.
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SECTION 6: The City Clerk of the City of Vernon shall
certify to the passage of this resolution, and thereupon and thereafter
the same shall be in full force and effect.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 20th day of October, 2004.
ATTEST:
BRUCE V. MALKENHORST, City Clerk
LEONIS C. MALBURG, Ma or
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
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COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES )
I, BRUCE V. MALKENHORST, City Clerk of the City of Vernon, do
hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution, being Resolution No.
8580, was duly adopted by the City Council of the City of Vernon at a
regular meeting of the City Council duly held on Wednesday, October 20,
2004, and thereafter was duly signed by the Mayor of the City of
Vernon.
(SEAL)
BRUCE V. MALKENHORST, City Clerk
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EXHIBIT
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA • OFFICE OF TRAFFIC SAFETY
ACCEPTANCE OF CONDITIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
OTS-33 (Rev. 8/18/04)
Terms, Conditions, and Certifications Specific to the Agreement
Between the Office of Traffic Safety and the Applicant Agency
APPLICANT AGENCY
City of Vernon
OTS PROJECT NUMBER
AL0585
The following are included herein and constitute a part of this Agreement:
OTS-38 —Page 1
Schedule B-1—Budget Narrative
Schedule A — Project Description
Schedule C — Quarterly Evaluation Data (when required)
Schedule A-1 — Administrative Support
Statement
OTS-33 — Terms, Conditions, and Certifications Specific to
the Agreement Between OTS and the Applicant Agency
Schedule B — Detailed Budget Estimate
General Terms, Conditions, and Certifications*
*See OTS Grant Program Manual, Volume II, Chapter 6. Volume II, available on-line at www.ots.ca.i!ov.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
It is understood and agreed by the Project Director and Authorizing Official that any grant received as a
result of this Agreement is subject to all federal and state regulations governing grants and to those
controls expressed in the California Traffic Grant Program Manuals which include, but are not limited to:
1. Quarterly Performance Reports and Reimbursement Claims must be submitted by the Project
Director to the Office of Traffic Safety by January 31, April 30, July 31, and October 31, during
each year of project operation.
2. OTS will withhold or disallow grant payments, reduce or terminate grant funds, and/or deny future
grant funding anytime a grantee fails to comply with any term or condition of the grant contract or
program guidelines (Volume II, Chapter 3.13). This may include, but is not limited to, the
following:
• Failure to submit acceptable and timely reimbursement claims.
• Failure to submit acceptable and timely quarterly performance reports; and
• Failure to submit an acceptable and timely Schedule C (Quarterly Evaluation Data OTS-38g).
(Applies only when a Schedule C has been required.)
3. If, during the term of the grant award, federal funds become reduced or eliminated, OTS may
immediately terminate or reduce the grant award upon written notice to the project director.
4. By October 31, "continuing" projects must submit a September 30 claim and a written justification
to support carrying forward prior year unexpended funds. September 30 claims and written
justifications, supporting the carrying forward of prior year unexpended funds, submitted after
November 30, will not be processed. The prior claim (i.e., June 30) will be considered the year-
end claim in order to close out the federal fiscal year ending September 30. In addition, prior year
unexpended funds will be deobligated and allocated to new projects.
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5. All documentation required to request a project revision (i.e., time extensions, budget category
changes, and etc.) must be submitted to OTS prior to the effective date of change(s). For example:
OTS will not consider a request for a grant period time extension unless all necessary paperwork is
submitted prior to the existing grant termination date. Prior approval is required for all project
revisions (Volume II, Chapter 3.8).
6. No alteration or variation of the terms of this Agreement shall be valid unless made in writing and
signed by the parties hereto, and no oral understanding or agreement not incorporated herein shall
be binding on any of the parties hereto.
7. Additional terms and conditions identified in the OTS Grant Program Manual, Volume II,
Chapter 6, General Terms, Conditions, and Certifications (Exhibit 6-A), are incorporated
herein by reference and made a part of this document.
Enforcement Agencies Only:
8. Full time personnel funded under this project shall be dedicated in total to traffic law enforcement.
EXCEPT:
• In the case of a criminal offense committed in the officer's presence.
• In the case of response to an officer in distress.
• In the case of a riot where all available personnel must be committed.
9. Equipment funded under this project is subject to the same requirements as No. 8 above.
We, the officials named below, hereby swear that we are duly authorized legally, to bind the contractor or
grant recipient to the above described terms and conditions. Executed on the date and in the county
below, and is made under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California.
PIKQJECT DIRECTOR'S NAME EXECUTED IN THE COUNTY OF
:StevEii Towles Los Angeles
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UVIRECTOR'S SIGNATURE DATE EXECUTED
-TITLE
Captain
-AUTHORIZING OFFICIAL'S NAME EXECUTED IN THE COUNTY OF
rltce V. Malkenhorst Los Angeles
Wti-fHORIZING OFFICIAL'S SIGNNATURE DATE EXECUTED
TITLE
Chief Administrative Officer
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State of California
Business, Transportation & Housing Agency
PROJECT
g a�� NUMBER
OFFICE OF TRAFFIC SAFETY AL0585
GRANT AGREEMENT
PAGE 1 (To be completed by applicant Agency)
1. PROJECT TITLE
COMPREHENSIVE TRAFFIC SAFETY PROGRAM
2. NAME OF APPLICANT AGENCY
4. PROJECT PERIOD
CITY OF VERNON
Month — Day - Year
From: 10-01-04
3. AGENCY UNIT TO HANDLE PROJECT
VERNON POLICE DEPARTMENT
To: 09-30-06
5. PROJECT DESCRIPTION (Summarize the project plan covering the objectives, method of procedures, evaluation, and end product
in approximately 100 words. Space is limited to six lines.)
The Comprehensive Traffic Safety Program is intended to address several traffic safety priorities identified, including DUI
enforcement, occupant protection education & enforcement, and enforcement of suspended/revoked/unlicensed driver
violations. Our goals include reductions in the number of people killed or injured in all collisions, including alcohol
involved, hit & run, and those where passenger restraints were not used. This program will also increase DUI arrests,
removal of unlicensed drivers or those driving with a revoked or suspended license, and the number of active warrants for
multiple DUI violations served. We will accomplish this by conducting DUI checkpoints, saturation patrols for DUI,
training personnel in advanced enforcement techniques, increasing targeted enforcement, developing a comprehensive bi-
lingual education campaign encouraging the use of passenger restraint devices and creating a warrant service detail to
target multiple DUI offenders.
6. FEDERAL FUNDS ALLOCATED UNDER THIS AGREEMENT SHALL NOT EXCEED: $ 120,000.00
7. APPROVAL SIGNATURES
PROJECT DIRECTOR
B. AUTHORIZING OFFICIAL OF APPLICANT AGENCY
A14E: Steven Towles PHONE: (323) 587-5171
NAME: Bruce V. Malkenhorst PHONE: (323) 583 �&l l
��TL Captain FAX: (323) 583-5236
TITLE: City Manager FAX: (323) 6S 792'
Ss: 4305 S. Santa Fe Ave.
ADDRESS: 4305 S. Santa Fe Ave.
Vernon, CA 90058
Vernon, CA 90058
stowles@ci.vernon.ca.us
E-MAIL:
(Signature) (Date)
(Signature) (Date)
C. FISCAL OR ACCOUNTING OFFICIAL
D. OFFICE AUTHORIZED TO RECEIVE PAYMENTS
NAME: Sharon Johnson PHONE:(323) 583-8811
NAME: City Treasurer
Deputy City Treasurer FAx: (323) 583-4451
IiiinE ;.4305 S. Santa Fe Ave.
ADDRESS 4305 S. Santa Fe Ave.
Vernon, CA 90058
Vernon, CA 90058
(Signature) (Date)
OTS-38 (Rev. 3/03)
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BACKGROUND
A. GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
The City of Vernon, located approximately 4 miles southeast of downtown Los Angeles, is a very unique city
comprised primarily of businesses and industry. It is a very diverse community with a daytime population of
over 50,000, representing a wide variety of ethnicities, cultures and backgrounds. Surrounded by densely
populated, lower socio-economic areas, it is a major source of employment for the Southeast Los Angeles
community. The City is perhaps the main distribution point for products brought in through the Los Angeles
Harbor and delivered by rail services to destinations throughout the country.
B. STREET AND HIGHWAYS
The City of Vernon is bordered generally by the Long Beach Freeway (710), Harbor Freeway (110), Santa
Monica Freeway (10), and the Century Freeway (105). There are over 47 miles of roadway, including three
main thoroughfares, Alameda Street, Soto Street, and Santa Fe Avenue, which serve as the main arteries
connecting the downtown area and East Los Angeles with a large number of cities within the Southeast
portion of Los Angeles County. Each day, the population of the city swells from a residential population of
83 to a working population in excess of 50,000. This does not take account for all of the commercial traffic
associated with the commerce that is carried out each day by the over 1400 businesses located in the city.
A few years back the City annexed the entire area adjacent to the Atlantic/Bandini Blvd. off -ramp of the
Long Beach Freeway. This off -ramp is one of just two which serve the entire Southeast Area, including the
cities of Bell, Bell Gardens, Huntington Park, Maywood, South Gate, Commerce and Vernon. It is also the
main off -ramp for trucks moving product from the expansive rail yards that serve most of the Western States.
Hobart Yard, the main railroad yard serving most of Los Angeles County lies on the northern -most tip of the
City. This is a final destination point for trains coming in from all over the country as well as those used to
help transport foreign cargo delivered by freighter to the harbor. Commuter trains also must use rail lines
that traverse the yard while they are en route to the train depot in downtown Los Angeles. This often results
in freight train stoppages that negatively impact the flow of traffic on surface streets. Burlington Northern
Santa Fe Railroad, Union Pacific Railroad, Amtrak and Metro rail among others, use this facility. With the
increasing global trade market, there has been an increase in demand for rail services, resulting in an increase
in both train traffic and overall train length. The resulting traffic congestion caused by slow -moving trains or
temporary blockages is an issue of concern for the Police Department as well as the business community that
risks the loss of revenue due to delays in service.
C. OPERATING DEPARTMENTS
Although ours is primarily a transient population, the businesses and the people they employ look to the
Vernon Police Department to provide the finest policing services available. To deliver these services, the
Vernon Police Department is authorized to employ 59 sworn members and 29 non -sworn personnel. In
addition to deploying officers in the more traditional role of uniformed patrol and investigations, our
Department also participates in regional task forces addressing issues such as auto theft, cargo theft and
narcotics interdiction.
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D. EXISTING SYSTEMS
Currently there is no dedicated patrol officer assigned that is responsible exclusively for traffic and/or DUI
enforcement. Traffic enforcement and DUI enforcement is handled as time permits in between other call
related activities. As a result, the City and its Police Department has implemented several processes in an
attempt to effectively manage the flow of traffic in as safe a manner as possible. They are as follows.
The Police Department will soon implement a Traffic Enforcement and Collision Reduction Plan that will target
the top five (5) collision locations and the top five (5) Primary Collision Factors. To achieve long-term results
in reducing traffic violations and collisions, the Police Department will take a specialist approach to traffic
enforcement. An officer will be assigned as a traffic unit and will be deployed to problem areas that have been
identified by patrol, the community, and through statistical analysis. The traffic unit's function is to provide
selective enforcement to problem areas with the goal being the reduction of collisions and/or vehicle code
violations in the area.
The current Field Training Program requires newly trained officers to develop skills in the areas of traffic
control, vehicle code enforcement and collision investigation. Uniformed patrol officers are encouraged to
enforce vehicle code violations as part of.their normal patrol duties.
Drivers who are uninsured, unlicensed or are driving on a suspended or revoked license are cited or arrested.
The vehicles they are driving are impounded for 30 days per the vehicle code.
Detectives are assigned responsibility for conducting follow-up investigation of all injury or fatal collisions as
well as all hit and run collisions, regardless of injuries. Detectives are responsible for filing all cases arising out
of an investigated collision. They also work closely with the District Attorney's office on issues relating to
trains and their impact on the safe movement of traffic through the city.
The Patrol Sergeant assigned to oversee the department's traffic enforcement efforts is an active participant in
traffic safety programs of the Peace Officers Association of Los Angeles County (POALAC) Traffic committee.
He acts as the conduit for the Department in sharing relevant information developed by this organization. The
Department, allocating additional personnel when possible, also participates in the various countywide traffic
enforcement programs that POALAC is currently conducting.
In addition to training all officers in the area of DUI enforcement, each officer is trained in the use of the
Intoximeter machine as well as the Preliminary Alcohol Screening device. The Department received a few of
these units through a state program and our last OTS Grant, and requires each officer to check one out during
each shift if one is available. (We currently have 12 of these PAS devices). This is done in an effort to reinforce
the seriousness with which we view the problem of the DUI driver and to provide the officer with the tools he
or she needs to make an accurate assessment of the level of impairment of a vehicle operator.
Additional training includes sending several officers to a vehicle code update class and providing training to all
officers in the area of Hazardous Material Response and Enforcement. Several videos produced by the National
Highway Traffic Safety Administration including "The Visual Detection of DWI (Driving While Intoxicated)
Motorists", are required viewing for all patrol officers.
In addition to the Police Department's efforts to provide a pro -active approach to traffic enforcement, the City's
Community Services Department works to improve the safety of the motoring public through planning and
engineering. The Community Services Department prepares it's own annual traffic collision report which
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provides insight into the causes of collisions and the factors which contribute to those collisions and the
frequency with which they occur at any given location. They have taken an active role in responding to the
traffic related concerns of the public by conducting site visits to assess the safety conditions at a given location.
They have conducted traffic volume studies and made changes such as roadway or lane widening, adjusted the
timing and synchronization of traffic signals, adding cross walks and stop signs and improving lighting in areas
where such improvements are warranted. These efforts are made in an attempt to help cut down on traffic
collisions, which, it is estimated, result in economic losses of over 3 million dollars per year statewide.
PROBLEM STATEMENT
The Vernon Police Department has taken an aggressive approach to enforcing all traffic laws, but currently
lacks the resources and manpower necessary to implement the specific enforcement programs we believe are
necessary to improve the safety of the motoring public.
According to the Office of Traffic Safety rankings for 2002, in nearly every category, including total fatal and
injury collisions, alcohol involved collisions, speed related collisions, nighttime collisions and hit & run
collisions, Vernon ranks number 1 out of the 31 Group G cities, based upon population statistics. This is a
rather dubious honor in that it means that in each category, this city has the highest incidence rate in each of
these categories when compared to the 31 other cities in this population group.
When compared to the other cities in OTS' Group G on the basis of vehicle miles, Vernon ranks near the top ten
in many of these same categories. These rankings exist in spite of our best efforts to commit available resources
to the problems. With additional funding obtained through the approval of this grant request, we would be able
to obtain equipment that would substantially enhance our ability to attack these problems through increased
enforcement activities such as DUI checkpoints and dedicated DUI patrol efforts.
The Vernon Police Department has determined through an analysis of its traffic records that 193 people were
injured in traffic collisions reported in 2003. This is a 29% increase from the 2002 base year total of 150.
Currently, the Los Angeles County Warrant Repository shows that there are 165 active warrants from our
agency for 23152 VC and 23153 VC. A significant number of DUI violators are not appearing in court as
required. With recidivism rates estimated at about 33% statewide (MADD statistics), we need to make sure
these warrants are followed up on and the violators held accountable for their actions.
Top 10 High Collision Intersections
1. Atlantic Boulevard & Bandini Boulevard
2. Atlantic Boulevard & District Boulevard
3. Seville Avenue & Vernon Avenue
4. Vernon Avenue & Soto Street
5. 37 h Street & Santa Fe Avenue
6. Alcoa Avenue & Slauson Avenue
7. District Boulevard & Cudahy Avenue
8. Santa Fe Avenue & Vernon Avenue
9. Downey Road & Leonis Boulevard
10. Pacific Boulevard & Vernon Avenue
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ATTEMPTS TO SOLVE THE PROBLEM
Currently there is no dedicated officer assigned specifically to traffic enforcement duties. Traffic enforcement
is handled as time permits in between other call related activities.
The Vernon Police Department is currently developing a traffic safety plan, which through analysis will identify
the five highest collision locations, and the five most enforceable Primary Collision Factors (PCF). This
information will then be provided to the traffic officer who has been selected (manpower permitting) so that
he/she can concentrate their enforcement efforts in the areas of concern for both the department and the public.
As previously stated, the Vernon Police Department has addressed the problem of the DUI driver by
encouraging all patrol officers to actively investigate their observations of possible DUI drivers. Unfortunately,
because of a limited number of officers, we have not been able to assign personnel to focus specifically on this
problem. Frequently, our officers are busy answering other calls and are not typically available to make DUI
enforcement a primary objective. We have also directed all patrol officers to carry a PAS device with them
while on patrol to further encourage them to enforce DUI laws.
Currently, the Department has sent 14 patrol officers through a 40 hours POST approved DUI seminar with
plans to continue sending officers until everyone has gone through the course. Additionally, the Department
has 3 CHP certified instructors in Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST). The course was offered in part
by a grant funded through the Office of Traffic Safety. Utilizing the 3 certified instructors, the Department will
conduct in-house training in SFST until all patrol officers have been trained in this area.
PROJECT GOALS
These goals serve as the foundation upon which the project is built, and what we hope to accomplish by
implementing our program.
1. To maintain the number of persons killed in alcohol -related collisions at zero from the 2003 base year to
September 30, 2006.
2. To reduce the number of persons injured in alcohol -related collisions by 10% from the calendar year 2003
base total of 9 to 8 by September 30, 2006.
3. To maintain the number of hit & run fatal collisions at zero from the 2003 base year to September 30, 2006.
4. To reduce the number of hit & run injury collisions by 10% from a 2003 base year total of 16 to 14 by
September 30, 2006.
5. To maintain nighttime (2100-0259 hours) fatal collisions at zero from the 2003 base year total to September
30, 2006.
6. To reduce nighttime (2100-0259 hours) injury collisions by 10% from a 2003 base year total of 18 to 16 by
September 30, 2006.
7. To increase seat belt compliance 4 percentage points from the calendar 2003 base year total of 93% to 97%
by September 30, 2006.
PROJECT OBJECTIVES
These objectives are the tasks, activities, or strategies that will be undertaken during the project period to make
our goals a reality.
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1. To conduct 4 sobriety checkpoints by September 30, 2005 and an additional 4 sobriety checkpoints by
September 30, 2006.
2. To conduct 8 sobriety saturation patrols by September 30, 2005 and an additional 8 sobriety saturation
patrols by September 30, 2006.
3. To send an additional 4 officers to an advanced DUI enforcement techniques training course by September
30, 2005 and an additional 4 officers by September 30, 2006.
4. To increase the total number of vehicles impounded (30 day holds) by 5% from the calendar 2003 base year
of 137 to 144 by September 30, 2005 and by an additional 5% from 144 to 151 by September 30, 2006.
5. To develop a Warrant Service detail targeting repeat DUI violators ("the worst of the worst") who have
failed to show up at court and have outstanding warrants. We will conduct 11 warrant sweeps by September
30, 2005 and an additional 11 warrant sweeps by September 30, 2006.
6. To develop and maintain a well coordinated, bi-lingual public information and education program
addressing the issue of Driving Under the Influence (DUI) by partnering with billboard owners to use
billboards targeting major arterial corridors into the City, developing hand-out materials and using our in-
house Reverse 911 Community Notification System to reach an estimated 1,400 companies employing an
estimated 45,000 people by September 30, 2006.
7. To e-mail or fax all press releases or media advisories/alerts to our Regional Coordinator and OTS Public
Information Officer at i�o(a,ots.ca.gov for approval in advance of their release.
8. To use the following standard language in all press materials: "Funding for this program was provided by
a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety through the Business, Transportation and
Housing Agency."
9. To issue a press release announcing the kick-off of the project by January 31, 2005.
10. To conduct seat belt usage surveys during the months of March and September of each grant year.
11. To increase seat belt citations as a percent of total hazardous or moving citations issued by 15 percentage
points from the 2003 base year rate of 1 % to 16% by September 30, 2006.
12. To increase the number of DUI arrests by 10% from a 2003 base total of 167 to 184 by September 30, 2005
and an additional 10% to 200 by September 30, 2006.
13. To increase the enforcement of violations of Vehicle Code Sections 14601 and 12500 by 10% from the
calendar year 2003 base total of 715 to 787 by September 30, 2006.
14. To reduce the number of current, active warrants targeting primarily multiple DUI offenders ("the worst of
the worst") in the Los Angeles County Central Warrant Repository by 25% from the current level of 165 to
124 by September 30, 2006.
Note: Nothing in this agreement shall be interpreted as a requirement, formal or informal, that a police officer
issue a specified or predetermined number of citations in pursuance of the obligations hereunder.
METHOD OF PROCEDURE
Phase 1— Proeram Preparation (October 1, 2004 — December 31, 2004)
One command officer and the project director will attend the OTS Police Traffic Services Seminar to gather
ideas and methods from OTS staff and project personnel from other agencies.
The Sergeant in charge of the Department's training program will evaluate available schools for their
appropriateness in relation to this project and schedule personnel as needed.
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During this phase, enforcement techniques will be developed. All members of the Vernon Police Department
will receive a briefing on the goals and objectives of the traffic program and other participation effort expected
of all members.
Schedules for checkpoint operations, community events and related activities will be completed.
The Project Manager will be responsible to the selection, purchase and installation of all necessary equipment.
The Vernon Police Department will provide the necessary equipment for members to effectively carry out all
duties of the grant.
The District Attorney's office will be provided a calendar of our scheduled events and will be encouraged to
participate in our checkpoints.
Coordinate with the Traffic Safety Engineer to ensure that all speeds are set as reasonable levels with no lapse
in the Engineering and Traffic Survey.
Phase 2 — Implementation of Comprehensive Traffic Safety Program (January 1, 2005 —September 30,
2006)
The implementation stage will begin after training has been completed. Traffic and Uniformed Patrol Officers
will follow strict enforcement of 12500 and 14601 to include impounding of vehicles of motorists operating in
violation of these sections. Uniformed personnel will focus on detecting motorists who are driving under the
influence of alcohol and/or drugs.
The Project Manager and traffic personnel will meet monthly to plan and schedule deployment, evaluate
statistical data, address problem areas, schedule public information and education appearances and evaluate if
project objectives are being met.
The Project Manager will commit his/her non -enforcement time to program publicity, community education,
logistics, checkpoint operational support and OTS quarterly and year-end reporting.
We will conduct DUI Checkpoints, saturation patrols and warrant service programs throughout the project
period. DUI arrest records, and collision statistics will determine the locations and timing of enforcement
activities.
Phase 3 —Community Involvement (Throughout Project Period)
Community Involvement will be encouraged throughout the duration of the project.
We will conduct a strong public awareness campaign through newspapers, the intemet and other available
media informing the public of our project and problems associated with driving under the influence, and driving
while unlicensed or with a suspended license.
We will establish a liaison with local new media to advise the public of all checkpoint programs and related
educational programs.
We will continue to form collaborative efforts with our District Attorney's office, area drug/alcohol agencies,
schools, hospitals, community groups, businesses and employee groups.
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We will provide public information through specially prepared literature and promotional items relating to
unlicensed drivers, and driving under the influence. All literature will be printed in English and Spanish.
Phase 4 — Data Gathering and Analysis (Throughout Project Duration)
Program data will be analyzed periodically and the results will be incorporated into timely reports. Quarterly
project evaluation reports will be prepared by the Project Manager and submitted to the Office of Traffic Safety.
These reports will involve in-depth analysis of the project's accomplishments and to ensure that project
objectives are met.
They will include information concerning any changes made by the Project Director in planning or guiding
project efforts. The reports will also include budgetary information in the format specified by the Office of
Traffic Safety. The following are some of the methods to be used to evaluate the success of the program.
A. Computer Printout Information
The establishment of the enforcement program will begin with the identification of current problems
affecting the City. To accomplish this, an information system has been established that is capable of
tracking historic trends as well as providing up-to-date information on vehicle collisions and
enforcement activity data. Statistical information will be gathered and evaluated on a monthly basis.
The purpose of the statistical information is to maximize the productive use of officer time and to
achieve meaningful reductions of traffic collisions and/or violations throughout the City. The use of
statistical information is to keep abreast of changes in violation and collision patterns. This information
will be provided to Department personnel and the Office of Traffic Safety.
B. Activity Logs
The Police Department will utilize the Computer Aided Dispatch System that will keep accurate activity
logs of project personnel. This system will allow the city to measure the number of traffic stops,
disposition (verbal warning, citation, arrest), and gather data regarding the time spent on these activities.
This information will be used to evaluate the effectiveness of enforcement.
C. Supervision
The Project Director and Project Manager will maintain close supervision of the program. The Project
Manager will make recommendation for the deployment of personnel in order to maintain maximum
effectiveness.
Phase 5 — Final Report and Executive Summary
Begin the Final Report and Executive Summary in accordance with OTS requirements specified in the Grant
Program Manual, Chapter 7. Both will be submitted to OTS within 60 days after the grant ends.
METHOD OF EVALUATION
Using the data compiled, the project manager will evaluate: (1) how well the stated project goals(s) and
objectives were accomplished; (2) if all the activities outlined in the Method of procedures were performed in
accordance with the grant agreement; and (3) was the project cost effective?
OTS-38b (Rev. 3/03)
SCHEDULE A
PROJECT NO: AL0585
I PROJECT DESCRIPTION PAGE 8
STATEMENT OF INTENT
The Vernon Police Department is committed to the safety of all motorists through education, engineering and
enforcement. The Vernon Police Department will continue programs developed by this project and will
continue the enforcement of all violations of the Vehicle Code.
OTS-38b (Rev. 3/03)
SCHEDULE A-1
PROJECT No: AL0585
ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT STATEMENT — Explain what type of priority this project has in your jurisdiction.
The City Council of Vernon considers the prevention of injuries and/or death due to traffic collisions to be of
the highest priority. As such, they enthusiastically endorsed the goals of this project by resolution and by
budgeting funds as shown below.
The Chief of Police is dedicated to the goal of traffic collision reduction and fully intends to meet the goals and
objectives of this project.
AGENCY CONTRIBUTION — Explain what services or funds are being contributed by your agency in support of this project.
The City of Vernon will provide the following services. The 24 Month contributions will be as follows:
Contributed Item
%
FY-1
FY-2 FY-3
Project Director (Police Captain)
100%
$7,082.88
$7,082.88
Project Manager (Police Sergeant)
44%
$10,920.00
$10,920.00
Vernon Service Officer
100%
$1,732.48
$1,732.48
(DUI Saturation Patrol)
Dispatcher
100%
$4,807.62
$4,807.62
(Saturation Patrol & Warrant Detail)
Total Agency Contribution
$24,542.98 $24,542.98
OTS-38c (Rev. 3/03)
SCHEDULE B
PAGE 1
DETAILED BUDGET ESTIMATE
PROJECT NO. AL0585
FISCAL YEAR ESTIMATES
COST CATEGORY
-2
10/01/04 to
10/01/05 to
9/30/06
-3
FY-4
TOTAL COST
TO PROJECT
A. PERSONNEL COSTS
9/30/05
Positions and Salaries
Sergeant 304 hrs @ $37.45 hr
$5,692.40
$5,692.40
$11,384.80
Officers 1336 hrs @ $31.50 hr
21,042.00
21,042.99
42,084.99
VSO 348 hrs @ $21.13 hr
3,676.62
3,676.62
7,353.24
Dispatcher 64 hrs @ $21.64 hr
692.48
692.48
1,384.96
BENEFITS (Please see Sch B-1
0.00
for rate breakdown)
Sergeant 304 hrs @ $17.15 hr
2,606.80
2,606.80
5,213.60
(45.8%)
Officers 1336 hrs @ $15.12 hr
10,100.16
10,100.16
20,200.32
(48%)
VSO 348 hrs @ $5.94 hr (28.1%)
1,033.56
1,033.56
2,067.12
Dispatcher 64 hrs @ $5.99 hr
191.68
191.68
383.36
(27.7%)
0.00
Category Sub -Total
1 $45,035.701
$46,036.691
$0.001
$0.001
$90,072.39
B. TRAVEL EXPENSE
In -State
$1,200.00
$1,200.00
$2,400.00
0.00
0.00
Category Sub -Total
$1,200.00
$1,200.00
$0.001
$0.001
$2,400.00
C. CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
N/A
$0.00
0.00
0.00
Category Sub -Total
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
OTS-38d (Rev. 3/03)
SCHEDULE B '
PAGE 2
DETAILED BUDGET ESTIMATE
PROTECT NO. AI.0585
FISCAL YEAR ESTIMATES
COST CATEGORY
FY-1
10/01/04 to
9/30/05
_
10/01/05 to
9/30/06
FY-3
FY-4
TOTAL COST
TO PROJECT
D. EQUIPMENT
DUI Trailer- Fully Equipped
$20,000.00
$20,000.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
Category Sub-Tota
$20,000.00
$0.001
$0.001
$0.001
$20,000.00
E. OTHER DIRECT COSTS
Educational Materials
$3,000.00
$3,000.00
Promotional Items.
1,000.00
1,000.00
(2) PAS Breath Alcohol Testing
1,800.00
1,800.00
Devices
PAS Computer & Printer
900.00
900.00
(1) 2000 ct. PAS Mouthpieces
500.00
500.00
Film & Processing
$300.00
300.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
Category Sub -Total
$7,500.001
$0.001
$0.001
$0.00
$7,500.00
F. INDIRECT COSTS
N/A
$0.00
Category Sub -Total
$0.00
$0.001
$0.001
$0.00
$0.00
PROJECT TOTAL
$73,763.31
$46,236.69
$0.00
$0.00
$120,000.00
OTS-38e (Rev. 3/03)
SCHEDULE B-1
PROJECTNo: AL0585
BUDGET NARRATIVE
Personnel Costs
PAGE 1
The project manager (Sergeant) will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the project. The
project manager will be actively involved in the preparation for project implementation including the
acquisition of all required equipment. He will also be involved in creating the scheduling, maintaining costs
within the approved amounts for each category, maintaining adequate records for validation of project progress
and accountability for all funds expended on the project, submitting required project and conducting a project
evaluation.
The Officers working the project will be carrying out duties in furtherance of the project goals. They will be
participating in warrant sweeps and DUI saturation patrols. They will be actively involved in conducting DUI
checkpoints and providing drunk driving prevention information to the public.
The Vernon Service Officer (VSO) will provide assistance with setting -up and breaking down all DUI
checkpoints. They will also be responsible for the booking and processing of all arrestees made in connection
with the scheduled checkpoints; saturation patrols, and warrant sweeps.
A Dispatcher will be assigned to each scheduled DUI checkpoint in support of field personnel. The Dispatcher
will assist with running subjects and vehicles through JDIC and CLETS, and preparing RAP sheets for all
arrests made in connection with the checkpoints.
Benefits Rate Breakdown:
Sergeant: PERS (34.20%) - $12.81
Health Benefits ($7,500/yr) - $3.61
Workers Comp ($1,500/yr) - $0.73
Total benefit hourly rate = $17.15
Officer: PERS (34.20%) - $10.78
Health Benefits ($7,500/yr) - $3.61
Workers Comp ($1,500/yr) - $0.73
Total benefit hourly rate = $15.12
VSO: PERS (8.926%) - $1.89
Health Benefits ($7,500/yr) - $3.61
Workers Comp ($900/yr) - $0.44
Total benefit hourly rate = $5.94
Dispatcher: PERS (8.926%) - $1.94
Health Benefits ($7,500/yr) - $3.61
Workers Comp ($900/yr) - $0.44
Total benefit hourly rate = $5.99
OTS-38f (Rev. 3/03)
SCHEDULE B-1
PRojECTNO: AL0585
BUDGET NARRATIVE
I Travel Expense
PAGE 2
Travel funds will be utilized for travel per diem to attend the OTS Summit and Police Traffic Services Seminar
or other approved OTS training. All travel claimed would be reimbursed at the City of Vernon approved rate.
I Contractual Services
I N/A
i Equipment
DUI Checkpoint Trailer: One new transport trailer designed and equipped for DUI checkpoints will be
purchased in FY-I to facilitate and aid in conducting the 8 DUI checkpoints planned for this project and
projected future DUI enforcement programs.
I Other Direct Costs
Educational / Promotional Material: Funds will be used to purchase promotional items that contain a traffic
safety message directly relating to this project. These items will consist of pens, cups, t-shirts, pins, stickers,
etc, and will be distributed at traffic safety fairs and DUI checkpoints.
IFunds will be used to purchase two PAS Blood Alcohol Breath Testing Devices, for use in DUI enforcement
activities.
Funds will be used to purchase one PAS computer and printer to be utilized in DUI enforcement activities.
IFunds will be used to purchase (1) 2000 ct. box of PAS Mouthpieces to be utilized in DUI enforcement
activities.
IFunds will be used to purchase and develop film that will be used to document DUI investigations in connection
with this project.
I Indirect Costs
I N/A
Program Income
There will be no program income generated as a result of this project.
OTS-38f (Rev. 3/03)
SUPPORTING
DOCUMENTS
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
BUSINESS, TRANSPORTATION AND HOUSING AGENCY
ARNOLD SCHWARZENEGGER, GOVERNOR
SUNNE WRIGHT MoPEAK, SEORLrrARV
OFFIOR OF TRAFFIO SAFWff
7000 FRANKLIN BOULEVARD, SUITE "0
SACRAMENTO, CA 95823-1899
www.ots.ca.gov
(916) 262-0990
(800) 735-2929 (TT/TDD-Referral)
(916) 262-2960 (FAX)
October 29, 2004
Steven Towles, Captain
Vernon Police Department
4305 South Santa Fe Avenue
Vernon, CA 90058
Dear Captain Towles:
IALIFOOMIA OFFIC■
OT T!APPIC SAFITT
Project No. AL0585
The Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) has approved your traffic safety project as part of the
California Traffic Safety Program.
Costs incurred must be in accordance with your grant agreement, and recorded in your
accounting system. No other costs can be allowed without prior OTS approval. Costs incurred
prior to the starting date or subsequent to the closing date of this project are not reimbursable.
Within the first quarter of your grant period, your Regional Coordinator will provide you with
information about operational and fiscal requirements, as well as tools to manage your new
project.
Please refer to the above project number in all your communications with this office. If you have
any questions, please contact your Regional Coordinator, Patricia Mora Rey, at (916) 262-0981
or e-mail at pmora@ots.ca.gov.
Sincerely,
CHRISTOPHER J. MURPHY
Interim Director
81.
Enclosures
cc: Bruce V. Malkenhorst
Sharon Johnson
Fiscal
':.. • t",":., �. State of California
'
a J Business, Transportation & Housing Agency
-�
t� PROJECT NUMBER
OFFICE OF TRAFFIC SAFETY AL0585
GRANT AGREEMENT
PAGE 1 (To be completed by applicant Agency)
1. PROJECT TITLE
. COMPREHENSIVE TRAFFIC SAFETY PROGRAM
2. NAME OF APPLICANT AGENCY
4. PROJECT PERIOD
CITY OF VERNON
Month — Day - Year
From: 10-01-04
3. AGENCY UNIT TO HANDLE PROJECT
VERNON POLICE DEPARTMENT
To: 09-30-06
5. PROJECT DESCRIPTION (Summarize the project plan covering the objectives, method of procedures, evaluation, and end product
in approximately 100 words. Space is limited to six lines.)
The Comprehensive Traffic Safety Program is intended to address several traffic safety priorities identified, including DUI
enforcement, occupant protection education & enforcement, and enforcement of suspended/revoked/unlicensed driver
violations. Our goals include reductions in the number of people killed or injured in all collisions, including alcohol
involved, hit & run, and those where passenger restraints were not used. This program will also increase DUI arrests,
removal of unlicensed drivers or those driving with a revoked or suspended license, and the number of active warrants for
multiple DUI violations served. We will accomplish this by conducting DUI checkpoints, saturation patrols for DUI,
training personnel in advanced enforcement techniques, increasing targeted enforcement, developing a comprehensive bi-
lingual education campaign encouraging the use of passenger restraint devices and creating a warrant service detail to
target multiple DUI offenders.
6. FEDERAL FUNDS ALLOCATED UNDER THIS AGREEMENT SHALL NOT EXCEED: $ 120,000.00
7. APPROVAL SIGNATURES
A. PROJECT DIRECTOR
B. AUTHORIZING OFFICIAL OF APPLICANT AGENCY
NAME: Steven Towles PHONE: (323) 587-5171
NAME: Bruce V. Malkenhorst PHONE:(323) 583-8811
TITLE: Captain FAX: (323) 583-5236
TITLE: City Manager FAX: (323) 581-7924
ADDRESS: 4305 S. Santa Fe Ave.
ADDRESS: 4305 S. Santa Fe Ave.
Vernon, CA 90058
Vernon, CA 90058
E-MAIL: stowles@ci.Vernon.ca.us
E-MAIL:
(Signature) (Date)
(Signature) (Date)
C. FISCAL OR ACCOUNTING OFFICIAL
D. OFFICE AUTHORIZED TO RECEIVE PAYMENTS
NAME: Sharon Johnson PHONE: (323) 583-8811
NAME: City Treasurer
TITLE: Deputy City Treasurer FAx: (323) 583-4451
ADDRESS: 4305 S. Santa Fe Ave.
ADDRESS:`'. 4305 S. Santa Fe Ave.
Vernon, CA 90058
Vernon, CA 90058
E-MAIL:
QStgna3t e) (Date)
OTS-38 (Rev. 3/03)
Page 2 (Office of Traffic Safety Use Only)
EFFECTIVE DATE OF AGREEMENT: 10/1/2004
GRANTEE VERNON PD PROJECT NO. AL0585
8. Action No. 1 Date: 10/26/2004
10. TYPE OF AGREEMENT
Initial
Revision
Cont.
FUND
PROGRAM TASK NO.
r
F.Y.
1
Revision No. Date:
164
05-AL 2
2005
9. Action Taken
11. FUNDING DISPOSITION & STATUS
Fiscal Year
Amount
Initial approval 2005 HSP funds obligated.
2004-05
73,763.31
2005-06
s6,236.69
Total
120,000.00
Obligated This Action
73,763.31
Previously Obligated
0.00
Total Amount Obligated
73,763.31
Amount Suspended
46,236.69
State FY 2004-05
2700-101-0890 (208/04)
TOTAL FUNDS PROGRAMMED
120,000.00
Federal Catalog No. 20.600
12. BUDGET SUMMARY (From Schedule B Detail) - f ISCAL
YEAR GRANT
PERIOD
ENDING: 9/30/2005
2005
2004-05
TOTAL PROJECT
COST CATEGORY
GRANT PERIOD
PRIOR GRANT
TOTAL GRANT
BUDGET ESTIMATE
A. Personnel Costs
45,035.70
0.00
45,035.70
90,072.39
B. Travel Expenses
1,200.00
0.00
1,200.00
2,400.00
C. Contractual Services
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
D. Equipment
20,000.00
0.00
20,000.00
20,000.00
E. Other Direct Costs
7,527.61
0.00
7,527.61
7,527.61
F. Indirect Costs
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
TOTAL FEDERAL FUNDS
73,763.31
0.00
73,763.31
120,000.00
13. PROJECT APPROVAL & AUTHORIZATION
TO EXPEND OBLIGATED FUNDS
A. APPROVAL RECOMMENDED BY
B. AGREEMENT & FUNDING AUTHORIZED BY
NAME: PATRICIA MORA REY
NAME: CHRISTOPHER J. MURPHY
TITLE: Regional Coordinator
TITLE: Interim Director
PHONE: (916) 262-0981
E-MAIL: pmora@ots.ca.gov
ce of Traffic Safety
Office of Traffic Safety
0 Franklin Blvd., Suite 440
7000 Franklin Blvd., Suite 440
i2hamento, C 823
Sacramento, CA 95823
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OTS-38a* (Rev 5/98)
SCHEDULE A
PROJECT NO: AL0585
I PROJECT DESCRIPTION PAGE 1 I
BACKGROUND
A. GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS
The City of Vernon, located approximately 4 miles southeast of downtown Los Angeles, is a very unique city
comprised primarily of businesses and industry. It is a very diverse community with a daytime population of
over 50,000, representing a wide variety of ethnicities, cultures and backgrounds. Surrounded by densely
populated, lower socio-economic areas, it is a major source of employment for the Southeast Los Angeles
community. The City is perhaps the main distribution point for products brought in through the Los Angeles
Harbor and delivered by rail services to destinations throughout the country.
B. STREET AND HIGHWAYS
The City of Vernon is bordered generally by the Long Beach Freeway (710), Harbor Freeway (110), Santa
Monica Freeway (10), and the Century Freeway (105). There are over 47 miles of roadway, including three
main thoroughfares, Alameda Street, Soto Street, and Santa Fe Avenue, which serve as the main arteries
connecting the downtown area and East Los Angeles with a large number of cities within the Southeast
portion of Los Angeles County. Each day, the population of the city swells from a residential population of
83 to a working population in excess of 50,000. This does not take account for all of the commercial traffic
associated with the commerce that is carried out each day by the over 1400 businesses located in the city.
A few years back the City annexed the entire area adjacent to the Atlantic/Bandini Blvd. off -ramp of the
Long Beach Freeway. This off -ramp is one of just two which serve the entire Southeast Area, including the
cities of Bell, Bell Gardens, Huntington Park, Maywood, South Gate, Commerce and Vernon. It is also the
main off -ramp for trucks moving product from the expansive rail yards that serve most of the Western States.
Hobart Yard, the main railroad yard serving most of Los Angeles County lies on the northern -most tip of the
City. This is a final destination point for trains coming in from all over the country as well as those used to
help transport foreign cargo delivered by freighter to the harbor. Commuter trains also must use rail lines
that traverse the yard while they are en route to the train depot in downtown Los Angeles. This often results
in freight train stoppages that negatively impact the flow of traffic on surface streets. Burlington Northern
Santa Fe Railroad, Union Pacific Railroad, Amtrak and Metro rail among others, use this facility. With the
increasing global trade market, there has been an increase in demand for rail services, resulting in an increase
in both train traffic and overall train length. The resulting traffic congestion caused by slow -moving trains or
temporary blockages is an issue of concern for the Police Department as well as the business community that
risks the loss of revenue due to delays in service.
C. OPERATING DEPARTMENTS
Although ours is primarily a transient population, the businesses and the people they employ look to the
Vernon Police Department to provide the finest policing services available. To deliver these services, the
Vernon Police Department is authorized to employ 59 sworn members and 29 non -sworn personnel. In
addition to deploying officers in the more traditional role of uniformed patrol and investigations, our
Department also participates in regional task forces addressing issues such as auto theft, cargo theft and
narcotics interdiction.
OTS-38b (Rev. 3/03)
SCHEDULE A
PROJECT NO: AL0585
PROJECT DESCRIPTION PAGE 2 1
D. EXISTING SYSTEMS
Currently there is no dedicated patrol officer assigned that is responsible exclusively for traffic and/or DUI
enforcement. Traffic enforcement and DUI enforcement is handled as time permits in between other call
related activities. As a result, the City and its Police Department has implemented several processes in an
attempt to effectively manage the flow of traffic in as safe a manner as possible. They are as follows.
The Police Department will soon implement a Traffic Enforcement and Collision Reduction Plan that will target
the top five (5) collision locations and the top five (5) Primary Collision Factors. To achieve long-term results
in reducing traffic violations and collisions, the Police Department will take a specialist approach to traffic
enforcement. An officer will be assigned as a traffic unit and will be deployed to problem areas that have been
identified by patrol, the community, and through statistical analysis. The traffic unit's function is to provide
selective enforcement to problem areas with the goal being the reduction of collisions and/or vehicle code
violations in the area.
The current Field Training Program requires newly trained officers to develop skills in the areas of traffic
control, vehicle code enforcement and collision investigation. Uniformed patrol officers are encouraged to
enforce vehicle code violations as part of their normal patrol duties.
Drivers who are uninsured, unlicensed or are driving on a suspended or revoked license are cited or arrested.
The vehicles they are driving are impounded for 30 days per the vehicle code.
Detectives are assigned responsibility for conducting follow-up investigation of all injury or fatal collisions as
well as all hit and run collisions, regardless of injuries. Detectives are responsible for filing all cases arising out
of an investigated collision. They also work closely with the District Attorney's office on issues relating to
trains and their impact on the safe movement of traffic through the city.
The Patrol Sergeant assigned to oversee the department's traffic enforcement efforts is an active participant in
traffic safety programs of the Peace Officers Association of Los Angeles County (POALAC) Traffic committee.
He acts as the conduit for the Department in sharing relevant information developed by this organization. The
Department, allocating additional personnel when possible, also participates in the various countywide traffic
enforcement programs that POALAC is currently conducting.
In addition to training all officers in the area of DUI enforcement, each officer is trained in the use of the
Intoximeter machine as well as the Preliminary Alcohol Screening device. The Department received a few of
these units through a state program and our last OTS Grant, and requires each officer to check one out during
each shift if one is available. (We currently have 12 of these PAS devices). This is done in an effort to reinforce
the seriousness with which we view the problem of the DUI driver and to provide the officer with the tools he
or she needs to make an accurate assessment of the level of impairment of a vehicle operator.
Additional training includes sending several officers to a vehicle code update class and providing training to all
officers in the area of Hazardous Material Response and Enforcement. Several videos produced by the National
Highway Traffic Safety Administration including "The Visual Detection of DWI (Driving While Intoxicated)
Motorists", are required viewing for all patrol officers.
In addition to the Police Department's efforts to provide a pro -active approach to traffic enforcement, the City's
Community Services Department works to improve the safety of the motoring public through planning and
engineering. The Community Services Department prepares it's O'wn annual traffic collision report which
OTS-38b (Rev. 3/03)
, I.
SCHEDULE A
PROJECT No: AL0585
PROJECT DESCRIPTION PAGE 3 I
provides insight into the causes of collisions and the factors which contribute to those collisions and the
frequency with which they occur at any given location. They have taken an active role in responding to the
traffic related concerns of the public by conducting site visits to assess the safety conditions at a given location.
They have conducted traffic volume studies and made changes such as roadway or lane widening, adjusted the
timing and synchronization of traffic signals, adding cross walks and stop signs and improving lighting in areas
where such improvements are warranted. These efforts are made in an attempt to help cut down on traffic
collisions, which, it is estimated, result in economic losses of over 3 million dollars per year statewide.
PROBLEM STATEMENT
The Vernon Police Department has taken an aggressive approach to enforcing all traffic laws, but currently
lacks the resources and manpower necessary to implement the specific enforcement programs we believe are
necessary to improve the safety of the motoring public.
According to the Office of Traffic Safety rankings for 2002, in nearly every category, including total fatal and
injury collisions, alcohol involved collisions, speed related collisions, nighttime collisions and hit & run
collisions, Vernon ranks number 1 out of the 31 Group G cities, based upon population statistics. This is a
rather dubious honor in that it means that in each category, this city has the highest incidence rate in each of
these categories when compared to the 31 other cities in this population group.
When compared to the other cities in OTS' Group G on the basis of vehicle miles, Vernon ranks near the top ten
in many of these same categories. These rankings exist in spite of our best efforts to commit available resources
to the problems. With additional funding obtained through the approval of this grant request, we would be able
to obtain equipment that would substantially enhance our ability to attack these problems through increased
enforcement activities such as DUI checkpoints and dedicated DUI patrol efforts.
The Vernon Police Department has determined through an analysis of its traffic records that 193 people were
injured in traffic collisions reported in 2003. This is a 29% increase from the 2002 base year total of 150.
Currently, the Los Angeles County Warrant Repository shows that there are 165 active warrants from our
agency for 23152 VC and 23153 VC. A significant number of DUI violators are not appearing in court as
required. With recidivism rates estimated at about 33% statewide (MADD statistics), we need to make sure
these warrants are followed up on and the violators held accountable for their actions.
Top 10 High Collision Intersections
1. Atlantic Boulevard & Bandini Boulevard
2. Atlantic Boulevard & District Boulevard
3. Seville Avenue & Vernon Avenue
4. Vernon Avenue & Soto Street
5. 37th Street & Santa Fe Avenue
6. Alcoa Avenue & Slauson Avenue
7. District Boulevard & Cudahy Avenue
8. Santa Fe Avenue & Vernon Avenue
9. Downey Road & Leonis Boulevard
10. Pacific Boulevard & Vernon Avenue
OTS-38b (Rev. 3/03)
SCHEDULE A
PROJECT NO: AL0585
PROJECT DESCRIPTION PAGE 4 I
ATTEMPTS TO SOLVE THE PROBLEM
Currently there is no dedicated officer assigned specifically to traffic enforcement duties. Traffic enforcement
is handled as time permits in between other call related activities.
The Vernon Police Department is currently developing a traffic safety plan, which through analysis will identify
the five highest collision locations, and the five most enforceable Primary Collision Factors (PCF). This
information will then be provided to the traffic officer who has been selected (manpower permitting) so that
he/she can concentrate their enforcement efforts in the areas of concern for both the department and the public.
As previously stated, the Vernon Police Department has addressed the problem of the DUI driver by
encouraging all patrol officers to actively investigate their observations of possible DUI drivers. Unfortunately,
because of a limited number of officers, we have not been able to assign personnel to focus specifically on this
problem. Frequently, our officers are busy answering other calls and are not typically available to make DUI
enforcement a primary objective. We have also directed all patrol officers to carry a PAS device with them
while on patrol to further encourage them to enforce DUI laws.
Currently, the Department has sent 14 patrol officers through a 40 hours POST approved DUI seminar with
plans to continue sending officers until everyone has gone through the course. Additionally, the Department
has 3 CHP certified instructors in Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST). The course was offered in part
by a grant funded through the Office of Traffic Safety. Utilizing the 3 certified instructors, the Department will
conduct in-house training in SFST until all patrol officers have been trained in this area.
PROJECT GOALS
These goals serve as the foundation upon which the project is built, and what we hope to accomplish by
implementing our program.
1. To maintain the number of persons killed in alcohol -related collisions at zero from the 2003 base year to
September 30, 2006.
2. To reduce the number of persons injured in alcohol -related collisions by 10% from the calendar year 2003
base total of 9 to 8 by September 30, 2006.
3. To maintain the number of hit & run fatal collisions at zero from the 2003 base year to September 30, 2006.
4. To reduce the number of hit & run injury collisions by 10% from a 2003 base year total of 16 to 14 by
September 30, 2006.
5. To maintain nighttime (2100-0259 hours) fatal collisions at zero from the 2003 base year total to September
30, 2006.
6. To reduce nighttime (2100-0259 hours) injury collisions by 10% from a 2003 base year total of 18 to 16 by
September 30, 2006.
7. To increase seat belt compliance 4 percentage points from the calendar 2003 base year total of 93% to 97%
by September 30, 2006.
PROJECT OBJECTIVES
These objectives are the tasks, activities, or strategies that will be undertaken during the project period to make
our goals a reality.
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SCHEDULE A
PROJECT NO: AL0585
PROJECT DESCRIPTION PAGE 5 1
1. To conduct 4 sobriety checkpoints by September 30, 2005 and an additional 4 sobriety checkpoints by
September 30, 2006.
2. To conduct 8 sobriety saturation patrols by September 30, 2005 and an additional 8 sobriety saturation
patrols by September 30, 2006.
3. To send an additional 4 officers to an advanced DUI enforcement techniques training course by September
A 2005 and an additional 4 officers by September 30, 2006.
4. To increase the total number of vehicles impounded (30 day holds) by 5% from the calendar 2003 base year
of 137 to 144 by September 30, 2005 and by an additional 5% from 144 to 151 by September 30, 2006.
5. To develop a Warrant Service detail targeting repeat DUI violators ("the worst of the worst") who have
failed to show up at court and have outstanding warrants. We will conduct 11 warrant sweeps by September
30, 2005 and an additional 11 warrant sweeps by September 30, 2006.
6. To develop and maintain a well coordinated, bi-lingual public information and education program
addressing the issue of Driving Under the Influence (DUI) by partnering with billboard owners to use
billboards targeting major arterial corridors into the City, developing hand-out materials and using our in-
house Reverse 911 Community Notification System to reach an estimated 1,400 companies employing an
estimated 45,000 people by September 30, 2006.
7. To e-mail or fax all press releases or media advisories/alerts to our Regional Coordinator and OTS Public
Information Officer at pio(@ots.ca.gov for approval in advance of their release.
8. To use the following standard language in all press materials: "Funding for this program was provided by
a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety through the Business, Transportation and
Housing Agency."
9. To issue a press release announcing the kick-off of the project by January 31, 2005.
10. To conduct seat belt usage surveys during the months of March and September of each grant year.
11. To increase seat belt citations as a percent of total hazardous or moving citations issued by 15 percentage
points from the 2003 base year rate of 1% to 16% by September 30, 2006.
12. To increase the number of DUI arrests by 10% from a 2003 base total of 167 to 184 by September 30, 2005
and an additional 10% to 200 by September 30, 2006.
13. To increase the enforcement of violations of Vehicle Code Sections 14601 and 12500 by 10% from the
calendar year 2003 base total of 715 to 787 by September 30, 2006.
14. To reduce the number of current, active warrants targeting primarily multiple DUI offenders ("the worst of
the worst") in the Los Angeles County Central Warrant Repository by 25% from the current level of 165 to
124 by September 30, 2006.
Note: Nothing in this agreement shall be interpreted as a requirement, formal or informal, that a police officer
issue a specified or predetermined number of citations in pursuance of the obligations hereunder.
METHOD OF PROCEDURE
Phase 1— Program Preparation (October 1, 2004 — December 31, 2004)
One command officer and the project director will attend the OTS Police Traffic Services Seminar to gather
ideas and methods from OTS staff and project personnel from other agencies.
The Sergeant in charge of the Department's training program will evaluate available schools for their
appropriateness in relation to this project and schedule personnel as needed.
OTS-38b (Rev. 3/03)
SCHEDULE A
PROJECT NO: AL0585
PROJECT DESCRIPTION PAGE 6 1
During this phase, enforcement techniques will be developed. All members of the Vernon Police Department
will receive a briefing on the goals and objectives of the traffic program and other participation effort expected
of all members.
Schedules for checkpoint operations, community events and related activities will be completed.
The Project Manager will be responsible to the selection, purchase and installation of all necessary equipment.
The Vernon Police Department will provide the necessary equipment for members to effectively carry out all
duties of the grant.
The District Attorney's office will be provided a calendar of our scheduled events and will be encouraged to
participate in our checkpoints.
Coordinate with the Traffic Safety Engineer to ensure that all speeds are set as reasonable levels with no lapse
in the Engineering and Traffic Survey.
Phase 2 — Implementation of Comprehensive Traffic Safety Program (January 1, 2005 —September 30,
2006)
The implementation stage will begin after training has been completed. Traffic and Uniformed Patrol Officers
will follow strict enforcement of 12500 and 14601 to include impounding of vehicles of motorists operating in
violation of these sections. Uniformed personnel will focus on detecting motorists who are driving under the
influence of alcohol and/or drugs.
The Project Manager and traffic personnel will meet monthly to plan and schedule deployment, evaluate
statistical data, address problem areas, schedule public information and education appearances and evaluate if
project objectives are being met.
The Project Manager will commit his/her non -enforcement time to program publicity, community education,
logistics, checkpoint operational support and OTS quarterly and year-end reporting.
We will conduct DUI Checkpoints, saturation patrols and warrant service programs throughout the project
period. DUI arrest records, and collision statistics will determine the locations and timing of enforcement
activities.
Phase 3 —Community Involvement (Throughout Project Period)
Community Involvement will be encouraged throughout the duration of the project.
We will conduct a strong public awareness campaign through newspapers, the internet and other available
media informing the public of our project and problems associated with driving under the influence, and driving
while unlicensed or with a suspended license.
We will establish a liaison with local new media to advise the public of all checkpoint programs and related
educational programs.
We will continue to form collaborative efforts with our District Attorney's office, area drug/alcohol agencies,
schools, hospitals, community groups, businesses and employee groups.
OTS-38b (Rev. 3/03)
SCHEDULE A
PROJECT NO: AL0585
I PROJECT DESCRIPTION PAGE 7
We will provide public information through specially prepared literature and promotional items relating to
unlicensed drivers, and driving under the influence. All literature will be printed in English and Spanish.
Phase 4 — Data Gathering and Analysis (Throughout Project Duration)
Program data will be analyzed periodically and the results will be incorporated into timely reports. Quarterly
project evaluation reports will be prepared by the Project Manager and submitted to the Office of Traffic Safety.
These reports will involve in-depth analysis of the project's accomplishments and to ensure that project
objectives are met.
They will include information concerning any changes made by the Project Director in planning or guiding
project efforts. The reports will also include budgetary information in the format specified by the Office of
Traffic Safety. The following are some of the methods to be used to evaluate the success of the program.
A. Computer Printout Information
The establishment of the enforcement program will begin with the identification of current problems
affecting the City. To accomplish this, an information system has been established that is capable of
tracking historic trends as well as providing up-to-date information on vehicle collisions and
enforcement activity data. Statistical information will be gathered and evaluated on a monthly basis.
The purpose of the statistical information is to maximize the productive use of officer time and to
achieve meaningful reductions of traffic collisions and/or violations throughout the City. The use of
statistical information is to keep abreast of changes in violation and collision patterns. This information
will be provided to Department personnel and the Office of Traffic Safety.
B. Activity Logs
The Police Department will utilize the Computer Aided Dispatch System that will keep accurate activity
logs of project personnel. This system will allow the city to measure the number of traffic stops,
disposition (verbal warning, citation, arrest), and gather data regarding the time spent on these activities.
This information will be used to evaluate the effectiveness of enforcement.
C. Supervision
The Project Director and Project Manager will maintain close supervision of the program. The Project
Manager will make recommendation for the deployment of personnel in order to maintain maximum
effectiveness.
Phase 5 — Final Report and Executive Summary
Begin the Final Report and Executive Summary in accordance with OTS requirements specified in the Grant
Program Manual, Chapter 7. Both will be submitted to OTS within 60 days after the grant ends.
METHOD OF EVALUATION
Using the data compiled, the project manager will evaluate: (1) how well the stated project goals(s) and
objectives were accomplished; (2) if all the activities outlined in the Method of procedures were performed in
accordance with the grant agreement; and (3) was the project cost effective?
OTS-38b (Rev. 3/03)
SCHEDULE A
PROTECT NO: AL0585
PROJECT DESCRIPTION PAGE 8 I
STATEMENT OF INTENT
The Vernon Police Department is committed to the safety of all motorists through education, engineering and
enforcement. The Vernon Police Department will continue programs developed by this project and will
continue the enforcement of all violations of the Vehicle Code.
OTS-38b (Rev. 3/03)
SCHEDULE A-1
PROJECT No: AL0585
ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT STATEMENT — Explain what type of priority this project has in your jurisdiction.
The City Council of Vernon considers the prevention of injuries and/or death due to traffic collisions to be of
the highest priority. As such, they enthusiastically endorsed the goals of this project by resolution and by
budgeting funds as shown below.
The Chief of Police is dedicated to the goal of traffic collision reduction and fully intends to meet the goals and
objectives of this project.
AGENCY CONTRIBUTION — Explain what services or funds are being contributed by your agency in support of this project.
The City of Vernon will provide the following services. The 24 Month contributions will be as follows:
Contributed Item
Project Director (Police Captain)
Project Manager (Police Sergeant)
Vernon Service Officer
(DUI Saturation Patrol)
IDispatcher
(Saturation -Patrol & Warrant Detail)
Total Agency Contribution
OTS-38c (Rev. 3/03)
100%
44%
100%
100%
FY-1 FY-2 FY-3
$7,082.88 $7,082.88
$10,920.00 $10,920.00
$1,732.48 $1,732.48
$4,807.62 $4,807.62
$24,542.98 $24,542.98
SCHEDULE B
PAGE 1
DETAILED BUDGET ESTIMATE
PROJECT No. AL0585
FISCAL YEAR ESTIMATES
COST CATEGORY
TOTAL COST
FY-1
FY-2
FY-3
FY-4
10/1/04
1011105
TO PROJECT
A. PERSONNEL COSTS
9/30/05
9/30/06
Positions and Salaries
Sergeant 304 hrs @ $37.45
$5,692.40
$5,692.40
$11,384.80
Officers 1336 hrs @ $31.50 hr
21,042.00
21,042.99
42,084.99
VSO 348 hrs @ $21.13 hr
3,676.62
3,676.62
7,353.24
Dispatcher 64 hrs @ $21.64
692.48
692.48
1,384.96
BENEFITS Per Position
0.00
Sergeant 304 hrs @ $17.15/hr
2,606.80
2,606.80
5,213.60
(45.8%)
Officers 1336 hrs @ $15.12/hr
10,100.16
10,100.16
20,200.32
(48%)
VSO 348 hrs @ $5.94/hr (28.1 %)
1,033.56
1,033.56
2,067.12
Dispatcher 64 hrs @ $5.99/hr
191.68
191.68
383.36
(27.7%)
0.00
Category Sub-T
D35.701
$45,036.691
.001
$0.00
$90,072.39
B. TRAVEL EXPENSE
In -State
$1,200.00
$1,200.00
$2,400.00
0.00
0.00
Category Sub-Tota
.001
$1,200.00
$0.00
$0.00
$2,400.00
C. CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
$0.00
0.00
Category Sub -Total
$0.00
$0.00
$0.001
$0.001
$0.00
OTS-38d (Rev. 3/03)
SCHEDULE B
PAGE 2
DETAILED BUDGET ESTIMATE
PROW= No. AL0585
FISCAL YEAR ESTIMATES
COST CATEGORY
TOTAL COST
FY-1
FY-2
FY-3
FY-4
10/1/04
10/1/05
TO PROJECT
D. EQUIPMENT
9/30/05
9/30/06
DUI Trailer- Fully Equipped
$20,000.00
$20,000.00
0.00
0.00
Category Sub-Totall
$20,000.001
$0.wL
$0.00
$0.00
$207000.00
E. OTHER DIRECT COSTS
Educational Materials
$3,000.00
$3,000.00
Promotional Items
$1,027.61
$1,027.61
(2) PAS Breath Alcohol Testing
1,800.00
1,800.00
Devices
PAS Computer & Printer
900.00
900.00
(1) 2000 ct. PAS Mouthpieces
500.00
500.00
Film & Processing
300.00
300.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
Category Sub -Total
$7,527.611
$0.00
1 $0.001
$0.001
$7,527.61
F. INDIRECT COSTS
N/A
$0.00
Category Sub -Total
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
$0.00
PROJECT TOTAL
$73,763.31
$46,236.69
$0.00
$0.00
$120,000.00
OTS-38e (Rev. 3/03)
SCHEDULE B-1
PROJECT No: AL0585
BUDGET NARRATIVE
Personnel Costs
PAGE 1
The project manager (Sergeant) will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the project. The
project manager will be actively involved in the preparation for project implementation including the
acquisition of all required equipment. He will also be involved in creating the scheduling, maintaining costs
within the approved amounts for each category, maintaining adequate records for validation of project progress
and accountability for all funds expended on the project, submitting required project and conducting a project
evaluation.
The Officers working the project will be carrying out duties in furtherance of the project goals. They will be
participating in warrant sweeps and DUI saturation patrols. They will be actively involved in conducting DUI
checkpoints and providing drunk driving prevention information to the public.
The Vernon Service Officer (VSO) will provide assistance with setting -up and breaking down all DUI
checkpoints. They will also be responsible for the booking and processing of all arrestees made in connection
with the scheduled checkpoints; saturation patrols, and warrant sweeps.
A Dispatcher will be assigned to each scheduled DUI checkpoint in support of field personnel. The Dispatcher
will assist with running subjects and vehicles through JDIC and CLETS, and preparing RAP sheets for all
arrests made in connection with the checkpoints.
Benefits Rate Breakdown:
Sergeant: PERS (34.20%) - $12.81
Health Benefits ($7,500/yr) - $3.61
Workers Comp ($1,500/yr) - $0.73
Total: benefit hourly rate = $17.15
Officer: PERS (34.20%) - $10.78
Health Benefits ($7,500/yr) - $3.61
Workers Comp ($1,500/yr) - $0.73
Total benefit hourly rate = $15.12
VSO: PERS (8.926%) - $1.89
Health Benefits ($7,500/yr) - $3.61
Workers Comp ($900/yr) - $0.44
Total benefit hourly rate = $5.94
Dispatcher: PERS (8.926%) - $1.94
Health Benefits ($7,500/yr) - $3.61
Workers Comp ($900/yr) - $0.44
Total benefit hourly rate = $5.99
OTS-38f (Rev. 3/03)
SCHEDULE B-1
PROJECT No: AL0585
BUDGET NARRATIVE
Travel Expense
PAGE 2
Travel funds will be utilized for travel per diem to attend the OTS Summit and Police Traffic Services Seminar
or other approved OTS training. All travel claimed would be reimbursed at the City of Vernon approved rate.
Contractual Services
N/A
Equipment
DUI Checkpoint Trailer: One new transport trailer designed and equipped for DUI checkpoints will be
purchased in FY-1 to facilitate and aid in conducting the 8 DUI checkpoints planned for this project and
projected future DUI enforcement programs.
Other Direct Costs
Educational / Promotional Material: Funds will be used to purchase promotional items that contain a traffic
safety message directly relating to this project. These items will consist of pens, cups, t-shirts, pins, stickers,
etc, and will be distributed at traffic safety fairs and DUI checkpoints.
Funds will be used to purchase two PAS Blood Alcohol Breath Testing Devices, for use in DUI enforcement
activities.
Funds will be used to purchase one PAS computer and printer to be utilized in DUI enforcement activities.
Funds will be used to purchase (1) 2000 ct. box of PAS Mouthpieces to be utilized in DUI enforcement
activities.
Funds will be used to purchase and develop film that will be used to document DUI investigations in connection
with this project.
Indirect Costs
fHOM
Program Income
There will be no program income generated as a result of this project.
OTS-38f (Rev. 3/03)
STATE OF CALIFORNIA • OFFICE OF TRAFFIC SAFETY
ACCEPTANCE OF CONDITIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
OTS-33 (Rev. 8/18/04)
Terms, Conditions, and Certifications Specific to the Agreement
Between the Office of Traffic Safety and the Applicant Agency
APPLICANT AGENCY
of Vernon
OTS PROJECT NUMBER
AL0585
The following are included herein and constitute a part of this Agreement:
OTS-38 —Page 1
Schedule B-1— Budget Narrative
Schedule A — Project Description
Schedule C — Quarterly Evaluation Data (when required)
Schedule A-1 — Administrative Support
Statement
OTS-33 — Terms, Conditions, and Certifications Specific to
the Agreement Between OTS and the Applicant Agency
Schedule B — Detailed Budget Estimate
General Terms, Conditions, and Certifications*
*See OTS Grant Program Manual, Volume II, Chapter 6. Volume II, available on-line at www.ots.ca.grov.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
It is understood and agreed by the Project Director and Authorizing Official that any grant received as a
result of this Agreement is subject to all federal and state regulations governing grants and to those
controls expressed in the California Traffic Grant Program Manuals which include, but are not limited to:
Quarterly Performance Reports and Reimbursement Claims must be submitted by the Project
Director to the Office of Traffic Safety by January 31, April 30, July 31, and October 31, during
each year of project operation.
2. OTS will withhold or disallow grant payments, reduce or terminate grant funds, and/or deny future
grant funding anytime a grantee fails to comply with any term or condition of the grant contract or
program guidelines (Volume II, Chapter 3.13). This may include, but is not limited to, the
following:
• Failure to submit acceptable and timely reimbursement claims.
• Failure to submit acceptable and timely quarterly performance reports; and
• Failure to submit an acceptable and timely Schedule C (Quarterly Evaluation Data OTS-38g).
(Applies only when a Schedule C has been required.)
3. If, during the term of the grant award, federal funds become reduced or eliminated, OTS may
immediately terminate or reduce the grant award upon written notice to the project director.
4. By October 31, "continuing" projects must submit a September 30 claim and a written justification
to support carrying forward prior year unexpended funds. September 30 claims and written
justifications, supporting the carrying forward of prior year unexpended funds, submitted after
November 30, will not be processed. The prior claim (i.e., June 30) will be considered the year-
end claim in order to close out the federal fiscal year ending September 30. In addition, prior year
unexpended funds will be deobligated and allocated to new projects.
5. All documentation required to request a project revision (i.e., time extensions, budget category
changes, and etc.) must be submitted to OTS prior to the effective date of change(s). For example:
OTS will not consider a request for a grant period time extension unless all necessary paperwork is
submitted prior to the existing grant termination date. Prior approval is required for all project
revisions (Volume II, Chapter 3.8).
6. No alteration or variation of the terms of this Agreement shall be valid unless made in writing and
signed by the parties hereto, and no oral understanding or agreement not incorporated herein shall
be binding on any of the parties hereto.
7. Additional terms and conditions identified in the OTS Grant Program Manual, Volume II,
Chapter 6, General Terms, Conditions, and Certifications (Exhibit 6-A), are incorporated
herein by reference and made a part of this document.
Enforcement Agencies Only:
8. Full time personnel funded under this project shall be dedicated in total to traffic law enforcement.
EXCEPT.
• In the case of a criminal offense committed in the officer's presence.
• In the case of response to an officer in distress.
• In the case of a riot where all available personnel must be committed.
9. Equipment funded under this project is subject to the same requirements as No. 8 above.
We, the officials named below, hereby swear that we are duly authorized legally, to bind the contractor or
grant recipient to the above described terms and conditions. Executed on the date and in the county
below, and is made under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California.
PROJECT DIRECTOR'S NAME EXECUTED IN THE COUNTY OF
Steven Towles Los Angeles
PROJECT DIRECTOR'S SIGNATURE DATE EXECUTED
TITLE
Captain
AUTHORIZING OFFICIAL'S NAME EXECUTED IN THE COUNTY OF
Bruce V. Malkenhorst Los Angeles
AUTHORIZ OFFICIAL'S SIGNATURE DATE EXECU D
TITLE
Chief Administrative Officer
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