Approve police purchase of non-lethal tactical equipment using grant funds
In Plain English
The police department received grant money to buy non-lethal weapons and equipment from Adamson Police Products. These tools give officers alternatives to firearms during confrontations. If approved, the city pays nothing since grants cover the full cost.
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Votes
Approve the grant funded Police Department purchase and request the written use of force policy be provided to the City Council
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