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Home My WebLink About11/19/2024 09.B. Resolution authorizing a grant agreement with the Washington Auto Theft Prevention Authority (WATPA) to purchase pursuit intervention equipment r `y s ljlt ii! s . BUSINESS OF THE CITY COUNCIL YAKIMA, WASHINGTON AGENDA STATEMENT Item No. 9.B. For Meeting of: November 19, 2024 ITEM TITLE: Resolution authorizing a grant agreement with the Washington Auto Theft Prevention Authority (WATPA) to purchase pursuit intervention equipment SUBMITTED BY: * Sergeant Eric Jones -Yakima Police Department SUMMARY EXPLANATION: Yakima Police Department applied for and was awarded grant funding from the Washington Auto Theft Prevention Authority (WATPA), in the amount of$23,250.00. The funding will be used to purchase pursuit intervention equipment, which will increase public safety when officers encounter fleeing vehicles. ITEM BUDGETED: N/A STRATEGIC PRIORITY 24-25: A Safe and Healthy Yakima RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution. ATTACHMENTS: Resolution_YPD_WATPA_grant Yakima GRANT MOU.docx WATPA Grant.pdf WATPA Grant 2.pdf Grappler Product Information_Rev 1.9.24 Copy.pdf 215 RESOLUTION NO. R-2024- A RESOLUTION approving a Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Yakima Police Department and the Washington Auto Theft Prevention Authority (WATPA), in which the Yakima Police Department has received funds through WATPA for the purchase of three (3) Police Grappler Systems. WHEREAS, the Yakima Police Department provides public safety services to victims/clients and to the community; and WHEREAS, the Yakima Police Department acts as a liaison between partners and other law enforcement agencies; and WHEREAS, each party continues to maintain its own legal and ethical obligations to honor client confidentiality and privacy; or depending on the agency, legal obligations to share information; and WHEREAS, the consent of receiving grant funding (sole purchase, equipmnent) from the Washington Auto Theft Prevention Authority (WATPA) for the sole purchase of the Police Grappler System and the training/installation included with said purchase. BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF YAKIMA: The Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Yakima Police Department, The Washington Auto Theft Prevention Authority (WATPA), for allocation of grant funding ($23,250.00) is approved, and the City Manager and the Chief of Police of the Yakima Police Department are authorized and directed to sign the attached Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Yakima Police Department and the Washington Auto Theft Prevention Authority (WATPA). ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL this 19th day of November, 2024. Patricia Byers, Mayor ATTEST: Rosalinda Ibarra, City Clerk 216 AGREEMENT BETWEEN YAKIMA POLICE DEPARTMENT AND THE WASHINGTON AUTO THEFT PREVENTION AUTHORITY AUTO THEFT PREVENTION GRANT PROGRAMA WARD AGREEMENT Award Recipient Name and Address: Yakima Police Department 200 S 3rd St Yakima,WA 98901 Award Period: Amount Approved 06/1/2024-06/30/25 823,250.00 Funding Authority: WASHINGTON AUTO THEFT PREVENTION AUTHORITY Requests for reimbursement under this agreement are subject to the following Budget: EQUIPMENT&TECHNOLOGY $23,250.00 IN WITNESS WHEREOF,the WATPA and RECIPIENT acknowledge and accept the terms of this AGREEMENT and attachments hereto,and in witness whereof have executed this AGREEMENT as of the date and year last written below. The rights and obligations of both parties to this AGREEMENT are governed by the information on this Award Sheet and other document incorporated herein by reference:Non-Supplanting Declaration. WATPA RECIPIENT Name/ Bryan Jeter Name/ Title: WATPA,Executive Director Title: Date: Date: 217 INSTRUCTIONS I. To be considered for funding, the proposed grant project: 1. o Must have a design where the activities and goals are realistic and attainable; o Must have a deliberate plan, with timelines, that exhaust grant allocation no later than June 30, 2025. o Grant proposals that include matching agency dollars will be given priority consideration to the following programs, in order of priority: 2. o Public Outreach programs that inform, educate, and provide crime prevention tips and suggestions that prepare the public to protect themselves against auto theft. o Innovative enforcement programs that leverage regional partnerships to combat auto theft. o Equipment that will assist local law enforcement to combat auto theft. o FTE personnel costs that are solely assigned to auto theft investigative, enforcement, and prosecution responsibilities. Enforcement or Investigations personnel should be assigned to established auto theft task forces (ATTF). o FTE(s) not assigned to an ATTF: The applicant agency must make a compelling case to justify the award, ensure the FTE(s) are exclusively dedicated to auto theft enforcement and investigation, and that supplanting is not a concern. Monthly reporting to WATPA will be a minimum requirement for any non ATTF funded position(s). Non ATTF positions will receive the lowest funding priority under this grant opportunity. o NOTE- There is no promise or guarantee that any personnel costs related to this grant opportunity will be extended beyond June 30, 2025. o Purchase of vehicles will not be considered under this grant. o Third party grant applications will not be considered during this supplemental grant process. This also includes construction of any auto theft task forces that have not been previously in service prior to July 1, 2023. II. The Project Summary and Evaluation should present information by which the eligibility and merit of the project can be assessed.Applications will be evaluated for funding consideration, according to the congruence of the project with the criteria stated above.The Project Summary and Evaluation cannot exceed 750 words (total) and must include: 1. PROPOSED PROJECT ACTIVITIES & EVALUATION a. Describe the specific goals and expected outcomes of the project. b. Describe how the Public Outreach/Innovative Programs/Equipment/Personnel will be used. c. Explain how the outcomes will be measured. d. Supplanting of funds is prohibited.To avoid a claim of supplanting the applicant must specifically address plans for the proposed FTE(s) after June 30, 2025, should the grant funding be discontinued. Direct Questions to: Bryan Jeter, Executive Director Washington Auto Theft Prevention Authority Phone: 253-677-8576 E-mail: bjeter@waspc.org Direct Applications to: 218 Rachelle Harwood, Executive Assistant Washington Auto Theft Prevention Authority Phone: 360-486-2380 E-mail: rharwood@waspc.org 219 WASHINGTON AUTO THEFT PREVENTION AUTHORITY WASHINGTON ASSOCIATION OF SHERIFFS AND POLICE CHIEFS 3060 Willamette Drive NE Lacey, WA 98516 - Phone: 360.486-2380 - Fax: 360.292.7269 Website: htp://www.WaAutoTheftPreventionAuthority.c�rg Bryan Jeter, WATPA Executive Director "Preventing and reducing auto theft in the State of Washington" Auto Theft Grant Program Supplemental-Grant Application Application deadline: April 30, 2024 The Washington Auto Theft Prevention Authority has made monies available for agency supplemental-grants. These grants are competitive and are intended to support: - Outreach that informs the public including auto theft education and prevention tips. -Auto Theft investigation, enforcement and prosecution - Equipment that is specifically designed to deter, reduce or investigate auto theft cases All monies must be expended, and equipment or services received, no later than June 30, 2025. Unexpended funds are not carried over to the next biennium. 220 G , Manufactured in the USA 500+ field grapples & counting! Pricing Grappler Police Bumper Unit - $6,500/unit - $7,000/unit depending on location and quantity. Training - Unit cost Includes training one operator. - Training consists of 2 hrs of classroom time & 2 hrs of driving time. - Additional operators trained @ $500/operator (includes materials) - Train-the-trainer available. Arresting Nets - $375/net - Single use only. - $75 credit available for used nets. Net/Tether - Tether strap disconnects from pursuit vehicle at any time via interior switch. (See photos) - 15.3 lbs +/- depending on tether length - Nylon and Polyester Webbing- Minimum 19,600 lb break strength - Tether strap - Energy absorbing break-away stitching - Tether strap lengths: 15 ft, 30 ft, 40 ft - Nets are not reusable but can be refurbished for training - System reset/net reloading: Less than 5 minutes 1 of 4 221 Vehicle Models - Ford Expedition - Chevrolet Silverado 1500 - Ford F-150 - Chevrolet Tahoe - Ford F-250 - We only outfit the vehicles on this list. Agencies using the Grappler Police Bumper - Beale Air Force Base - Tyndall Air Force Base - Portland National Guard - Arizona - Phoenix Police Department - Mesa Police Department - Tempe Police Department - Maricopa County Sheriff's Office - Tucson Police Department - Sky Harbor Airport Police Department - Queen Creek Police Department - Pima County Sheriff's Office - Chandler Police Department - Goodyear Police Department - AZ DPS (Highway Patrol) - FBI - HSI - Colorado - Colorado State Patrol - Colorado Springs Police Department - Jefferson County Sheriff's Office - Florence Police Department - Florida: Hollywood, FL Police Department - Indiana: Indianapolis Police Department - Kansas: - Lenexa Police Department - Olathe Police Department - Kentucky: Louisville Police Department - Missouri - Cass County Sheriff's Office - Bates County Sheriff's Office - New Mexico: Albuquerque Police Department 2 of 4 222 FAQ - System successfully tested from 5 mph to 105 mph in a controlled environment. - The Grappler will replace any existing aftermarket push bars. - We attach to the frame using the tow hook mounting holes and other OEM factory holes/bolts. - Some rollovers have occurred at speeds exceeding 65 mph. - The net is the only thing that gets replaced after use. It loads in 5 minutes and costs $375 each. - We typically train the operator upon first installation. We offer "Train the Trainer" certification. - Training consists of 2 hours of class time and 2 hours of driving instruction. - Push Bar Compatible - Existing push bars will need to be removed prior to Grappler installation - Expected longevity: 100+ uses with minimal repair - Headlight wraps available for undercover vehicles (see photos). - PIT bar attachments available (see photos). Photos 1. Standard Grappler without 3. Grappler with PIT Bar attachments attachments 4. Grappler with headlight wraps 2. Interior switch panel 5. Grappler with headlight wraps ;f 1. J �Ra�IS 4.' '1 J ' J L e - = oaao I� :: perL �o - ..__ — 0 n - - larPLER POLICE r- I _ _ _ El --- 4i wir 4 . . '- " � . L` - ..a.. . .(...- .. _ .-"'"-yam ra,N- _-- �` -�`.x.91.:�l - 3 of 4 223 By purchasing, installing and/or using the Grappler Police Bumper System (the "System"), the Agency understands and accepts the inherent risks of damage, injury or death arising out of the use of the System, and assumes all such risks when using the System. All Grappler users must be trained using Stock Enterprises, LLC training PowerPoint items or equivalent. 2 year warranty on electrical and mechanical components. Collision or misuse not covered. A vehicle wheel alignment is recommended after installation. Not included. 4 of 4 224