Description
Title: Approve the renewal of the Fresno Police Department Annual Military Equipment Use Report as originally required by Assembly Bill 481, codified under Government Code sections 7070-7075.
Summary
The Fresno Police Department's 2025 Annual Military Equipment Use Report outlines compliance with Assembly Bill 481, which mandates transparency regarding the use of military-grade equipment. The report details the equipment inventory, usage statistics, and training protocols for a department serving over 500,000 residents. Key highlights include the deployment of military equipment in high-risk scenarios, such as SWAT operations and community outreach events, with no reported complaints from the public. The report reveals that no new acquisitions of military equipment are planned for FY26 and FY27. Budget allocations for military equipment represent a minor portion of the overall police budget of approximately $278 million. Furthermore, the Fresno Police Department has established a complaint process for community members to report unauthorized use of military equipment, ensuring accountability