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Resolution introduced by Alderpersons Dalton/Meltzer at the 09-17-2014 Common Council meeting.
#26-R-14 - Dalton/Meltzer
"Whereas crime rates have decreased in the City of Appleton over the last 6 years,
Whereas the city budget requires allocation for costs of maintaining infrequently used equipment,
Whereas training for use of infrequently used equipment demands staff time and resources,
Whereas effective civilian law enforcement does not require the use of military equipment,
Whereas military equipment is not designed for civilian law enforcement,
Whereas equipment discontinued for ineffectiveness in urban environments is not conducive to Appleton's infrastructure
And whereas civilian law enforcement have used military equipment inappropriately in the United States and in other countries;
1. Staff return with a budgetary review for the costs of maintenance, insurance, and training resources related to the Mine Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP Vehicle) within 45 days, and
2. Staff return with options for returning or disposing of the Mine Resistant Ambush Protected vehicle in most expeditious and low-cost manner within 60 days
3. A review of donated or surplus material acquisition noticing guidelines be presented to council to assure any major donated or surplus material acquisitions by any department are reviewed by the Common Council."
4. A public update be presented on public safety issues related to active shooter situations and warrants, and alternatives be considered that do not require the re-purposing of a military vehicle."