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CC - ACTION ITEM: (1) Approval of a Three-Year Contract with StarChase to Provide Pursuit Mitigation Technology in an Amount Not-To-Exceed $143,689; and (2) Discussion of the Police Department's Draft StarChase Pursuit Management System Policy.
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Meeting Date: April 29, 2024
Contact Person/Dept: Captain Andrew Bellante/ Police Department
Phone Number: (310) 253-6394
Fiscal Impact: Yes [X] No [] General Fund: Yes [X] No []
Attachments: Yes [X] No []
Public Notification: (E-Mail) Meetings and Agendas - City Council (04/24/2024);
Department Approval: Jason Sims, Police Chief (04/09/24)
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RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends the City Council (1) approve a three-year agreement with StarChase to provide pursuit mitigation technology in an amount not-to-exceed $143,689; and (2) discuss the Police Department's Draft StarChase Pursuit Management System Policy.
BACKGROUND
The Culver City Police Department (CCPD) continues seeking strategies and acquiring technology to combat crime and apprehend criminal offenders. In 2023, CCPD saw an approximate 40% increase in vehicle pursuits from the previous year. Due to the inherent safety risks that vehicle pursuits pose to the community and involved officers, the majority of vehicle pursuits are canceled. As a result, many of the suspects that flee from law enforcement are never identified, apprehended, or criminally prosecuted.
DISCUSSION
With 10 years of proven field results, StarChase is currently used by law enforcement agencies in 30 states nationwide. StarChase is a system that is designed to mitigate the inherent dangers associated with vehicle pursuits. StarChase technology has proven to enhance public safety, mitigate liability, and increase the apprehension rate of fleeing suspects.
StarChase technology provides a mounting system that is attached to the front of a police vehicle's fender. The system allows the...
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