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RESOLUTION NO. 2014-193 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHULA VISTA APPROVING THE AGREEMENT WITH THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT'S PARTICIPATION IN THE CALIFORNIA IDENTIFICATION SYSTEM REMOTE ACCESS NETWORK
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RECOMMENDED ACTION
Recommended Action
Council adopt the resolution.
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SUMMARY
Since 1990, the Police Department has participated in the California Identification System Remote Access Network, commonly known as Cal-ID/RAN. This system is maintained by the State Department of Justice, but the County of San Diego is the responsible agency for system allocation and funding. The Police Department is requesting continued participation in the Cal-ID/Remote Access Network through June 30, 2019.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
This proposed activity has been reviewed for compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and it has been determined that the activity is not a "Project" as defined under Section 15378 of the State CEQA Guidelines because it will not result in a physical change in the environment; therefore, pursuant to Section 15060(c)(3) of the State CEQA Guidelines, the activity is not subject to CEQA. Thus, no environmental review is necessary.
BOARD/COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION
Not Applicable.
DISCUSSION
The State of California Department of Justice maintains an automated system for retaining and identifying fingerprints, palm prints and photos called the California Identification System and Cal-Photo (hereinafter referred to as "Cal-ID"). The California Penal Code, Section 11112.1 provides for the establishment of a Remote Access Network (RAN), consisting of a statewide network of equipment and procedures allowing local law enforcement agencies direct access to Cal-ID. The San Diego County Sheriff's Department is the County's proprietary agency for San Diego County's Cal-ID/RAN.
Since 1990, the Police Department has been entering into five-year agreements with the County of San Diego to participate in Cal-ID/RAN. The previous agreement terminated June 30, 2014. The new agreement is effective July 1, 2014 and will terminate on June 30, 2019. The Police Department is requesting continued participation in the Cal-ID/Remote Access Network through June 30, 2019. Either party may terminate the agreement by giving a one-year advance written notice of intention to terminate. The City will reimburse the County for its proportional share of net operational costs associated with Cal-ID/RAN based on the city's percentage of total county population and the city's percentage of FBI crimes. These associated costs, approximately $56,000 annually, are already included in the fiscal year 2014/2015 adopted budget.
DECISION-MAKER CONFLICT
Staff has reviewed the decision contemplated by this action and has determined that it is not site specific and consequently the 500-foot rule found in California Code of Regulations section 18704.2(a)(1) is not applicable to this decision. Staff is not independently aware, nor has staff been informed by any City Councilmember, of any other fact that may constitute a basis for a decision maker conflict of interest in this matter.
LINK TO STRATEGIC GOALS
The City's Strategic Plan has five major goals: Operational Excellence, Economic Vitality, Healthy Community, Strong and Secure Neighborhoods and a Connected Community. This resolution supports the goal of Strong and Secure Neighborhoods by providing personnel with adequate resources for community policing.
CURRENT YEAR FISCAL IMPACT
Approval of this resolution will result in the Police Department's continued participation in the Cal-ID/Remote Access Network through June 30, 2019. The amount of $56,000 for Cal-ID/RAN costs has already been included in the fiscal year 2014/2015 adopted budget. There is no net fiscal impact by accepting this resolution.
ONGOING FISCAL IMPACT
Cal-ID/RAN costs in subsequent years will be included in the proposed budget and will be considered as part of the normal budget process.
ATTACHMENTS
Attachment 1: Agreement for Participation in San Diego County's California Identification System Remote Access Network
Staff Contact: Jonathan Alegre