City of Petaluma's Procurement and Replacement of SWAT vests

The Petaluma Police Department seeks Byrne grant funding to purchase essential equipment for its SWAT team, including new ballistic helmets and replacement SWAT gas canisters. The current inventory of gas canisters is set to expire by the end of 2024, posing a risk to operational readiness. The requested funding will cover the replacement of expiring gas units, with a quoted cost of $2,864.87, and the purchase of 8-12 new ballistic helmets to replace existing gear expiring in August 2025. Each helmet is estimated to cost $1,000, and the upgrades will enhance officer safety and preparedness for high-risk situations.