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General (27) Jennifer L. Hall From:durfeycraig778@gmail.com Sent:Thursday, PM To:Theresa Bass; Public Comment; Christopher.Aguilera@asm.ca.gov; ocbe@ocde.us; 'COB_Response'; sbe@cde.ca.gov; Superintendent@cde.ca.gov; susan.kennedy@asm.ca.gov; summer.lin@latimes.com; '"editor at oc-breeze.com"'; jim.desmond@sdcounty.ca.gov; publiccomment@sdcounty.ca.gov Cc:durfeycraig778@gmail.com; cadurfey@gmail.com Subject:\[EXTERNAL\] Police have been used extensively to support and improve mental health. Attachments:SEAL BEACH POLICE DEPT POLICY 351 FACILITY DOG PROGRAM.pdf; SEAL BEACH PD Police Facility Dog Yosa.pdf Warning: This email originated from outside the City of Anaheim. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and are expecting the message. From: durfeycraig778@gmail. Sent: Thursday, December 8, 2022 4:55 PM To: SHEA.Committee@senate.ca.gov; senator.umberg@senate.ca.gov; SENATOR.GONZALEZ@senate.ca.gov; SEDN.committee@senate.ca.gov; sbe@cde.ca.gov; 'Gabriela Mafi' <gmafi@ggusd.us>; 'Pam Haddad' <pamha@ci.garden-grove.ca.us>; 'PIO Department' <pio_department@ggusd.us>; David.Ochoa@sen.ca.gov; 'Public Records Request' <cityclerk@ggcity.org>; 'communityrelations' <communityrelations@ggcity.org>; GGDPIO@GGCITY.ORG Cc: durfeycraig778@gmail. cadurfey@gmail. Assemblymember.Davies@assembly.ca.gov; assemblymember.quirk-silva@assembly.ca.gov; assemblymember.rendon@assembly.ca.gov; publiccomment@sdcounty.ca.gov Subject: FWD: Seal Beach Police Department. Dogs have been used extensively to support and improve mental health. 12-08-2022 (P.R.D.D.C.) PARENTS FOR THE RIGHTS OF DEVELOPMENTALLY DISABLED CHILDREN CRAIG A. DURFEY FOUNDER OF P.R.D.D.C. GARDEN GROVE, CA 92842 CELL SOCIALEMOTIONALPAWS.COM FACEBOOK: CRAIG DURFEY U.S. HOUSE OF CONGRESS H2404 - HONORING CRAIG DURFEY FOR HIS FIGHT AGAINST AUTISM ... Ms. LORETTA SANCHEZ of California. https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/CREC-2003-03-27/pdf/CREC-2003-03-27.pdf new website socialemotionalpaws.org 1 To whom it may concern Seal Beach Police Department. Dogs have been used extensively to support and improve mental health. Facility Dog Program 351.1 PURPOSE AND SCOPE The purpose of the Facility Dog Program is to further promote the Mission, Vision, and Values of the Seal Beach Police Department. Dogs have been used extensively to support and improve mental health. They provide emotional and sensory support to adults and children and help people feel comfortable and decrease symptoms of anxiety. Facility dogs have been used at various schools, courts, and public safety agencies. Past and present Facility Dog programs have improved overall climate and well-being of citizens and staff alike. The Facility Dog will be utilized to: • Lower tension and stress of city employees, • Lessen trauma of critical incidents for employees and civilians • Improve overall work climate • Aid in investigations of crimes or other traumatic events such as interviews and court proceedings. • Help process grief and loss • Conduct presentations for public relations and educational purposes • Other official duties as directed. 351.2 POLICY This policy establishes guidelines for the management and use of the facility dogs, handlers, and support personnel assigned to the unit. If, at any time, the Facility Dog exhibits behavior that alerts the trained handler that the dog or person(s) interacting with the dog are uncomfortable, the dog will be removed from the area immediately. 351.3 FACILITY DOG COORDINATOR / HANDLER The Facility Dog handler shall be appointed by and directly responsible to the Operations Bureau or the authorized designee. A Facility Dog will be assigned to an employee within our agency and will be property of the employee selected. The handler shall successfully graduate a two-week Team Training course at an authorized Canine Companions for Independence training center. The responsibilities of the handler include, but are not limited to: (a) The Facility Dog handler will be responsible for maintaining their assigned workload while handling the dog (b) Maintaining liaison with Canine Companions for Independence (CCI) (c) Maintaining liaison with Command Staff and functional supervisors (d) Scheduling all Facility Dog related activities (e) Maintaining accurate records to document Facility Dog activities Thank You Craig A Durfey 2 3F SEAL & 9 v `s CgQF0 Vk ice Facility Dog Yosa ation and support comes in many forms, including a cold nose and a warm heart. The Seal Beach Police Department welcomed its newest ber, Canine Companions for Independence Facility Dog Yosa. Police Facility Dog Yosa will assist her handler, Lieutenant Nick Nicholas, during with victims, witnesses, and community members exposed to traumatic events. Yosa on Instagram (@k9yosa) Fr POLICE APARTMENT f AWL— ce 1975, Canine Companions@ has bred, raised, and expertly trained service dogs in over 40 commands designed to assist and motivate clients with �cial needs. Yosa, a two-year-old Labrador / Golden Retriever mix, has been selected to work for the Seal Beach Police Department because of her >btrusive and calm demeanor necessary in a criminal justice setting. • aid in the investigation of crimes, • provide comfort to victims and witnesses during interviews and court proceedings, • help victims process grief and loss, • lower tension and stress of community members and staff after traumatic events, • work with children to build relationships, • conduct senior citizen visits and welfare checks • engage with the public during community events, • and so much more! For nearly 46 years, Canine Companions has been enhancing the lives of people with disabilities by training and placing more than 6,700 service dogs with program graduates, including more than 230 dogs with military veterans and more than 2,000 dogs with children. The estimated cost of a highly trained Canine Companions facility dog like Yosa, and all follow up support, is $50,000, however each facility dog is provided at no cost. Canine Companions depends on the support of tens of thousands of donors and volunteers to match facilities and people in need with a service dog like Yosa entirely free of charge. "We are so grateful to Canine Companions for providing Yosa to the Seal Beach Police Department" said Chief of Police Philip L. Gonshak. "YC incredible addition to our Seal Beach family. Her training and personality are perfect for providing comfort to those exposed to trauma and helping the stress that victims and witnesses feel during criminal investigations." I Privacy -T— F. r erms ABOUT CANINE COMPANIONS FOR INDEPENDENCE Canine Companions for Independence provides highly trained service dogs to children . adults with disabilities. Established in 1975, Canine Companions has six regional training centers across the country. Canine Companions is recognized worldwide for the excellence of its dogs, and the quality and longevity of the matches it makes between dogs and people. For more information, visit www.cei.org or call 1 -800 -572 -BARK. CITY WEBSITES City of Seal Beach Fire Department Marine Safety Public Works f� O i✓� CONTACT US 911 Seal Beach Boulevard Seal Beach CA, 90740 Business Hours Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 5:30 pm. Phone: (562) 799-4100 Fax: (562) 493-0634 Non -Emergency Dispatch: (562) 594-7232 Emergency: 9-1-1 Copyright © 2022 Seal Beach Police Department Seal Beach Police Department Seal Beach PD Policy Manual Facility Dog Program 351.1 PURPOSE AND SCOPE The purpose of the Facility Dog Program is to further promote the Mission, Vision, and Values of the Seal Beach Police Department. Dogs have been used extensively to support and improve mental health. They provide emotional and sensory support to adults and children and help people feel comfortable and decrease symptoms of anxiety. Facility dogs have been used at various schools, courts, and public safety agencies. Past and present Facility Dog programs have improved overall climate and well-being of citizens and staff alike. The Facility Dog will be utilized to: • Lower tension and stress of city employees, • Lessen trauma of critical incidents for employees and civilians • Improve overall work climate • Aid in investigations of crimes or other traumatic events such as interviews and court proceedings. • Help process grief and loss • Conduct presentations for public relations and educational purposes • Other official duties as directed. 351.2 POLICY This policy establishes guidelines for the management and use of the facility dogs, handlers, and support personnel assigned to the unit. If, at any time, the Facility Dog exhibits behavior that alerts the trained handler that the dog or person(s) interacting with the dog are uncomfortable, the dog will be removed from the area immediately. 351.3 FACILITY DOG COORDINATOR / HANDLER The Facility Dog handler shall be appointed by and directly responsible to the Operations Bureau or the authorized designee. A Facility Dog will be assigned to an employee within our agency and will be property of the employee selected. The handler shall successfully graduate a two-week Team Training course at an authorized Canine Companions for Independence training center. The responsibilities of the handler include, but are not limited to: (a) The Facility Dog handler will be responsible for maintaining their assigned workload while handling the dog (b) Maintaining liaison with Canine Companions for Independence (CCI) (c) Maintaining liaison with Command Staff and functional supervisors (d) Scheduling all Facility Dog related activities (e) Maintaining accurate records to document Facility Dog activities Copyright Lexipol, LLC 2021/02/17, All Rights Reserved. Facility Dog Program - 303 Published with permission by Seal Beach Police Department Seal Beach Police Department Seal Beach PD Policy Manual Facility Dog Program (f) Maintaining records of medical treatment (g) Recommending and overseeing the procurement of equipment and services for the team (h) Scheduling and documenting training to maximize their capabilities 351.4 HANDLER COMPENSATION The Facility Dog handler shall be compensated for time spent in the care, feeding, grooming, and other needs of the Facility Dog in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and according to the terms of the collective bargaining agreement (29 USC § 207). 351.5 HANDLER SUPPORT PERSONNEL The Facility Dog handler may appoint support personnel to assist with deployments, transportation, monitoring, and general care of the Facility Dog. Support personnel must be certified through CCI and shall adhere to handler policies when in direct care of the Facility Dog. Support personnel do not qualify for any incentive, special assignment pay, or stipends provided to the primary handler. 351.6 FACILITY DOG Facility Dogs will be certified and provided by Canine Companions for Independence (CCI). The dog will be the property of the handler who will be responsible for the health and welfare of the dog and shall ensure that the dog receives proper licensing, training, nutrition, grooming, medical care, affection, and living conditions. Requirements and Responsibilities: (a) The Facility Dog will not be trained or utilized in any other K9 related duties such as; apprehension, detection, agility, etc. (b) The Facility Dog will not be exposed to any foreseeable and unreasonable risk of harm (c) The Facility Dog will be provided proper lodging, including arrangements for the dog during handler leave or unavailability (d) The dog will not be left unattended in any area where the public may have access (e) When the dog is left alone, it will be secured it in such a manner as to prevent unauthorized access to the dog (f) The Facility Dog will be equipped with a vest for official duties. The dog should not be distracted when working. The handler will educate employees and members of the public when they can or cannot interact with the dog (g) The dog will not be fed any food or treats without the direct approval of the handler (h) The Facility Dog can be transported in any City of Seal Beach vehicle or personal vehicles of the handler or support personnel Copyright Lexipol, LLC 2021/02/17, All Rights Reserved. Facility Dog Program - 304 Published with permission by Seal Beach Police Department Seal Beach Police Department Seal Beach PD Policy Manual Facility Dog Program 351.7 TRAINING Facility Dog teams will be certified by CCI prior to any deployments. The handler will be responsible for scheduling and conducting periodic training to familiarize them how to conduct themselves in deployments. 351.8 FACILITY DOG TEAM REQUESTS City employees are encouraged to request the use of the Facility Dog. All requests for the team will be directed to the handler or designee. All requests will be reviewed and if appropriate, will be approved by the handler prior to making any resource commitment. The handler shall have the authority to decline a request for any specific assignment that he/she deems unsuitable Any outside agency requests will generally be governed under mutual aid. The Facility Dog handler will be contacted to assure the request is within the scope and abilities of the Facility Dog. The final determination of the use of the team will be at the discretion of the handler with the approval of their supervisor. The handler is responsible for obtaining resources and coordinating involvement in the demonstration to include proper safety protocols. The Facility Dog team may be requested for call - outs under special conditions. The handler will be compensated for deployments in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), and according to the terms of the collective bargaining agreement (29 USC 207) 351.9 INVESTIGATION ASSISTANCE PROTOCOLS The Facility Dog will promote the mission of the Seal Beach Police Department by providing companionship to citizens, employees, witnesses, and victims on a case by case basis. (a) Do not promise that the Facility Dog will be present during interviews (b) Assess the victim's needs to have the Facility Dog in the interview process prior to requesting the team. This must be done in the initial interview with the victim and approved by the Facility Dog supervisor and handler (c) If approved and available, the Facility Dog and the handler will be present and assist in the investigating officer for the interview 351.10 COURT ASSISTANCE PROTOCOLS The Facility Dog may be used to provide further support to employees and/or victims during criminal case proceedings submitted or supported by the Seal Beach Police Department. (a) All court personnel will be informed of the use and purpose of the team and the potential for encountering the Facility Dog throughout their work day (b) Court personnel will receive the same instructions as the Seal Beach Police Department staff regarding "Work Mode" and "Social Mode." The handler will take time to allow the dog to socialize with anyone it encounters during "Social Mode" but will also limit free time as not to interfere with the handler's work duties Copyright Lexipol, LLC 2021/02/17, All Rights Reserved. Facility Dog Program - 305 Published with permission by Seal Beach Police Department Seal Beach Police Department Seal Beach PD Policy Manual Facility Dog Program (c) Court personnel, including the attorney, Presiding Judge, and the handler will determine proper use of the dog within the court setting (d) The Facility Dog will only be allowed in a courtroom with explicit permission by the Presiding Judge in that courtroom. The handler will adhere to all rules and procedures set forth by the District Attorney and the Presiding Judge 351.11 ALLERGENS Potential allergic reactions to dogs may be a concern for some. The allergen is not the pet hair itself but the dander dust and pollen that is carried on the pet hair. Facility Dog teams will always ask permission to enter newly visited buildings and areas. People with allergies can reasonably avoid direct contact with the Facility Dog team to avoid any potential pet dander. 351.12 REPORTING INJURIES Any injuries caused or alleged by the Facility Dog will be immediately reported to the handler's supervisor. The injured person shall be promptly treated by emergency medical services personnel and, if appropriate, transported to a medical facility for treatment. Injuries will be documented in an employee's report. Copyright Lexipol, LLC 2021/02/17, All Rights Reserved. Facility Dog Program - 306 Published with permission by Seal Beach Police Department