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AGENDA ITEM NO. 13.
CITY OF HAWTHORNE City Council AGENDA BILL For the meeting of 09/09/2025 Originating Department: Police Department |
City Manager:
Department Head:
SUBJECT:
Agreement between the City of Hawthorne and the City of Hermosa Beach for the purpose of developing a co-response model under the Hawthorne Police Departments Special Weapon and Tactics team (S.W.A.T.).
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
Staff recommends the City Council approve and authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement Between the City of Hawthorne and the City of Hermosa Beach for the purpose of developing a co-response model under the Hawthorne Police Departments Special Weapon and Tactics team (S.W.A.T.).
DISCUSSION:
Staff recommends that the City Council approve and authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement between the City of Hawthorne and the City of Hermosa Beach for the development of this co-response model. This agreement will allow both cities to benefit from a collaborative effort that enhances public safety without incurring additional costs for Hawthorne. The City of Hermosa Beach will handle their own liability as it relates to their officers involved in Hawthorne incidents, and all expenses related to Hermosa Beach SWAT officers will be covered by the City of Hermosa Beach. The co-response model will operate under the Hawthorne Police Department's SWAT team, ensuring seamless cooperation and improved response times. This initiative sets a precedent for potential future partnerships and may lead to further enhancements in public safety and resource utilization.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN:
None.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None.
NOTICING PROCEDURE:
72 hours posted notice pursuant to the Ralph M. Brown Act.