California Record
Paramount
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Ballistic shields for sheriff's deputies

Summary

Using a federal grant plus a little general fund money, the city is buying three upgraded Vanguard Tri-Grip ballistic shields to protect deputies and bystanders during active shooter incidents. The sworn division itself requested the upgrade.

At a glance

Total mentions
1
Last 30 days
1

Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 13, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

$27,315 total, with $22,597 from the federal JAG grant and $4,718 from the general fund.

✅Who benefits

Deputies and the public are better protected during active shooter and high-risk operations.

Mentions & discussions (1)

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