July 1, 2010 Volume I, Issue 4

All Points Bulletin

From the Director (Mr. Craig Barrett)
Since October 2009, our focus has been on ensuring program compliance and property accountability, while improving customer service. This bulletin has served as a tool to better educate and inform the law enforcement agencies engaged in the 1033 program. This issue includes information on our National Conference, recent and proposed program changes, methods to correct recently identified trends, as well as some good news stories and introductions to new staff members. Please read and keep these bulletins on your desk as a ready reference to our program. The past quarter Now, let me tell you... April, May, and June have been exceptionally busy for our office. We conducted 7 Program Compliance Reviews, as far west as Guam and as far east as Georgia. We engaged in 3 major conferences (Southwest Border Patrol Conference, the US Air Force Strike Board, and the National Sheriffs Conference). We conducted a whole lot of internal and external training to include a major visit to the State of Maryland. I personally spent a couple of weeks in Turkey observing field operations as part of a DRMS Shadow program and just recently briefed the Director of the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) and his Management Team on our actions over the past 9 months. Our brief included information on our customer response times, standardized procedures, and streamlined processes. The next quarter July, August, and September will set the conditions for the next fiscal year. Our recent briefing to DLA has confirmed our direction and validated our work to date. Additional staffing to address Program Compliance and Property Accountability have been approved. The next three months will consist of an active process to advertise, interview, and select the most capable individuals to fill these positions. All states and US territories that did not have a Program Compliance Review in FY 10 will be visited in FY 11. The Annual Controlled Property Inventory is currently underway. Each LEA should verify that they have physically inventoried all of their controlled property. This is a DOD requirement and it must be done annually. We have a contractor (Ms. Victoria Bolden) to facilitate this process and our staff will be focused on this for the remainder of the year. Thank you As we close our first year working together I want to say thank you. The efforts of the LESO Team and your staffs have improved law enforcement response times, enhanced their capabilities, saved and protected lives, and it saved the American taxpayer money. We look forward to seeing you this fall at our National Conference and serving you in FY 2011.

In this Issue:

2010 Annual 1033 National Conference Updates

Application for
Participation Annual Updates

DRMO Daytrip Screening Cycles

Highlights:
From the Director Whats Hot Regional Teams Specialized Areas Specialized Areas Success Story 1 2 5 6 7 8

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2010 Annual 1033 Program National Conference Updates
The Law Enforcement Support Office is holding the 10th Annual 1033 Program National Conference, September 28-30 at the Radisson Plaza Hotel and Suites, in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Attendees are encouraged to travel on September 27th and October 1st. It is recommend that hotel and flight reservations be made as early as possible. The Conference will be located at the Radisson th on September 28 and th th 30 . On September 29 , Conference attendees will enjoy a Police-escorted charter bus trip to the Hart-Doyle-InouyeFederal Center in Battle Creek to tour the Defense Reutilization and Marketing Service (DRMS) Headquarters, followed by an informal mixer at one of Battle Creeks premier restaurants. Ground transportation to and from the Kalamazoo International Airport will be provided via the Radisson shuttle service. LESO would like to thank everyone for actively participating in the 1033 Program. Involvement in this program saves the American tax payer thousands of dollars each year. In today's tough economy, we are proud to say that the 1033 Program assists

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American Law Enforcement Agencies by transferring excess DOD property "from the warfighter to the crimefighter". On this page our important links for Conference Information, the Radisson Hotel and Suites, and for local activities while in the area. Again, thank you for your active participation in the 1033 Program and from all of us at LESO. We hope to see you at the Conference! POC for the Conference is Ms. Deborah Smith, 269961-5038. [email protected]

Radisson Plaza Hotel and Suites Kalamazoo, Michigan

2010 Annual 1033 Program National Conference Links

Advance Conference Information https://pubweb.drms.dla.mil/leeds/Conf erences.htm Radisson Plaza Hotel and Suites http://www.radisson.com/ LESO Homepage https://pubweb.drms.dla.mil/leeds/ Kalamazoo Area Activities http://www.discoverkalamazoo.com/ Battle Creek Area Activities http://www.battlecreekmi.gov/Visiting.ht m

Annual Update of the Application for Participation a Requirement

All Law Enforcement Agencies (LEA) seeking to update their information or enroll in the 1033 Program must submit the Application for Participation in the format approved by the LESO. Any Application submitted that is not in the approved format will be returned to the State Coordinator or Head of the Local Federal Agency. The LEA will be required to fill out the correct form and resubmit. Submitting the Application for Participation in the incorrect format can slow down the update or enrollment process and LEAs can miss out on much needed property. Beginning in Fiscal Year (FY) 2011 (1 October 2010), all LEAs participating in the 1033 Program will be required to update their Application for Participation annually or as information changes. Once submitted to the LESO, the update or enrollment will be completed within one business day and a Letter of Authorization to Screen Property will be sent to the LEA. At the end of FY11 (30 September 2011), any LEA who has not complied with this requirement will be suspended from the program and be unable to requisition property. When filling out the Application for Participation, the screener who will be Point of Contact (POC) for the Defense Reutilization and Marketing Office (DRMO) should be listed as the first screener. The POCs name will print out on any 1348-1A generated and will be who the DRMO asks for when dealing with the LEA.

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From Warfighter to Crimefighter

Whats Hot Continued

Increased Cost Affects 1033 Program Customers
Earlier this year, the Tankautomotive and Armaments Life Cycle Management Command (TACOM) conducted a manpower review to reassign spaces within TACOM that would support new/emerging Army programs. During this review, the position supporting the 1033 program was tabbed for reassignment because the work performed by this position did not directly support Army programs. Though the authorization for this position was reassigned elsewhere, TACOM was instructed to re-establish the position if other sources of funding could be found. After analyzing workload over the past twelve months and the corresponding costs associated with this workload, it was decided to increase the PCH&T charges on a per-weapon basis by $21.00. This increase will allow TACOM to continue to support the 1033 program. Although this increase is not welcome news to the Law Enforcement community during times of increased budgetary constraints, TACOM would have to increase the perweapon charges or end support of 1033 program. Despite this increase, TACOM still believes that the benefits to the Law Enforcement community from this program far outweigh the increased costs needed to administer it. Respectfully, Thomas J. Tkatch Chief, Weapons Support Group TACOM ILSC

LESO Staff Visits the DRMS activities in Columbus

In order to gain a better understanding of the relationship and interaction between the DRMS activities and the LESO customer base, members of the LESO Staff visited the DRMO, Controlled Property Center (CPC), Recyling Control Point, and Long Term Storage Facility located in Columbus, OH. For some employees, this was their first time visiting these activities while others had an opportunity to refresh their knowledge. The visit consisted of the operational overviews of the reutilization process at each site and how their locations interact with LESO customers and the LESO staff. DRMO Columbus specifically addressed the DRMS Form 103 (Walk-in Process) and issues routinely seen when working with LESO Customers. LESO staff participated in walking tours of each activity. Ms. Deborah Smith, Property Disposal Specialist for LESO said, each staff member that visited DRMO Columbus brought back with them a refreshed perspective and an appreciation for the hard work and dedication of every person that works in the field. At DRMS HQ, we have a unique opportunity and a responsibility to do our due diligence to ensure the field locations are being supported to the best of our ability. This responsibility includes being able to listen, empathize and take action to improve current practices if needed." Overall, the trip shed new light on what LESO and DRMS as an organization need to improve upon and what is being done well. LESO would like to thank all of the DRMS activities in Columbus for their support.

LESO Staff Visit to DRMO Columbus in Ohio

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Whats Hot Continued
Appropriate Screening Cycle for LESO Customers
When an item is received on a DRMOs inventory, it falls into what is called accumulation. Accumulation can be anywhere from 1-7 days long and runs from Saturday to Friday. Accumulation always closes on Friday. During accumulation, property is only available to the military services. Once accumulation closes, property then becomes available to eleven special programs, including LESO. Property is available for 14 days on a first come, first served basis. While Property is available for screening any time from receipt on the DRMOs inventory records until completion of the formal screening period, property is only available for requisition during the appropriate screening cycle. If property is not requisitioned during the DOD Screening Cycle, it will move to the GSA Screening Cycle where it is available to other Federal and State agencies. If property is not requisitioned during this cycle, it will be made available to all customers during the RTD2 Screening Cycle. This offers all customers a last opportunity to requisition any items were not requisitioned. RTD2 will always occur on a Thursday and a Friday. An LEA that is physically at a DRMO, either picking up or screening property, who find a piece of property they would like to requisition may use a DRMS Form 103. In order to use this method of requisitioning, the property must be in the appropriate screening cycle and have no other requisitions pending against it. This form can only be used if an LEA physically screens the property at the DRMO. The DRMS Form 103 cannot be used if an LEA is not physically at the DRMO. If an LEA leaves the DRMO, they should use the DRMS Web Application and submit an electronic requisition.

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DRMS Formal Screening Timeline

New LESO Team Members

Ms. Casandra (Cassie) Madden, Tactical Vehicles Lead
Ms. Casandra (Cassie) Madden, a native of Wichita, Kansas, brings a wealth of expertise to the LESO. Cassie has served eight years active duty in the US Army which began in 1988. She transitioned to a new career with Defense Reutilization and Marketing Service (DRMS) and has demonstrated expressed her knowledge, skills and abilities through various projects and assignments in the organization. Cassie is an expert in the area of property reutilization, transfer, and donation (RTD) and the systems that support them. Cassie is very excited about joining the LESO Team and working with a new customer base. Contact Information: [email protected] 269-961-7657

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From Warfighter to Crimefighter

New LESO Team Members Continued

Ms. Hillary Ramos, Program Management Assistant
Ms. Hillary Ramos is a Michigan born resident and has been a DRMS employee for four years. During this time, she performed her duties exceptionally well in DRMS J-361, the Reutilization, Transfer, and Donation (RTD) Branch. Hillary worked the Computers for Learning (CFL) program and recently worked the Centralized File for Authorization Letters. Hillary is highly motivated and Bachelor of Arts degree in Organizational Communication from Western Michigan University (WMU). Ms. Ramos is currently pursuing a Business Management Certification at Kellogg Community College (KCC) and looks forward to working with the law enforcement community.

Contact Information: [email protected] 269-961-5105

Ms. Deborah Smith, Property Disposal Specialist

Ms. Deborah Smith is a nine year US Marine Corps veteran. She brings a wealth of talent, knowledge, skills, and abilities to the 1033 Program and is an aggressive self-starter with high energy. She worked for the State of Michigan as a Counselor for the Michigan Youth Challenge Academy (MYCA) prior to accepting the Property Disposal Specialist Position with LESO in April 2010. Deborah holds a Bachelors Degree with double Majors in sociology and criminal justice from Western Michigan University (WMU). She is currently attending (WMU) in pursuit of a Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology.

Region Team East (Regional Eastern Team Lead Mr. Dan Arnold)
State Coordinators and State Law Enforcement Agencies
LESO has been receiving emails and phone calls from customers to express thanks to the 1033 Program and to the LESO staff. We are pleased we can be of service to all the States and the Law Enforcement Community. Not only does the 1033 Program aid the LEAs with excess DOD property, it saves the taxpayer money. Thank you for all of the positive feedback. I would also like to remind all LEAs that when requisitioning property that you ensure you take into account the amount of officers you have listed to the quantity of property you are requisitioning. We have seen an increase of LEAs requesting more property than what is needed. In FY 10, LESO has accomplished 9 Program Compliance Reviews (PCR) in the Eastern Region with two scheduled for Kentucky and North Carolina. For FY 11 we have 9 PCRs scheduled. I will be sending a preliminary schedule out to the State Coordinators in the East. Training and Assistants Visits (TAV) for the States of New York and Maryland are already on the calendar. If your state is in need of a TAV please contact me. This news letter, quarterly eastern teleconferences and web updates are a great way to stay current with any changes with the 1033 Program. Just a reminder that if you have property that is missing, lost, damaged and it is DEMIL required you must report it to LESO within 24 hours. This would be property with a DEMIL code of C-Q3. Question concerning the DEMIL code can be directed to your State Coordinator or the LESO. Thank you all. I and the LESO team look forward to serving your 1033 Program Needs.

Contact Information: [email protected] 269-961-5038

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Region Team West (Regional Western Team Lead Mr. Carlos Torres)
State Coordinators and Law Enforcement Agencies
I would like to thank everyone on their diligent efforts in completing the annual inventory. As a whole, this is another step forward for the 1033 Program. Property accountability is paramount and mitigates risks that come from having excess DOD controlled property released to entities outside the military. The risks are associated to national security and we want to thank everyone for their cooperation. By the end of FY10, sixteen Program Compliance Reviews (PCR) will be complete. Colorado is scheduled for July with the Kansas PCR taking place in August. If LESO did not visit your state this FY, I will be contacting you to set up a scheduled visit for the next FY. I have initiated a request for a waiver to policy concerning the turn in of property related to Ammunition, Explosives & Dangerous Articles (AEDA), such as ammunition pouches. When this property is turned in to a DRMO, it must be accompanied by an Inert Certificate. This certificate must be signed by authorized DOD personnel. The DOD Demilitarization Program Office is currently reviewing this waiver. I will keep you up to date on the status of this item. As always I am here to assist and support you and your operation. Semper Fidelis!

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Training Class conducted during the PCR to Guam

Contact Information: [email protected] 269-961-4285

Weapons Team (Mr. Tom Gawenda and Ms. Kylee Rosso)

Based on the in stock availability and the needs of LEAs, LESO has adjusted the allocation limits for weapons. Effective June 2, 2010 the following allocation limits apply to in stock weapons: 100% M16 Rifles, 100% 1911 Pistols, 50% M14 Rifles. This allocation limit is based on the number of full-time and part-time, sworn law officers staffed by an agency. Reserve officers are not included as part of the allocation. If your agency requires additional weapons please ensure your agency has an updated Application for Participation on file with LESO and submit a Weapons Request Form to your State Coordinators Office. The weapon forms and additional information can be found on the LESO Website. M16s, M14s and 1911s are the only available weapons. LESO is working diligently with US Army Tank-Automotive and Armaments Command (TACOM) to acquire new weapons. When any become available, an email will be sent to each State Coordinators and Federal Agencies. Any request for weapons not currently available will be discarded without a response. LESO reminds LEAs that weapons obtained through the 1208 and1033 programs are on loan and remain the property of the DOD. Trading, bartering, selling, or destruction of any 1208 or 1033 Program weapon is strictly prohibited by the Memorandums of Agreement signed between your state and LESO and your state and TACOM. Any incidents of trading, bartering, selling, damage to, or theft of 1033 Program weapons will be forwarded to the DLA Accountability office who have special investigators, empowered with arrest and apprehension authority, for further investigation.

Contact Information: [email protected] 269-961-4413 [email protected] 269-961-5805

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From Warfighter to Crimefighter

Aircraft/Watercraft Team, (Ms. Kelly Cuel and Mr. Ron Chavis)

The flood of May 2010 devastated much of Tennessee to include Nashville; however, many lives were saved thanks to watercraft obtained through the 1033 Program. The Metro Nashville Police Department specifically used their Inflatable Boats (Zodiacs) during their rescue missions. The only thing I can say about this event is I thought I had seen everything until this week. Thanks for what you have done for us. The Zodiacs have saved countless lives in Nashville this week, said Lt. Steve Lewis of Metro Nashville Police Department. Throughout the years, the State of Tennessee has acquired 29 watercrafts through the 1033 Program including Zodiacs, Bridge Erection Boats, and others. We here in Nashville and all of Tennessee say THANK YOU. We could not have coped as well as we did without the property received through the LESO Program, stated Mr. Elbert Baker, Tennessee State Point of Contact. There are many different types of watercrafts that become available such as canoes, pontoon boats, riverine assault systems, etc. Agencies interested in requisitioning watercraft through the 1033 Program are encouraged to create a Want List using the Federal Stock Class (FSC) 1940. This will allow the system to search for available watercraft. Numerous watercrafts are missed each week by LEAs and end up in the GSA sales cycle. Please contact the Watercraft Team with questions or if you need help creating a Want List.

Metro Nashville Police Department Nashville, Tennessee

Contact Information: [email protected] 269-961-5142 [email protected] 269-961-5390

Tactical Vehicle Team (Ms. Cassie Madden and Ms. Deb Smith)
In December 2009, vehicles from the M-Series were reclassified from a Demilitarization (DEMIL) Code of Q to Demil Code of F. Because of this change, customers who are in possession of these vehicles are required to turn them into a Defense Reutilization and Marketing Office (DRMO) for disposition. This reclassification was initiated by the Department of the Army (DA) due to gauges in the vehicles. The guages are manufactured with radioactive material and require special handling. DRMOs are unable to accept turn-in of these vehicles without the proper removal and documentation of the dials. Turn-in instructions provided for this class of vehicles were written for use only by the military services and the instructions are causing a lot of confusion for LESO customers. This past week, points of contact from DRMS J-3/4 Operations, DRMS J-35 Demilitarization, DRMS J361 Reutilization/Transfer/ Donation Branch (RTD), DRMS J-362 Sales and the DRMS Legal office met with the US Army Tank and Automotive Command (USA TACOM) to resolve the Turn-In issue. They discussed the current problems or situations arising from the various customers and resolutions related to the M-Series vehicle requirements. This included special handling, receipt, transfer, donation, sales, and future requirements of M-35 trucks turned-in to DRMO field activities. LESO Headquarters will keep all State Coordinators informed of all changes that affect the turn-in of these vehicles.

Vehicle in the M-35 Series

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LAW ENFORCEMENT SUPPORT OFFICE 74 Washington Ave. N Battle Creek, MI 49037 PHONE: 1-800-532-9946 FAX: 1-269-961-4431 E-MAIL: [email protected] Fiscal Year 2010 Third Quarter Statistics:
Continuing Trend of Increased Performance - The number of new agencies is up 31% over the last quarter - Requests for property are up 18% in the last 365 days - Line Items Requisitioned are up 18% in the last 365 days - More than $167 million has been requisitioned in the past 365 days and more than $1.8 billion since the program began Remember to actively - Complete your Controlled Property Inventory

1033 Program Success Story

(Rockledge, Florida) - Rockledge Police Department In June of 2000, the Rockledge Police Department near Cape Canaveral, Florida acquired a M35 Cargo Truck through the 1033 Program. This asset became invaluable when Tropical Storm Fay hit Florida in 2008, dumping up to 25 inches of rain in Brevard County and causing massive flooding. The Rockledge Police Department used this vehicle to access streets and roads that were made impassible by flooding. It is estimated that more than 40 families were saved throughout the county. Since 2008, this agency has used the 1033 Program to acquire other assets, to include the well known and popular High Mobility, Multi-purpose, Wheeled Vehicle or HMMWV As a result of this incident and several others, "the municipalities in Brevard County now realize the importance of having this equipment on hand, stated Lt. Steve Abbey. The Rockledge Police Department is grateful for the LESO Program and the work being done by DRMS. If it werent for the LESO Program and DRMS, not only would local government not be able afford this equipment, but it just wouldnt be available.

Rockledge Police Department, Florida employing a LESO provided M-35 Cargo Truck after Tropical Storm Fay

We Want to Hear From You!

The 1033 Program Management Team wants to hear from you! Do you have a success story about how the 1033 Program has helped your organization? Do you have questions or problems with the program? Are there training events, conferences, or publications that you feel the 1033 Program should be involved? Please send all of your success stories, questions, or comments to the Law Enforcement Support Office. You can submit them via email at [email protected] or fax to commercial (269) 961-4431.