REPORT TO COUNCIL
SUBJECT
Title
Action to Approve Amendment No.2 to the Municipal Law Enforcement Services Agreement between the Santa Clara Stadium Authority, City of Santa Clara and the City of Sunnyvale
Report
COUNCIL PILLAR
Ensure Compliance with Measure J and Manage Levi's Stadium
BACKGROUND
Prior to the opening of Levi's Stadium in 2014, the Police Department worked with the National Center for Spectator Sports Safety and Security and the Department of Homeland Security to develop comprehensive safety and traffic management plans for the venue and surrounding area.
Through the planning process, the Police Department acknowledged our organization did not have the specialized expertise (e.g. ability to close highway off-ramps and corresponding traffic management skills), resources (e.g. air operations, crowd control, etc.), and sheer volume of sworn and civilian personnel necessary to implement a comprehensive public safety plan for a venue of this size, and in this location. As a result, agreements were formed with local, State and Federal law enforcement partners to augment the Police Department's resources with additional services.
The Police Department relies heavily on sworn and civilian professionals to provide a safe and enjoyable experience for stadium personnel, athletes/entertainers, event attendees, surrounding businesses, and nearby residents. The staffing needs vary from event to event based on event type, day of the week, time of the day, anticipated attendance, dignitaries present, intelligence gathered from similar events, etc.
DISCUSSION
Levi's Stadium has been the host to 120 public events with attendance of over 20,000 since its opening, plus five nationally televised events without fans in 2020.
As the lead law enforcement agency, the Police Department secures local, State and Federal resources, as necessary, to support efforts to mitigate traffic congestion for event patrons and local traffic, provide a safe venue for attendees,...
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