02-13-07 Grant #2007-01
Funded the purchase of 15 digital cameras for police officer use in documenting crime scenes and evidence.

02-13-07 Grant #2007-02
Funded the design and launch of an updated Gardena Police Department website, which will feature links to geographical crime statistics, automated reports, and recent press releases. The new site will allow for the public to more readily and easily access crime information and allow for filing of electronic police reports.

03-12-07 Grant #2007-03
Funding to sponsor the Gardena Police Department Team's participation in the "Baker to Vegas" Challenge Cup, a 120-mile law enforcement relay race, designed to promote physical fitness and teamwork amongst officers and to create a stronger police force.

07-01-07 Grant #2007-04
Funded the purchase of two speed radar displays to calm traffic on busy streets in the City of Gardena.

08-21-08 Grant # 2008-02
Funded a police K-9 dog and vehicle for the deployment of the canine team.

01-14-09 Grant # 2009-01
Sponsored the Gardena Police Department team for the Baker to Vegas Challenge Cup Relay promoting officer physical fitness and team work.

04-15-09 Grant # 2009-02
Funded the purchase of two computers to supplement the Departments Media Center and e-policing programs.

05-08-09 Grant # 2009-03
Funded the purchase of two T3 mobile vehicles to be used as extra police presence in events/parades.

06-03-09 Grant #09-04
Installation of the city-wide surveillance project.

07-01-09 Grant #09-05
Sponsored Gardena Police Departments 3rd Annual Gardena Police Employee Recognition Day. This event is held every year to show appreciation for Gardena employees.

12-1-09 Grant # 10-01
Funded the registration, transportation, and equipment needed for the Gardena Police Explorers to participate in a yearly National Competition.

1-19-10 Grant # 10-03
Provided funds For Chief Medrano and one staff member to attend the California Police Chiefs Conference in San Jose. This conference is a once a year opportunity for Chiefs to receive training on current law enforcement topics.

03-18-10 Grant # 10-02
Funding to sponsor the Gardena Police Department Team's participation in the 2010 "Baker to Vegas" Challenge Cup, a 120-mile law enforcement relay race, designed to promote physical fitness and teamwork amongst officers and to create a stronger police force.

1-20-11 Grant # 11-01: Baker to Vegas Relay 2011
Funding to sponsor the Gardena Police Department Team's participation in the "Baker to Vegas" Challenge Cup, a 120-mile law enforcement relay race, designed to promote physical fitness and teamwork amongst officers and to create a stronger police force.

03-16-11 Grant # 11-02: iPads
Five (5) IPads were purchased for the department to test new ideas on how to facilitate real-time crime data systems from remote locations.  The devices would also reduce paper use and costs since evacuation maps, reports and notes can be shared with co-workers with a quick e-mail rather than multiple photocopies.

03-03-11 Grant # 11-03: LA County Chief’s Association Spring Conference
The Foundation contributed funds to the LA County Police Chiefs’ Association to have the opportunity to meet and converse about law enforcement issues facing their agencies today, such as budget issues, crime stats, and innovative technologies and crime fighting methods to help keep LA County safe.

05-01-11 Grant # 11-04: Gardena Police Department Employee Recognition Day
Sponsored Gardena Police Departments 5th Annual Gardena Police Employee Recognition Day. This event is held every year to show appreciation for Gardena employees.

6-14-11 Grant # 11-05: 118th Annual International Association of Chiefs of Police
Provided funds for Chief Medrano and one other employee to travel to and attend the Annual International Associations of Chief of Police Conference.

7-26-11 Grant # 11-06: Gardena 9/11/01 Tenth Anniversary Event
Funded the purchase of food, drinks, and supplies for the memorial event.

11-22-11 Grant #11-07: Technology Grant
Purchased computer technology, such as iPads. The use of the iPads allows the department to test new ideas on how to facilitate real-time crime data systems from remote locations.

1-24-12 Grant #12-01: Baker to Vegas 2012
Funding to sponsor the Gardena Police Department Team's participation in the "Baker to Vegas" Challenge Cup, a 120-mile law enforcement relay race, designed to promote physical fitness and teamwork amongst officers and to create a stronger police force.

2-24-12 Grant #12-02: 2012 Team Building Workshop
Provided funds for the Team Building Workshop. The Team Building Workshop allowed the department supervisors and commanders an opportunity to strategize and coordinate the Departments goals and objectives for the upcoming years.

4-2-12 Grant #12-03: Community Business Forum
Funded the Community Business Forum to increase communication and interaction with the businesses in the community.

4-11-12 Grant #12-04: 6th Annual Gardena PD Recognition Day
Sponsored Gardena Police Departments 6th Annual Gardena Police Employee Recognition Day. This event is held every year to show appreciation for Gardena employees.

6-4-12 Grant # 12-05: Special Olympics Torch Run
Purchased t-shirts for the participating runners in the Annual Special Olympics Torch Run.

8-8-12 Grant # 12-06: iPads and Peripherals
Funded the purchase of 14 iPads to supplement the departments e-policing program. The use of the iPads allows the department to test new ideas on how to facilitate real-time crime data systems from remote locations.

 

 

 

 

 

 
   
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