Palo Alto police protocols for dealing with the mentaly ill
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| Submitted | May 31, 2017 |
| Est. Completion | None |
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From: Cynthia Fernandez
To Whom It May Concern:
Pursuant to the California Public Records Act (California Government Code §§ 6250), I hereby request the following records:
Any documents, memos and email exchanges concerning the proper procedure and protocol for encounters with mentally ill individuals. Please include any documents containing alternate language, such as "mentally/emotionally unstable" or the PAPD's preferred terminology for such individuals.
The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for commercial purposes.
In the event that there are fees, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.
Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter. I look forward to receiving your response to this request within 10 calendar days, as the statute requires.
Sincerely,
Courtney Lewis
From: Palo Alto Public Records Center
06/08/2017
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From: Palo Alto Public Records Center
06/08/2017
Dear Courtney :
The City of Palo Alto is dedicated and responsive to our community. Your request has been received and is being processed. Your request was given the reference number W000815-060817 for tracking purposes.
Records Requested: Any documents, memos and email exchanges concerning the proper procedure and protocol for encounters with mentally ill individuals. Please include any documents containing alternate language, such as "mentally/emotionally unstable" or the PAPD's preferred terminology for such individuals.
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From: Palo Alto Public Records Center
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06/12/2017
RE: PUBLIC RECORDS REQUEST of May 31, 2017, Reference # W000815-060817
Dear Courtney ,
I am writing in response to your requests for documents under the California Public Records Act (Govt. Code § 6250 et seq.) received by the City on 5/31/2017.
Your request mentioned Any documents, memos and email exchanges concerning the proper procedure and protocol for encounters with mentally ill individuals. Please include any documents containing alternate language, such as "mentally/emotionally unstable" or the PAPD's preferred terminology for such individuals.
The City has reviewed its files and has located responsive records to your request. Please log in to the Records Center at the following LINK to retrieve the appropriate response. (https://mycusthelp.com/PALOALTOCA/_rs/RequestEdit.aspx?rid=815&coid=)
If you have any questions, or wish to discuss this further, please contact me.
Sincerely,
Lisa Scheff Public Safety Program Manager/Records Police Department
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