City of Cypress*

Mental health training for law enforcement officers in Orange County exceeds the State's requirements, resulting in law enforcement applying these skills to better evaluate and handle mental health calls for service. Response: The City of Cypress agrees with the finding.

Law enforcement agencies in Orange County have developed unique ways to deal with mental health calls in their communities based on their particular needs and budgets, enabling law enforcement to better serve their communities. Response: The City of Cypress agrees with the finding.

Law enforcement collaboration with County PERT clinicians and Be Well mobile response units has been an effective tool when responding to mental health calls for service. Response: The City of Cypress agrees with the finding.

People with mental illness respond more positively to "soft uniformed" police personnel, which can be effective in de-escalating situations. Scott Minikus, Mayor Bonnie Peat, Mayor Pro Tem David Burke, Council Member Anne Mallari, Council Member Frances Marquez, Ph.D., Council Member CITY of CYPRESS 5275 Orange Avenue, Cypress, California 90630 Phone 714-229-6700 www.cypressca.org Response: The City of Cypress neither agrees nor disagrees with the finding, recognizing that every call for services presents unique circumstances.

Providing follow-up case management is not only necessary but critical for the wellbeing of people experiencing mental health issues. Response: The City of Cypress agrees with the finding. The City of Cypress would like to thank the Grand Jury for addressing this issue critical to our communities. Should you have any questions or need additional information, please do not hesitate to contact me. Sincerely, Peter Grant City Manager cc: Cypress City Council Scott Minikus, Mayor Bonnie Peat, Mayor Pro Tem David Burke, Council Member Anne Mallari, Council Member Frances Marquez, Ph.D., Council Member