Ryan, Sarah ([email protected]) Wed, Aug 13, 2025 at 4:39 Pm To: "[email protected]" ,

Very few businesses in Santa Cruz County are in compliance with SB 1193 signage requirements. This results in the reduction of community awareness of the problem and the likelihood that trafficking victims will be able to reach out for help. __ AGREE X PARTIALLY DISAGREE __ DISAGREE Response explanation (required for a response other than Agree): The Grand Jury has reported that very few businesses are in compliance with SB 1193 (codified in Civil Code 52.6) signage requirements, but the Capitola Police Department has not verified this statement. Invited Response from the Police Chief, City of Capitola Human Trafficking Due by August 29, 2025

Annual inspections are required of massage businesses in jurisdictions with massage business ordinances, but inspections are generally not being conducted. This can result in undetected human trafficking activity. __ AGREE __ PARTIALLY DISAGREE _X_ DISAGREE Response explanation (required for a response other than Agree): Per the terms of SB 1193/Civil Code Section 52.6, it is Capitola Police Departments understanding that the Police Department is not authorized to enforce SB 1193/Civil Code section 52.6. Invited Response from the Police Chief, City of Capitola Human Trafficking Due by August 29, 2025

There has been a lack of human trafficking presentations to law enforcement. Local law enforcement jurisdictions could request the no- cost training that is available from local human trafficking service providers. This can lead to officers learning to identify human trafficking victims and reduce further victim trauma. _X_ AGREE __ PARTIALLY DISAGREE __ DISAGREE Response explanation (required for a response other than Agree): The Capitola Police is within California Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) training guidelines. We will be reaching out to local training providers to ensure our staff is up to date with current trends and best practices, regarding human trafficking. Invited Response from the Police Chief, City of Capitola Human Trafficking Due by August 29, 2025