Huntington Beach
City Council
25.
25-450
Item Submitted by Councilman Butch Twining and Councilman
Andrew Gruel - DNA and Computer Forensics
Recommended Action:
Direct the City Manager to report back to City Council within 90 days , the feasibility of
developing a DNA processing laboratory along with increasing the size and scope of the
HBPD’s computer forensic laboratory. The study should include start -up costs for
equipment and personnel, possible funding sources, legacy costs for additional personnel,
equipment maintenance, and the potential positive effects on criminal investigations