City Council

CC 15. Approval of Employee Guidelines for the Use of Personal Protective Spray Recommendation(s): 1. Approve the City of Lancaster Pepper Spray Policy for permanent and temporary non-law enforcement employees working in the City of Lancaster who have completed the required training and have City of Lancaster approval, are authorized to carry and use pepper spray as a self-defense measure while on duty. To enhance the safety of unarmed City staff who regularly interact with the public, the City has developed a Pepper Spray Policy outlining appropriate use, training requirements, and reporting procedures. This policy applies to permanent and temporary non-law enforcement employees in the Community Preservation Division and Lancaster Police Department.