All amounts in U.S. dollars. Numbers in italics are estimates, usually based on the closest year for which data are available.

All amounts in U.S. dollars.

All amounts in U.S. dollars.

Document: 2008 End-Use Monitoring Report

Program: International Narcotics Control and Law Enforcement

SANTO DOMINGO

Background

EUM Program Coordinator
Joseph Runyon, NAS Director, 809-731-4391, RunyonJH@state.;govu

Inventory System
The NAS Section receives updates from the Dominion National Police (DMP) and the National Directorate for the Control of Drug (DNCD). There is no automated inventory system at post.

Staff Member Responsibilities
The National Directorate of Drug Control (DNCD), the Director of Migration, and the Superintendent of Banks maintain inventories and USG-donated equipment. The contractor frequently visited partner offices, including field offices, for informal on-site inspections and spot checks on the status, condition, and use of equipment. Assets that have reached the end of their useful life are reported to the NAS, formally inspected by a NAS representative, and retired from inventories based on a letter of release from the NAS.

The DEA and U.S. military representatives from DAO and MAAG carry out informal on-site monitoring during operations or when interacting with local counterparts. All embassy law enforcement personnel stress to counterparts their accountability for proper use and care of INL-donated equipment. In 2008, the NAS received excellent monitoring cooperation from the receiving GODR agencies and counterparts without exception.

Status-Commodities

Vehicles
Community Police Office Community Police Office Community Police Office Community Police Office Port Security Office DNCD Sensitive Investigative Unit (SIU) DNCD Sensitive Investigative Unit (SIU) DNCD Sensitive Investigative Unit (SIU) SIU Omega Office
SIU Omega Office SIU Omega Office SIU Omega Office SIU Omega Office SIU Omega Office Coordinator's Office DNCD MLU National Police Office National Police Office National Police Office IEESPON office IEESPON office IEESPON office Money Laundering office
Fifteen (15) vehicles and nine (9) motorcycles have been purchased for the SIU since its inception in 2001. No vehicles or motorcycles were purchased in 2007, although four (4) of the nine (9) SIU motorcycles were purchased 2006. There were several minor incidents in 2008. One major accident in November destroyed a Nissan X-Trail. Vehicle insurance covered the majority of the repair costs and returned full reimbursement for the Nissan. The DEA is requesting authorization to use the reimbursement funds to purchase two sedan vehicles for the SIU unit. The SIU performs routine and preventive maintenance on all equipment and vehicles.

Special Investigative Unit
sedans
14
motorcycles
9

Communications Equipment
Radio communications equipment including a third repeater tower, 28 hand-held radios, scramblers, and related components were supplied to the police/military Border Intelligence Units (DOIFs). The repeaters give radio communications coverage along the border with Haiti for use by the DOIF's and DNCD. The NAS has been unable to confirm the status of the repeaters. The following equipment was previously donated to the DNCD: Motorola MX-350 radios (8); ICOM radio receivers (6); Motorola syntor x9000 mobile radios (3); Motorola "Micro" radio repeaters (9); Motorola "Saber" radios (12); Motorola "Spectra" radio bases (25); Motorola "Spectra" mobile radios (12). The current radio communications system is adequate to accomplish the goals of the counternarcotics agencies.

JICC Equipment
The JICC operates with 17 workstations. Embassy officers routinely work with the JICC and ensure that all computer equipment purchased by INL is fully used and maintained. The JICC received software to implement the Guardian system.

Computer Equipment
All computer equipment donated to the DNCD, CND, National Police, and Immigration is in operational condition and being used for the intended purposes. In a few cases, e.g., in the CND Financial Investigations Unit, the equipment is not being used to its full potential due to GODR program deficiencies. Computers recently donated to the J-2 are in excellent condition and being used for the intended purpose of improving communication between field units and headquarters.

The NAS purchased computer hardware for the National Police including a Dell desktop, SFF Window XP, DVD, and two USB ports. All equipment is operational and being used properly.

The following equipment was donated to Immigration: 31 Compaq Desk Pro computers; 35 High resolution monitors; 3 Compaq PL 1600 servers; 4 HP LaserJet 4050N printers; 33 UPS backups. The following equipment was donated to the Financial Investigative Unit (FIU): 1 Dell Poweredge 4400 server; 4 Dell Optiplex GX110 computers; 2 Dell laptops; 1 HP LaserJet printer. The NAS purchased computer equipment for the newly established National Police Trafficking in Persons Investigation Unit.

Search and Rescue personal computer software was previously acquired through a Foreign Military Financing (FMF) case. The Dominican Navy is using the software for search and rescue operations.

Vessels
Six former Coast Guard cutters were transferred to the Dominican Navy under Section 516 Excess Defense Article (EDA) programs. Of these, two (2) remain in operational condition, but in poor material condition readiness. The other four (4) are no longer in use. Of the four (4) no longer in use, two (2) were sunk by the DR Navy in 2006 and the remaining two (2) are awaiting approval to be scrapped.

In 1994, DR Navy acquired six (6) Rigid Hull Inflatable Boat (RHIB's) to conduct patrol of rivers and coast near ports and remain in operational condition.

In 2003, three (3) outboard Zodiac and three (3) 17-foot fiberglass harbor patrol craft were acquired through a Foreign Military Financing (FMF) case in November 2003. None of the six (6) are operational due to poor maintenance practices and the lack of funds for repairs and preventive maintenance.

In 2007, four (4) 43-foot, high speed, long-range, off-shore interceptor boats were given to the DR Navy under the Enduring Friendship (EF) Regional program. They were procured with 2006 funding and are equipped with excellent, but commercial, off-the-shelf navigation equipment that includes radar, Nav-plot with integrated GPS, fix mounted FLIR camera, and ship to shore communications. Additionally, EF interceptor boats are outfitted with Harris HF/VHF radios. All four (4) boats are operational and in good condition.

Dominican Navy
U.S. Coast Guard Cutter
4
RHIB
6
Zodiac
3
17 ft. fiberglass harbor craft
3
43 ft. Interceptor boat
4

Aircraft
Of the six UH-1's, four are operational and two are down for parts. In 2004, the Navy received eight (8) refurbished "Huey 2" helicopters and ten (10) OH-58 helicopters. Of the eight Huey II's, five are operational and three are down for parts. All OH-58's are operational. All aircraft are based at the Dominican San Isidro Air Force Base. All Dominican air assets are viewed on a recurring base during visits to base and during operational missions. Many of the Huey II's were inspected thoroughly by an INL/A team in January 2009.

Dominican Navy
UH-1H
6
Huey II
8
OH-58
10

Canine Program
In 2007, the NAS provided support to the Cuerpo Especializado en Seguridad Aeropuertuaria (CESA) explosives-sniffing canine units in the form of training and re-certification of the canine handlers at five major Dominion airports. There are twenty-two (22) dogs. They are located at all airports. They succeeded in finding suitcases of drugs at both Las American and Punta Cana in recent months. The dogs are all in good condition and kept in good facilities. Trainers continue to meet expectations.

Miscellaneous Equipment
During 2007, the DEA purchased several earphones, shredders, camcorders and accessories, VD players, DVD and CD duplicators/recorders, televisions, a wireless projector, external hard drives, Marantz recorders, encryption software, routes and a new fax machine. Some broken equipment, such as chairs, digital and video cameras, helmets, binoculars and flashlights, have been disposed of. A laptop was either lost or stolen from a vehicle in August.

Tactical gear such as T-shirts, pants, boots, goggles, gloves, backpacks and holsters were purchased during this past year.

The following are in use by the DNCD: 17 Craig recorders, 17 Sony recorders, 7 Panasonic recorders, 20 headphones, 25 Radio Shack tele-recording controls, 4 fax machines, 4 Pentax cameras, 1 CD-Rom reader, two digital cameras, 4 fax machines, helmets, handcuffs, bullet-proof vests, and electronic typewriters, concealed recording devices and transcription equipment. Each DOIF received a stock of flashlights, handcuffs, and nylon wrist/ankle ties. The NAS bought surveillance equipment, office furniture, and appliances for the DEA Vetted Unit in 2002. Due to their age and condition, a few items were disposed of including old office chairs, and tables, cell phones, beepers and a small cassette recorder. The DNCD maintains an inventory system that includes photographs of items purchased for the DNCD. It also tracks short-term equipment disbursement.

The NAS purchased and installed a new 35kv generator to help protect the increasingly complex Information Systems Unit from frequent power outages. The recently installed lightning rod system continued to control dangerous power surges during summer storms. Non-functional vehicles were formally inspected and removed from DNCD inventory.

The NAS continued to fund regular maintenance of generators and UPS equipment for the DNCD and for the Bani Center for victims of domestic violence.

Program Impact
That DNCD is a productive partner in counternarcotics affairs is almost completely attributed to equipment training and close support provided by DEA and NAS over several years. The NAS is making good progress to cement the same partnership relations with the National Police, Cuerpo Espedializado de Seguridad Aeroportuaria (CESA), Cuerpo Especializado de Seguridad Portuaria (CESEP), and the National Drug Council. Other agencies in the Embassy's law enforcement community are working with the National Police, Customs Immigration, the National Investigation Department (FBI equivalent) DNCD and military agencies with law enforcement powers, including CESAA and CESEP. Continued law enforcement cooperation with the Dominican government is vital to avoid losing the battle to smart, well-organized gangs of delinquents and corruption in official positions.

Problems and Corrective Action Plan (CAP)
Post has had a personnel shortage. The NAS Director position had been vacant for two years. The EFM position was vacant over fifty (50) percent of the time the last three years. A LES Budget Analyst position was recently filled and the EFM position is being advertised which will lesson the burden on End Use Monitoring and operational activities in 2009.

Document: 2008 End-Use Monitoring Report

Program: International Narcotics Control and Law Enforcement

BRIDGETOWN

Background
Post is responsible for the INL-funded program in seven countries: Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Dominica, Grenada, St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, and St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Post is also responsible for monitoring equipment provided to the French Department of Martinique. The Narcotics Affairs Agent personally monitored equipment and met with the Police, Coast Guard, Defense Force, Financial Intelligence Units and other officials to review the use of equipment and services provided through NAS funding. Host government officials cooperated fully with End Use Monitoring.

EUM Program Coordinator
NAS Procurement Agent Robert McDonald, (245) 227-4128; mcdonaldrh@state.gov

Inventory System
Upon receipt of equipment, the recipients are required to complete receiving reports which are entered into the inventory database maintained in MS Access.

Staff Member Responsibilities
Robert McDonald is the sole INL-funded employee in the NAS Section in Bridgetown and is responsible for the purchase, delivery and inspection of all equipment and services provided with NAS funding.

Counterpart Agencies
Antigua Barbuda Defence Force Coast Guard Antigua Barbuda Defence Force (ABDF)
Office of National Drug Control and Money Laundering Policy (ONDCP)
Financial Services Regulatory Commission (FSRC)
International Financial Sector Regulatory Authority (IFSRA)
Federal Crimes Information Unit (FCIU)
Police Training School Drug Squad

Monitoring Procedures
On-site Inspections There were a total of 1,666 donated items subject to inspection. Post inspected
about 80% of the available items.

Status-Commodities

Barbados

Vehicles
The Barbados Airport Security uses one 2001 Mitsubishi L200 double cab purchased in support of the C-26 program. The 2003 Nissan X-Trail provided to the Barbados Information Centre remains in good condition and is used for surveillance.

Airport Security
Mitsubishi L200 double cab
1
Police Information Center
Nissan X-trail
1

Communications Equipment
The Sectel telephone and base station at the Coast Guard are working well.

Computer Equipment
Thirty laptops purchased for the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions in 2002 were distributed throughout the court system and used daily. Three laptops, four computers, i2 Analyst's Notebook, four printers, one digital camera and one projector are in use at the Financial Crime Investigations Unit (FCIU) and are in fair condition. Two of the laptops need new batteries. Two printers, a server, scanner and a fax machine are in use at the Barbados Information Centre (JICC program). Three were purchased in 2001 and need to be replaced. The Drug Squad uses one computer and one printer which are in fair condition.

Miscellaneous Equipment
The 22 stenography machines are in need of servicing but there are no qualified technicians on the island and no funding to send the machines overseas to be serviced. The television, chairs, TV carts, A/C units, and keyboard charts are all used daily. The Barbados Information Center has one photocopier which is in good condition.

Uniform and Field Gear
One pair of Night Vision Goggles is in use at the Airport Security. The Drug Squad uses one digital camera and the Barbados Information Center uses one portable scanner which is in good condition. The digital camera has reached the end of its useful life.

Vessels
The Coast Guard has one H920 RHIB in good condition. The 733 RHIB and Boston Whaler are in fair condition.

Coast Guard
Boston Whaler
1
733 RHIB
1
H920 RHIB
1

Dominica

Vehicles
In 2007, the NAS purchased a Toyota double cab for the Dominica Customs. It is in good working order. The Coast Guard uses one 2006 Kubota tractor mainly for hauling and retrieving the H920 RHIB boat. The 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero used in the DARE program was involved in an accident but was repaired and is in good condition. One 2000 Mitsubishi Pajero Wagon at the Special Branch program is in good condition.

Coast Guard
Nissan Double Cab
1
Kubota tractor
1

DARE
Mitsubishi Pajero
1

Special Branch
Mitsubishi Pajero
1

Customs
Toyota Double Cab
1

Computer Equipment
In 2008, NAS Bridgetown purchased one laptop, one desktop computer, and one scanner for the FCIU. The FCIU uses two laptops, three computers, one all-in-one fax machine, i2 Analyst's Notebook, two printers, one laptop and one server. Three computers and one multi-purpose unit have reached the end of their useful life. Three computers, two printers, and one projector are in use at the Financial Services Unit (FSU).

Comunications Equipment
The Police Force has one solar repeater in use.

Vessels
In 2007, the NAS purchased two 275 hp engines for the H920 RHIB which is not fully functional. The lower units of the 733 RHIB's engine are having problems and the Coast Guard is seeking to have them replaced by the manufacturers. The 22' Nautica RHIB purchased in 2001 continues to experience engine and fuel tank problems and the collar needs to be replaced. It has been determined that repairs would be too costly so arrangements are being made to dispose of the vessel by auction.

Maritime Equipment
The 733 RHIB has been fitted with new engines acquired by TAFT and is working well. The H920 RHIB has engine problems but is serviceable. The 22' Nautica RHIB purchased in 2001 continues to experience engine and fuel tank problems but is serviceable and is used in shallow areas. Two 225 HP engines purchased in 2001 are operational.

Coast Guard
22' Nautica
1
733 RHIB
1
920 RHIB
1

Miscellaneous Equipment
One portable air compressor at the Coast Guard is having the wheels replaced as it appears too heavy for existing wheels; otherwise it is working perfectly and has proven quite useful. The Director of Public Prosecutions uses law books and one photocopier. The Drug Squad uses two filing cabinets and a shredder. Their photocopier is no longer serviceable. The FCIU uses a photocopier, safe, shredder, and twelve office chairs. Five office chairs have reached the end of their useful life. One photocopier, fax machine, shredder, heavy duty stapler, binding machine and paper cutter are in use at the FCIU. One conference table and twelve chairs have been transferred to the National Joint Information Center (NJIC) as it is too large to fit into the conference room at the new FCIU office.

Uniforms and Field Gear
In 2008, the NAS purchased 20 holsters, 20 flashlights, four binoculars, one NVG and one camcorder for the Drug Squad. In 2007, the NAS purchased twelve handcuffs, eight drug test kits, fifteen BDU's, six microcassette recorders, six flashlights and latex gloves for the Customs and Excise Department and Personal Floating Devices (PFD's) for the Coast Guard. The Customs and Excise Department also uses five binoculars, two spotlights, body armor and one digital camera. The Drug Squad uses Night Vision Goggles, binoculars, a digital camera, traffic vests, BDU uniforms, holsters, body armor, flashlights, GPS receivers, rain gear, handcuffs, weapon belts, ponchos, jungle boots, water bottles, two vehicle camouflage nets, six tents, inspection mirrors and field compasses. The Coast Guard has one handheld spotlight, rain gear, Night Vision Goggles, binoculars, body armor, a digital camera and fiber optic viewer.

St. Lucia

Vehicles
One 2001 Isuzu double cab at the Marine Police Unit is serviceable but used extensively between the Vieux Fort Base and the Castries Base and experiences minor problems from time to time. The Police Drug Squad's 2001 Nissan Patrol Wagon was involved in an accident with a drunk driver during an operation and has been scrapped. One 2000 Mitsubishi mini bus is used for the DARE program and is in fair condition.

Coast Guard
Izusu Double Cab
1

DARE
Mitsubishi mini bus
1
Coast Guard
H920 RHIB
1
733 RHIB
1
Boston Whaler
1

Computer Equipment
In 2008, NAS Bridgetown donated one laptop, one desktop and one printer to the Police Special Branch. Two computers, two printers, one laptop and one fax machine are used by the Police Special Branch and are in good condition. The FCIU is using a projector, one i2 Analyst's Notebook, six computers, a fax machine, digital camera, scanner, two printers and one laptop. One fax machine and one scanner are used daily at the Coast Guard. Two computers and two printers have reached the end of their useful life. The Drug Squad is making use of one computer and printer at their Vieux Fort location. Two computers, one laptop, and two printers are in use at the Substance Abuse Advisory Council Secretariat (SAACS). The Customs Central Intelligence Unit uses three computers, two scanners, one printer, and one laptop. They are in fair condition.

Communications Equipment
Two VHF radios and one base station are in use at the Coast Guard.

Vessels
The Marine Unit's Zodiac H920 "Go Fast" RHIB is fully operational and in good condition. One of the 275 HP Mercury engines purchased in 2007 exploded during and operation. The 733 RHIB is fully operational and used at the Vieux Fort Base. One Boston Whaler, which is used only or training, is being refurbished.

Coast Guard
H920 RHIB
1
733 RHIB
1
Boston Whaler
1

Uniforms and Field Gear
The Customs Department uses two Night Vision Goggles which are in fair condition. The Drug Squad uses 25 sets of uniforms and boots, one portable scale, two Night Vision Goggles and a digital camera. The Marine Unit uses six sets of dive gear, fourteen sets of body armor, and a fiber optic viewer. All are in fair condition. The FCIU uses one Night Vision Goggles, one pair of binoculars, and three bulletproof vests in good condition. The Special Branch is using one camcorder, one digital camera, and ten sets of body armor.

Miscellaneous Equipment
In 2006, the NAS provided five air conditioning units to the Marine Unit's Base in Castries. They are in good condition. Five air conditioning units, one photocopier, shredder, four filing cabinets, lockers and folding chairs are used daily at the Marine Unit's sub-base in Vieux Fort and are in fair condition. One NAS provided photocopier is in use at the CRO. The FCIU uses one conference room table with chairs, four 2-drawer filing cabinets, one safe, six office desks, six chairs, one shredder and two fireproof filing cabinets. The Substance Abuse Advisory Council Secretariat uses armchairs, side chairs, a desk, a credenza, and a conference table. One shredder is in use at the Police Special Branch. Law books are in use at the Office of the D.P.P.

St. Vincent and the Grenadines

Vehicles
The Drug Squad's uses one 1988 Toyota Double Cab and one 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero wagon. Both have been extensively used and need to be replaced. One 2001 Mitsubishi Pajero for the Marion House "Right Step Program" remains in fair condition and is used to transport employees to mentor in rural districts. The 1999 Mitsubishi Pajero purchased for the DARE Program has been repaired and reupholstered and is working well.

DARE
Mitsubishi Pajero
1

Drug Squad
Mitsubishi Pajero
1

Marian House
Mitsubishi Pajero
1

Computer Equipment
The Drug Squad uses two laptops, one digital SLR camera and one photo printer which are in good condition. One computer and a scanner are used at the Community Relations Office (CRO). Three laptops, two projectors, one scanner, one printer, one USB flash drive, and an I2 Analyst Notebook are in use at the FCIU and in good condition. The A/G's office uses three computers, one server, two printers, one scanner, one projector, and one photocopier. The Police Narcotics Intelligence Unit has two computers, one fax machine and one printer.

Vessels
Two H920 RHIB's and one 733 RHIB at the Coast Guard are in good condition. Their Boston Whaler is presently receiving repairs to the hull.

Miscellaneous Equipment
One laminator, one binding machine, a digital surveillance and security access system, shredder, television, VCR, digital camera, safe, and photocopier are in use at the FCIU and are in good condition. One TV/VCR and one slide projector provided by the NAS are in use at Marion House and are in good condition. The Drug Squad uses twenty-four pairs of bunk beds and one paper trimmer which are in fair condition. The Police Narcotics Intelligence Unit uses one photocopier which is in fair condition.

Uniforms and Field Gear
Three bullet proof vessels, one Night Vision Goggles, one digital SLR camera, one camcorder, one digital camera, one pair of binoculars and three micro-cassette recorders are in good condition and used by the FCIU. One digital recorder, two vehicle rotating lights, Raid T-shirts, one Night Vision Goggles, drug I.D. kits, body armor, GPS's, SLR camera, binoculars, one digital camcorder and flashlights are in fair condition and used daily at the Drug Squad. Their Raid T-shirts and Night Vision Goggles have reached the end of their useful life.

Antigua and Barbuda

Vehicles
The Police Drug Squad's Canine Unit is using two 2001 Suzuki vans with dog cages. They are in good condition. The Police Drug Squad's 1998 Mitsubishi Pajero has reached the end of its useful life. The 1999 Nissan Patrol purchased for the DARE program works well. The ONDCP's 2003 Suzuki Vitara Wagon is used extensively and is experiencing engine problems.

Canine Unit
Suzuki Carry Van
2

DARE
Nissan Patrol
1

ONDCP
Suzuki Vitari Wagon
1

Vessels
The Coast Guard's H920 RHIB is working well. Their 733 RHIB needs a new collar. Two Boston Whalers are in out-of-commission and not cost- effective to repair.

Miscellaneous Equipment
The ONDCP uses four stationery storage cabinets, nineteen desks and chairs, and two fireproof filing cabinets.

Uniforms and Field Gear
In 2008, NAS Bridgetown donated one pair of Night Vision Goggles to the Drug Squad. One pair of Night Vision Goggles is in use at the
Antigua Barbuda Defence Force (ABDF). The Drug Squad uses one portable scale, portable scanners, cameras, binoculars, micro cassette recorders and handcuffs. Two portable scanners have reached the end of their useful life. The Office of National Drug and Money Laundering Control Police (ONDCP) uses a portable scale, body armor, portable scanners, camera equipment, a camcorder, flashlights, binoculars, Night Vision Goggles and rechargeable spotlights, and micro cassette recorders. The Coast Guard uses a NAS-provided digital camera.

Computer Equipment
The Financial Services Regulatory Commission uses nine laptops. The Police Training School uses one projector. Four laptops are in use at the Financial Service Regulatory Commission. Two laptops have reached the end of their useful life. The International Financial Sector Regulatory Authority (IFSRA) uses 14 computers, two servers, one network printer and one scanner. The ONDCP equipment includes 24 computers, three printers, a projector, three i2 Analyst's Notebooks, two servers, a plotter, four scanners and four printers. One projector was damaged due to a power surge and cannot be repaired. The Defense Force uses one laptop. The Drug Squad uses one projector.

St. Kitts

Vehicles
The Nevis Task Force uses one 2001 Toyota double cab. The St. Kitts Drug Squad's uses one 1996 Jeep Cherokee. Their 1998 Mitsubishi mini van has reached the end of its useful life and has been replaced by the Police Credit Union. The 1999 Mitsubishi mini bus provided to the DARE program remains in good condition.

Nevis Task Force
Toyota Double Cab
1
St. Kitts Drug Squad
Jeep Cherokee
1

DARE Program
Mitsubishi Van
1

Miscellaneous Equipment
One air conditioning unit is in use at the National Joint Headquarters (NJHQ). The Nevis Financial Services Department uses one photocopier. The Drug Squad uses six air conditioning units, desks, filing cabinets, stacking chairs and office chairs. The FCIU uses one office desk and chair, one secretarial workstation, one conference table, twelve chairs, three fireproof filing cabinets, a binding machine, trimmer, television, VCR, photocopier, shredder and digital camera. The National Council for Drug Abuse Prevention (NACDAP) uses one television, VCR, photocopier, five desks, five office chairs, ten guest chairs, and a conference table with sixteen chairs, two stationery cabinets and two filing cabinets.

Vessels
The Coast Guard's Zodiac H920 RHIB needs new engines which are being purchased by TAFT in Puerto. Their 733 RHIB is having one collar patched and reinstalled. The 22' RHIB purchased for the Nevis Customs is operational.

Computer Equipment
One server, three computers, one printer, digital camera and projector are in use at the National Joint Headquarters (NJHQ). Four computers, one server and one laptop are in use at the Financial Services Department (FSD). The Nevis Regulation and Supervisory Division (RSD) uses four computers, three printers, and one laptop. The FIU uses one i2 Analyst Notebook, two computers, a network hub, laptop, projector, scanner and two printers. One computer and one printer are in use at their Nevis office and two computers have reached the end of their useful life. Five computers, a projector and fax machine are in use at the (NACDAP). One scanner is in use at the Drug Squad.

Uniforms and Field Gear
In 2007, the NAS provided five sets of body armor and one Night Vision Goggles to the Coast Guard; two vehicle light bars, two siren sets, two handheld scanners, one Night vision Goggles, twenty body armor, ten leg irons and twenty handcuffs to the Police Force; seven body armor, two digital cameras, thirteen handcuffs, one NVG, four binoculars, and 39 sets of BDU's to the Drug Squad. The Drug Squad uses a camcorder, handcuffs, two portable scales (one in Nevis) and a digital camera. The Nevis Police uses BDUs, jungle boots, ponchos, handcuffs, fingerprint cameras, fingerprinting equipment, SLR cameras, film developing equipment, Night Vision Goggles, handcuffs, flashlights, binoculars, rain gear, body armor, traffic vests and a digital camera.

Grenada

Vehicles
The Special Services Unit's (SSU) 2001 3-ton Toyota truck is in fair condition. The FCIU's 2001 Mitsubishi L3000 van was traded in for a new vehicle at the expense of the Grenada Government. The Drug Squad's 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara wagon is in good condition. It was originally purchased for undercover operations but will have to undergo some repainting to resume these activities. The DARE program uses one 1999 Mitsubishi Prajero wagon. It is in fair condition.

Miscellaneous Equipment
Fireproof filing cabinets, an alarm system, a photocopier, two fireproof filing cabinets, one shredder, four desks, six chairs, coffee table, six waiting room chairs, television, VCR, fax machine, digital camera, a filing cabinet, and a portable projector screen are all in good condition at the FIU. The Drug Squad uses one NAS-provided television and VCR, one shredder, a photocopier, three filing cabinets, five office chairs and two fireproof cabinets. Six air conditioning units are in use at Police Headquarters and are in fair condition.

Vessels
The Coast Guard's five engines purchased in 2003 remain in good condition. The H920 RHIB vibrates when going at high speed which makes it incapable of taking part in interdiction operations. The 733 RHIB is in need of lower units for its engine and is presently out-of-service. Both Boston Whalers are being refurbished.

Computer Equipment
The FIU uses two laptops, one fax machine, four computers, three printers, and one scanner. Their i2 Analyst's Notebook needs to be upgraded. The Drug Squad uses one server, two computers, and two palm pilots. The projector is still in need of a new bulb.

Uniforms and Field Gear
The Police Force uses 250 police caps and belts, 430 sets of uniforms, 150 reflective vests and 150 flashlights which are distributed throughout the police force and in fair condition. The Drug Squad uses binoculars, polo shirts, caps, pagers, a rescue phone, body armor, two digital cameras, a digital camcorder, batons, windbreakers, microcassette recorders, flashlights, and Night Vision Goggles that are in fair condition. Two digital cameras have reached the end of their useful life. The Police Special Branch uses body armor, microsette recorders and a GPS receiver.

Martinique
The Director of the French Coast Guard has reported that the 82-foot patrol boat, the Lafayette, is in good condition and continues to contribute to the seizures of marijuana and cocaine. It completed 103 missions, 952 hours, 432 vessels boarded and controlled.

Regional Security System

Vehicles
One 2002 Isuzu double cabin pickup purchased for the C-26 project received clutch repairs and is working well.

Aircraft
The RSS Airwing has two C-26 aircraft. One is fully operational and the other has been sent to Provincial Airlines to have fuel leaks repaired. The C-26s have proven very effective in interdictions throughout the region, flying a total of 814 hours while taking part in 233 counter-drug mission. Forty-eight targets were prosecuted, 561 lbs of cocaine, 9,404 lbs of marijuana and 13 vessels were seized and there were 57 arrests.

Vessels
One Zodiac H920 RHIB located at the RSS Training Unit has engine problems. Replacement parts will be source from one of the Coast Guards in the region.

Computer Equipment
The Administration Section uses two laptops and two projectors for classroom training sessions. The Training Unit in Antigua uses one scanner and one fax machine. The C-26 project uses one computer and three printers.

Communications Equipment
The pilot headsets at the C-26 program are in good condition. Their hand-held batteries need new batteries.
Uniforms and Field Gear-The C-26 program uses sixteen aircrew survival vests, life preservers, flight suits, boots, rescue lights, rescue mirrors, a digital camera and camcorder. Chain saws, two 20' x 40' tents, night vision goggles, rope, binoculars, machetes, gloves, gerry cans, MRE's GPS receivers are used for marijuana eradication operations and were used in eradicating 320,000 plants in 2008.

Miscellaneous Equipment
The RSS Training Unit in Antigua uses lockers, a shredder, ten filing cabinets, 12 utility tables, 32 classroom chairs, one lectern, one coffee table, one living room suite, mattresses, folding chairs, folding tables, two washing machines, two dryers and a 25-ton air conditioner condensing unit. Two refrigerators, two televisions, two VCRs, a TV stand, microwave oven, radio cassette, refrigerator, lawn mower, weed-wacker, and 11 air conditioners are used by the C-26 support staff.

Program Impact

Aircraft
The two NAS-provided C-26 aircraft used by the Regional Security System's Airwing have been a great success story. Operating mainly on intelligence received, they have been able to detect go-fast boats transporting drugs through the Caribbean and in coordination with the Coast Guards and Police Forces have been able to guide the aircraft accurately toward suspected vessels. The aircraft have also been used during a prison uprising in Barbados and to assist in providing relief to islands hit by hurricanes.

Vessels
The NAS-provided H920 Go-fast RHIBS have been very useful in intercepting go- fast boats carrying drugs. In coordination with the C-26 aircraft, the vessels have been deployed strategically to intercept vessels throughout the region.

Vehicles
NAS-provided vehicles are crucial to conducting interdictions in the region. Because of the topography of some islands, these vehicles which are purchased specifically for rough terrain have proven useful in reaching areas not accessible to regular vehicles. The vehicles provided for the DARE program are crucial to the officers in reaching schools which are on the other side of the islands.

Field Equipment
NAS works closely with DEA in ensuring that sophisticated equipment necessary for carrying out interdictions and surveillance are provided to the respective forces. Items such as Night Vision Goggles and bullet proof vests are not necessarily standard issue and the officers would not be able to effectively carry out interdictions without them.

Computer Equipment
NAS-provided computer equipment has been useful in carrying out everyday duties in several agencies. In some islands, the NAS-provided computer equipment are the only means of carrying out their duties.

Uniforms
NAS has provided Battle Dress Uniforms (BDU's) to some agencies to carry out surveillance and interdictions in jungle type situations. Previously, they had to wear regular T-shirts or civilian clothes. NAS-provided uniforms have proven to be more suitable and have resulted in an increased number of these operations. The NAS also provided uniforms to the Grenada Police Force after a hurricane had destroyed most of their stores.

Problems and Corrective Action Plan (COR)

Funding
Reduced NAS funding in recent years has severely affected the mobility of some agencies. Vehicles are aging and need to be replaced as they are used extensively and break down often. Sometimes, when required to carry out an operation, the Drug Squad has had to depend on other agencies to loan them a vehicle.

Spare Engines
With respect to vessels, the respective Coast Guards have experienced problems with the engines on the H920 RHIBs. The original engines have been replaced but there are no spare engines in case the existing ones have problems. Spare parts are not accessible locally and sometimes they are forced to cannibalize old engines to get replacement parts. There have been occasions when suspected vessels were in the area but the Coast Guard did not have a vessel to inspect them. Vessels have had to also give up chase because the engines would overheat. The Nautica 22' RHIB in Dominica has proven to be unsuitable for other waters and has experienced problems with the fuel tank, and water getting in to the engines, and the collar which can only be replaced by the manufacturer. It has been determined that this is too costly and the decision has been made to dispose of the vessel by auction and the funds derived be used to purchase replacement engines.

Computer Equipment
Computer equipment and field equipment in most cases are outdated and need to be replaced. In some islands, there are frequent power surges and UPS's purchased in the U.S. are not suitable. So UPS' have to be purchased locally and are very expensive.

Document: FY2009 Section 1022(a) Report

Program: Section 1004 Counter-Drug Assistance

NATION: Dominican Republic PROJECT SUPPORT EFFORT: Pier & Boat Ramp. PROJECT CODE: 9493 FUNDING ($K): $892K DESCRIPTION: Cabo Rojo - Coast Guard Pier & Boat Ramp PROJECT TASK: Design and construct small boat pier. Design and construct small boat ramp.

Document: International Narcotics Control Strategy Report

Program: International Narcotics Control and Law Enforcement

U.S. Policy Initiatives and Programs Policy Initiatives. USG policy objectives in the DR are to enhance existing land and maritime law enforcement capabilities to act against narcotics traffickers and to improve the GODR?s ability to successfully investigate and prosecute criminal cases. Bilateral Cooperation. During 2009, the USG, through Department of State?s Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) provided equipment and training to: maintain the drug and explosive detection canine units; support the DNCD?s vetted Sensitive Investigation Unit (SIU) and Tactical Response Team; expand DNCD computer training, database expansion and systems maintenance support; improve the DNCD?s capability to detect drugs smuggled through airports; and enhance the DR?s anti-money laundering capacity. CBP conducted two international interdiction training seminars on airport and seaport cargo for the DNP, DNCD and Dominican Customs (DGA). DGA provided their Regional Training Center and transportation for these seminars and the U.S. Embassy?s Narcotics Affairs Section (NAS) funded the courses. Other NAS-funded training included sending candidates to the Colombian Jungle Commando course, airport narcotics detection training in Bogot?, Colombia, and a twelve-module anti-money laundering course developed by NAS. The United States Coast Guard (USCG) participated in joint counternarcotics and illegal migrant operations, including the use of mobile biometrics to identify and prosecute criminals transiting the Mona Passage between the DR and Puerto Rico. In addition, the USCG held three subject-matter expert exchange conferences for the benefit of the Dominican Navy: the Annual Interoperability Conference aimed at improving coordination in maritime interdictions; the Caribbean Search and Rescue Conference to improve and coordinate collaborative efforts of mutual search and rescue resources; and the International Shipping and Port Security Conference geared towards enhancing port security in the DR. The USCG also provided maritime law enforcement, leadership, engineering and maintenance, port security, and command and control training to the Dominican Navy. Under the maritime bilateral agreement with the GODR, 88 lbs of cocaine were removed, three smugglers were detained, and one vessel was seized. This agreement continued to facilitate counternarcotics cooperation between the Dominican Navy and the USCG. The Law Enforcement Development Program, implemented by the Embassy?s NAS assisted the DNP with reforms aimed at completing its transformation into a professional, civilian-oriented organization. Since the program was initiated in 2006, over 9,000 police investigators and prosecutors have undergone training in basic crime scene investigation. A community based policing project established in 13 high risk barrios in Santo Domingo led to positive trends in crime reduction in these neighborhoods. This project has been expanded to Puerto Plata, Cabarete, and Santiago. National Police and Prosecutors received joint training. During the year 500 cadets completed Police Academy training, which used the revised curriculum designed by NAS. The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) provided assistance to strengthen the DR?s justice system, with a particular focus on effective implementation of the Criminal Procedures Code to ensure proper acquisition, storage, and handling of evidence and adherence to reasonable time limits for prosecuting cases. USAID also assisted the National Institute for Forensic Sciences with improving procedures to secure and preserve evidence.

Document: Bureau for International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs Program and Budget Guide, Fiscal Year 2010

Program: International Narcotics Control Economic Aid

FY 2010 Program

Money Laundering

Projects will focus on building the capacity of the Attorney General's office to investigate and prosecute money laundering and enhance the Dominican government's ability to seize assets, including provision of a multi-module money laundering course for investigators, prosecutors and judges. Assistance will be provided to an ongoing program to support the Dominican Financial Intelligence Unit and other efforts to enable the Dominican Republic to again achieve Egmont Certification as well as for training of money sniffing dogs and customs personnel dedicated to search and recovery of proceeds from narcotics trafficking.

Document: Bureau for International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs Program and Budget Guide, Fiscal Year 2010

Program: International Narcotics Control and Law Enforcement

Program Objectives and Performance Indicators

Enhance existing land and maritime law enforcement action against narco-traffickers.

• Increased number of interdictions and quantity of drugs seized.

• Increased number of arrests and successful prosecutions of drug traffickers.

Document: PANAMAX: Teamwork against terrorism

Program: Exercises

Fuerzas Aliadas PANAMAX is an annual exercise tailored to the defense of the Panama Canal against transnational threats. PANAMAX 2009 is designed to address a spectrum of possible threats, including terrorist acts against the canal, to ensure a multinational force can respond to any request for support from the Government of Panama while respecting national sovereignty.

Fuerzas Aliadas PANAMAX is an annual exercise tailored to the defense of the Panama Canal against transnational threats. PANAMAX 2009 is designed to address a spectrum of possible threats, including terrorist acts against the canal, to ensure a multinational force can respond to any request for support from the Government of Panama while respecting national sovereignty.

Ultimately Fuerzas Aliadas PANAMAX is about working together and learning from each other in order to promote trust and foster willingness for continued collaboration and teamwork. PANAMAX offers the opportunity to strengthen the ability to operate together which ultimately strengthens security of the hemisphere.

Participants and observers include forces from Argentina, Belize, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Netherlands, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, the United States and Uruguay. The ground portion of the exercise is being conducted at Fort Sam Houston and Camp Bullis, both in San Antonio from Sept. 13-21.

Document: Opening Ceremony Kicks Off FA PANAMAX 2009

Program: Exercises

More than 4,500 personnel from 20 countries began a 12-day exercise here Friday to train in a joint, multinational effort to ensure the security of the Panama Canal.

FA PANAMAX 2009 is one of the largest multinational training exercises in the world, and is taking place in the waters off the coasts of Panama from Sept. 11-22 with the participation of civil and military forces.

More than 20 vessels and a dozen aircraft are involved in the exercises. Participants are focusing on a variety of responses to any request from the Government of Panama to protect and guarantee safe passage of traffic through the Panama Canal, ensure its neutrality, and respect national sovereignty. Simulated ground forces are also participating at Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio, Texas.

The FA PANAMAX 2009 exercise scenario includes sea-based training devoted to maritime interdiction operations, including visit, boarding, search and seizure. Virtual land-based training in San Antonio, Texas, will focus on command and control, stability operations, humanitarian assistance and disaster-relief operations.

FA PANAMAX 2009 participating nations include: Argentina, Belize, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Netherlands, Nicaragua, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, United States and Uruguay. France and Mexico are scheduled to participate as observers. The Conference of Central American Armies, the Organization of American States and the United Nations will also participate.

Document: U.S. Army Leads Multinational Peacekeeping Exercise in Guatemala

Program: Exercises

The U.S. Army is working hand-in-hand with the Central American Armed Forces Conference to enhance stability and cooperation throughout the region with their annual Peace Keeping Operations Exercise here.

The current three-week-long exercise consists of various training venues and culminates with a final command-post exercise Aug. 15-17 where students will get a chance to put into practice all the information and skills they learned during the annual Peace Keeping Operations Exercise

This is the third and final phase of annual exercises designed specifically for this region.

The conference, known as CFAC, is comprised of The Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Guatemala, Nicaragua and Honduras and was established approximately a decade ago.

This annual exercise equips CFAC troops with the knowledge and tools to effectively execute peacekeeping missions and respond to natural disasters, within United Nations standards, throughout the region.

During this 16-day phase, a class consisting of 86 students representing the various countries, learn everything from convoy and security operations to medical evacuation and public affairs procedures all within United Nations guidelines.

The exercise took approximately 3 months of coordination and planning and the team is already looking to plan future exercises, said Kempf. “Next year, the focus country will be Chile, and in 2011, it will be in Brazil.”

The overall goal is to enhance interoperability and improve security and cooperation of the people in the region

Document: Training Strengthens Dominican Republic, U.S. Partnerships

Program: Exercises

The purpose of this JCET was to strengthen the partnership between the United States and the Dominican Republic Navy. This training exercise is held annually at the invitation of the Dominican Republic and focuses on supporting their counter-drug mission.
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This course covers basic seamanship skills, including everything from towing the boats on trailers to inserting and extracting forces on the ground. Previous U.S. engagement with the Dominicans has included Enduring Friendship, a USSOUTHCOM-spearheaded multi-year program that aims to lay the groundwork for a regional security network of maritime patrollers by providing seven nations´ improved communications systems and high-speed interceptor boats. These four craft, delivered in 2007 as part of the Enduring Friendship initiative, have been augmented by two more boarding craft this year, to vastly enhance the Dominican´s capability to patrol their waters.