Simulating Alternative Responses to Calls for Service

The Berkeley City Council recently voted to review the "calls for service" (CFS) received by the Berkeley Police Department (BPD) to determine the feasibility of transferring the response to certain types of calls to alternative emergency response agencies. Simultaneously, BPD staffing has dipped below the authorized number of officers. Using historical CFS data provided by BPD, this project seeks to simulate the effects of alternative emergency response strategies and schedules on response times, department resources, and community service levels.