2004 END USE MONITORING REPORT; JAMAICA, PART II

UNCLAS SECTION 01 OF 04 KINGSTON 000486

SIPDIS

DEPT FOR INL/LP/RM and INL/RM

E.O. 12958: N/A
TAGS: SNAR KCRM JM
SUBJECT: 2004 END USE MONITORING REPORT; JAMAICA, PART II

REF: A) INL PROGRAM AND POLICY GUIDE
B) STATE 016913
C) STATE 017655
D) 04 STATE 238640


1. Part II of the End Use Monitoring Report of INL-funded
commodities or services acquired and donated by the Embassy
Narcotics Affairs Section (NAS) to the Government of Jamaica
(GOJ) is submitted in accordance with instructions in
referenced telegrams. NAS PD&S inventory was also conducted
but not included in this submission.


A. Resources - The U.S. Government (USG) through the
Narcotics Affairs Section (NAS) supports counter-narcotics
and law enforcement programs with numerous agencies of the
Government of Jamaica (GOJ) and Non-Governmental
Organizations (NGO) involved in the implementation of the
mission's bi-lateral anti-crime agenda. The agencies
include the Ministry of Justice (MOJ),which includes the
Director of Public Prosecution (DPP) Ministry of National
Security (MNS),which include the Jamaica Constabulary Force
(JCF),JCF Narcotics Division Special Vetted Unit, JCF
National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) JCF Fugitive Apprehension
Team (JFAT),Jamaica Defense Force (JDF),which includes the
JDF Coast Guard and the JDF Air Wing, Jamaica Immigration
and Passport Office, Ministry of Finance (MOF),which
includes Jamaica Customs, Contraband Enforcement Team (CET),
Ministry of Health (MOH) which includes the National Council
on Drug Abuse (NCDA) and Addiction Alert, an NGO extensively
involved in drug awareness and demand reduction programs in
the high-risk areas of the inner cities of Jamaica. The USG
has provided desktop computers, laptop computers, printers,
photo copiers, facsimile machines, vehicles, ION track
itemisers, firearms simulators, mobile trailers, M-16
rifles, office furniture and furnishings, hand-held radios,
cellular phones, cameras, scanners, shredders, binoculars,
vessels, rescue equipment, generators, appliances, and field
gear.


B. Procedures - The Narcotics Affairs Officer is ultimately
responsible for monitoring and enforcing the provisions of
the Letters of Agreement (LOA) involving verification of
appropriate use and maintenance of commodities and equipment
provided to the GOJ for use in the narcotics and law
enforcement programs in Jamaica. The Narcotics Affairs
Section's Program Assistant, has primary responsibility for
day-to-day monitoring of equipment and project activities.
Other NAS staff, including Personal Service Contract (PSC)
personnel, also participates in onsite inspections and share
monitoring responsibilities. In addition, the Military
Liaison Office (MLO),Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)
Country Office staff, Defense Attache Office (DAO),and U.S.
Marshall Service (USMS) assist in the monitoring of
commodities and equipment donated to organizations and
agencies that they are supporting. The Mission's law
enforcement elements also participate in a quarterly program
review with the Ministry of National Security (MNS) where
issues of equipment use and maintenance are addressed. This
review is hosted one quarter by the MNS and the next by the
Narcotics Affairs Section.


C. Status - Most of the equipment has had a significant and
valuable impact on Demand Reduction, Maritime Interdiction,
Port Security, and Law Enforcement programs operated by the
GOJ. The agencies to which these items were issued assist
in the monitoring efforts by listing the use, condition, and
impact for each item donated. Employees of NAS or other
Embassy Staff derive this listing from NAS records,
information provided by the host government, as well as from
onsite inspections.


1. Vehicles:

1 1996 Suzuki Swift 2WD vehicles
2 2004 Mitsubishi trucks
1 1995 Isuzu's truck
1 1996 Mitsubishi Truck
1 1999 Nissan Sunny sedan, FB150-43977 (2002)
1 1999 Nissan Sunny sedan, FB-150-45639 (2002)
1 1999 Toyota Corolla sedan, AE110-5262774 (2002)
1 1999 Toyota Corolla wagon, EE103-6036093 (2002)
1 1999 Toyota Corolla EE104-0038599 (2003)
1 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer CK2A -0401910 (2003)
1 1999 Toyota Corolla AE110-5316777 (2003)
1 Mitsubishi Montero Sport GLS (2002) SUV
1 Isuzu Rodeo SUV (1998)
1 1996 Suzuki Swift
2 Nissan SUV QD32187764 JNICJUD22Z0055384, QD32181409
JNICJUD22Z0053701 (2004)
2000 Mitsubishi L-300 Minibus, 2500 Diesel (2001)

The 1996 Suzuki Swift is beyond economic repair and will be
sold by public auction. The Ministry of Justice has removed
this vehicle from its inventory. Both Mitsubishi 5-ton
trucks (2004) are presently being used in the JCF
Eradication program. Despite a minor accident, not
attributable to JCF personnel, both vehicles are fully
operational. The 1996 Mitsubishi and 1995 Isuzu trucks are
unserviceable. The former will be repaired but an additional
assessment is being done on the latter to determine whether
it is economically viable to repair.
All other vehicles are in operational and serviceable
condition and are being maintained with assistance from the
USG when needed. The vehicles are used on surveillance,
operational and administrative duties. As the vehicles get
older, they become more expensive to operate therefore,
several of them must be evaluated in the coming year for
replacement. The 2000 Mitsubishi L-300 is used to transport
youth facilitators to inner city communities in rural and
urban Jamaica. This vehicle has paid enormous dividend in
reaching inner city youths who would not otherwise
participate in demand reduction and drug awareness programs.


2. Vessels

3 44' Coastal Interceptors (2003)
2 Ex-USCG 82-Ft. Cutters (2000)
4 SeaArk 40-Ft. Inshore Patrol Vessels (2000)
3 Avance 30-Ft. Fast Coastal Interceptors (2000)
2 Boston Whalers 27 Ft. (2000)

With the assistance of the Narcotics Affairs Section and the
engineering skills of the Jamaica Defence Force Coast Guard
one fast Coastal Interceptors, one 82' cutter, two Sea Arks
and one 30-Ft Avance were repaired and are currently fully
operational. Repairs should be completed on the remaining
two Fast Coastal Interceptors later this year to place them
in an operational status. The JDF is seeking authorization
to dispose of one 82-ft WPB transferred under EDA in 2000,
due to its unserviceable/uneconomical to repair condition.
All other vessels are either unserviceable or beyond
economic repair.


The JDF is a combined force that conducts joint anti-
narcotics operations, search and rescue, casual evacuation,
border and fisheries protection, assist the Jamaica
Constabulary Force, provides transportation of troops and
general duties. The JDF uses and maintains all equipment
donated by NAS to perform any of the above-mentioned duties.


3. Computer Equipment

6 Computers, desktop (4 IBM, 1 Samsung, 1 Dell)
2 Laptops Toshiba Configuration System and 2 Iomega Mini
128 mb
2 Gateway GP7-500 Computers (2000)
3 Gateway 2000 Computers (1998)
1 HP 6L Laserjet Printer (1998)
3 APC UPS (1998)
1 Computer LAN system (1998),including Ethernet hub, 10-
base "T" network adapter, Encore 8-port mini hub, Hon Kkwang
adapter, 2 multi-LAN CM/MP, 24 AWG cable wire, RG 58/U cable
wire
2 Lazer Printers (Colour) (2004)
5 Laptops, Sony (2004)
3 Printers (1 HP 940C, 1 Laser Jet 2200, 1 Laser HP 3320)
1 Scanner HP 3570C
1 Photocopy machine
1 Digital Copier (2003)
2 Scanners (2004)
1 Digital Copier DC214 with automatic document feeder and
stand (2000)
1 Photocopier, digital DC-214 (2000);
1 Desktop Computer, Mark vision w/monitor & printer (2000);
1 Photo copy machine (2004)
1 black and white Canon Runner 400 Digital Photocopy machine
(2004)

1. Minolta DI-450 copier, with duplexing unit, finisher, and
automatic document feed (2002)
1 Risograph CR16IOUI digital duplicator with stand (2001)
2 i2 Inc Software (2004)
37 Computer Hardware Jamaica Immigration Service
4 boxes of software Jamaica Immigration Service
6 Monitors HP MNS
5 CPU HP MNS
11 Impax Reader Constant Spring Road
47 Pieces of Computer & Accessories MBJ
23 Pieces of Computer &Accessories MBJ
8 Computers NMIA
2 Impax Reader NMIA
18 Computer Hardware MNS Oxford Road

All computer and photocopy equipment is in good working
order and being used for its intended purpose. The NIB is
not yet fully functional and from time to time, individual
team members monopolize the equipment, making it unavailable
for general use. NAS personnel frequently make unannounced
visits to ensure proper use and maintenance as well as to
counsel the organizations on the expected results by
appropriate use of the equipment.


4. Communications Equipment

9 Portable radios
16 Cellular phones
2 Commercial radios
1 Cannon Fax machine
1 Fax Machine, Cannon FX-120
2 Toshiba Projector (2004)
4 Fuji Fine Pix Cameras (2004)
6 Digital Voice Recorders (2004)
2 Sony Digital Voice Recorder (2004)
1 Camera, Polaroid One-Step (1999)
1 Micro-Cassette Recorder, Sony, Z-AP067 (1999);
1 Camcorder, Sony, 8mm (1999);
4 Fujifilm Finepix-s 7000 6.3 Mega Pixel
2 Digital Cameras (2003)

All items are in good condition and being used in the manner
intended.


5. Defense Articles

260 M-16 rifles (CY-2000)- transferred under the provisions
of the FY-1998 Counter-Narcotics Drawdown under Section 506
(A) (2) of the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961, as amended.

The 260 M-16 rifles were all accounted for. Forty-three are
in the armory and the balance has been distributed to
various units throughout Jamaica. The condition and
availability of all weapons were personally verified by NAS
Kingston staff. The JCF maintains excellent custody and
accountability of these M-16s, however, these weapons are
not being fully utilized. The JCF obtained a newer lighter
model of the same weapon and very rarely use this one in
actual operations. The JCF Narcotics Division is
considering using them in the eradication program to help
provide security for the Cutters.


6. Uniforms and Field Gear

2 GPS systems (1998)
20 Brush Cutters w/Spare Parts (2003)
15 4508 dl Nickel-Plated H/D Handcuffs (2004)
15 Streamlight Ultra Stinger Flashlights NO-2030 (2004)
10 Turtleskin Search Gloves (2004)
10 Turtleskin Special OPS Gloves (2004)
5 Binoculars (2004)
1 Shredder (2004)
1 Night Storm Night vision binoculars (2004)
1 Spiral Binding Machine (2004)
9 Tactical Hoods, Nomex (1999)
9 Flashlights, Krypton, 10- inch (1999)
1 Megaphone, Galls StreetThunder (1999)
1 Binoculars, Pentax 20X50 (1999);
20 Cap-Stun Training Kit (2004)
1 Paper Shredder, Royal Orca Micro 300 (1999);
2 Magellan 2000XL GPS systems
1 MGPTS Medium Green Tent Part #2480108
2 MGPTS large Green Tent Part #2480109
30 Cot-GI Style, Black Extruded Aluminium
2 field stoves
10 brush cutters
4 Rescue Baskets and accessories
2 Stihl 038 M Chain saw # 360444424 & 360444418 with
protective clothing
15 Rappelling Ropes
12 Flashlights-Mini Mag
18 Firefly
20 Camelbak 3L Thermopak Model # 20131
1 Shallow Water Egress Trainer
1 Water Purification System (2004)
2 Marine Generators (2004)

The above field gear and equipment is being used in the
interdiction, eradication, fugitive apprehension and
intelligence projects. Although this equipment is utilized
in the field throughout Jamaica, the end-users maintain
excellent control of each item and ensures it is in
serviceable condition and available for operations such as
"Buccaneer" and special operations undertaken by the JCF
Vetted Unit.


7. Miscellaneous Equipment

2 Ion-Track Itemiser contraband detection system (2000);
1 stationary and portable FATS firearms training simulators
(2002)
2 mobile trailers for use at police stations (1999)
1 Hardy House (prefab bldg used as CG Station)
2 Hon 64" X 40" Desk (2002)
4 Hon 2-drawers Pedestal (2002)
20 Hon 48" X 30" Desk (2002)
2 Hon 64" X 30" Desk (2002)
2 Hon 2041 High-backed Chair (2002)
19 Hon 5901 Task Chair, w/out arms (2002)
1 Keyboard Tray (2002)
1 Conference table with 8 chairs (2003)
2 Filing cabinets
1 27" Panasonic TV and video stand
5 BB-306 Black Boss Medium Chair (2004)
An assortment of Office Supplies (2004)
25 Well-Run Mobile Pedestal 3-D Grey
1 Well-Run 16000 Std Desk -Grey
1 Black Boss HB Exec Chair Black
5 Well-Run 1600X700 Std
Cabinet (2003)
2 File Cabinets, 4-drawe (1999);
1 Freezer
1 ( Refrigerator Freezer)

The two Ion Track Machines have been unserviceable for
several months. The NAS office sent both to the General
Electric service department in Boston for repair. Once they
are returned, their deployment will be reevaluated with the
Jamaica Customs Service and Narcotics police assigned to
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Norman Manley International Airport (NMIA) in Kingston.

The firearms training simulators are at the JCF Twickenham
Park training division and are used for initial and
refresher training. To date approximately eight hundred
police personnel have been trained on the stationary
simulator. The portable simulator is being used on firing
ranges throughout Jamaica. Two mobile trailers donated to
the Narcotics Police are located at Ken Jones Aerodrome and
at Boscobel Aerodrome in Ocho Rios. The trailer in Ocho Rios
is in need of repair. The second trailer at Ken Jones is in
use and in fair condition with minor corrosion at the
bottom.


D. Problems: When the ION scan machines were donated to the
GOJ for use at NMIA, one was delivered to Jamaica Customs
and the other to the airport police. Neither unit has used
the machines consistently or effectively. As a consequence,
very few arrests at NMIA can be attributed to the use of
these machines. Post intends to negotiate new terms and
conditions for redeploying the machines that hold the GOJ to
a strict timetable and quantifiable results before
reinstalling them. Several senior officials in the NIB
project have taken laptop computers home, supposedly for
official purposes. While it is difficult to determine if
they are being used for personal reasons, the computers are
always in the office during normal working hours. The
project administrators are very cooperative when the NAS
staff makes visits for monitoring purposes. Additionally,
the Jamaica Immigration Service has not fully utilized the
Border Security/Migration Management Entry/Exit (ENTREX)
system installed in November 2004. A lack of adequately
trained personnel and a reluctance of some Immigration
Officers to actually employ the system create opportunities
for improperly documented persons to enter and exit Jamaica.


E. Impact: The equipment has enhanced the capacity of the
JFAT, JCF Vetted Unit, JDFCG and the CET to perform their
duties by making them more proficient in achieving their
respective mandates. Use of these tools in identifying,
protecting and preserving evidence has played a key role in
the arrest of more than 20 fugitives resulting in the
expulsion or extradition of at least 15 in 2004. Likewise,
the arrest of 12 major traffickers, including 2 Kingpins can
be directly attributed to the modest equipment donations
made over the past few years. GOJ units have preserved and
protected the equipment and continue to use it in the manner
intended. The JDFCG have participated in several operations
with JIATF/S, the USCG and the British Navy. Their
expeditious use of the training, materials and equipment
provided resulted in several drug seizures during 2004.
Vehicles donated to GOJ law enforcement continue to give the
units mobility and enhances response time, which contributed
to the excellent results in arrest of fugitives and kingpins
wanted in the U.S. and other countries. The furniture and
furnishings created a new office environment and induced a
more professional attitude conducive maintaining operational
readiness and to work in general.


F. Program Changes
None anticipated in this fiscal year.

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