Title
Olympia Police and Olympia Fire Departments Hyperactive Delirium Protocol
Recommended Action
Receive the briefing on Olympia Police and Olympia Fire training and protocol for hyperactive delirium response.
Report
Issue:
Whether to receive a briefing on Olympia Police and Olympia Fire training and protocol for hyperactive delirium response.
Staff Contact:
Margo Morales Community Engagement Program Specialist, Organizational Development & Performance, 360.753.8150
Presenter(s):
Lieutenant Wade Glenn, Olympia Fire Department
Officer Javier Sola, Olympia Police Department
Background and Analysis:
At the Community Policing Board’s March 12, 2026 meeting they received an update from Chief Parker on Olympia Police Department (OPD) data from 2025 and reviewed the Civilian Police Auditor’s draft 2025 Annual Report. In the Auditor’s report, the topic of Hyperactive Delirium was discussed, and Board members had questions about what it is and how the police department trains to respond to individuals in crisis. The Chief offered the Board a future opportunity for training on this topic from OPD and Olympia Fire Department (OFD) staff who are subject matter experts on this topic.
OFD & OPD worked collaboratively on the development and implementation of response protocols for contacting individuals in crisis. The purpose of the protocol is to reduce death of patients in crisis.
Officer Sola and Lieutenant Glenn will be briefing the Board on what hyperactive delirium is, the history of collaboration between OPD and OFD on protocol development and training, and alternative handcuffing methods. They will also talk about regional training efforts with other Thurston County agencies.
The purpose of this briefing is to provide the Community Policing Board members with information on hyperactive delirium and response protocols. This background information will support them in their role as community representatives on any future Use of Force Review Boards or CMIIT investigations.
Climate Analysis:
This project is not expected to have an impact on greenhouse gas emissions.
Equity Analysis:
The intent of the Community Policing Board is to enhance community involvement in law enforcement. Providing learning opportunities for the Board to have a deeper and broader understanding of police department operations supports their ability to provide feedback to the Civilian Police Auditor on their regular reports. It also supports board members in being prepared to serve as Community Representatives, as needed, with CMIIT investigations or Use of Force Review Boards.
Neighborhood/Community Interests (if known):
There’s broad community interest in community involvement in law enforcement. The Community Policing Board provides opportunities for community members to be involved and supports ongoing transparency in policing for community members.
Options:
1. Receive the briefing.
2. Request staff to schedule the briefing for another time.
3. Do not receive the briefing.
Financial Impact:
This briefing is being provided outside of normal working hours and will incur overtime for both Olympia Police Department (OPD) and Olympia Fire Department (OFD) staff.
Attachments:
None