Topic: Levi S Stadium

Levi's Stadium and MetLife Stadium are implementing new security measures, including the use of TSA Pre-Check lines for fans. This development aligns with predictions previously discussed in the "Red Book" regarding the expansion of government-vetted traveler programs into public venues. The discussion also touches on the ease of smuggling plastic stun guns past traditional security checkpoints.

The San Francisco 49ers' move to Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara has been criticized for poor logistical planning and a "funky" design. Fans report that exiting the parking lot can take up to three hours, and the bright red seats make low attendance figures highly visible during broadcasts. The distance from San Francisco and reliance on the slow Caltrain system have contributed to the stadium often appearing only one-third full.

Law enforcement agencies including the FBI and Homeland Security have established high-level security protocols for Super Bowl 50 at Levi's Stadium. Operations include scanning all supply vehicles and patrolling for counterfeit merchandise. Officials noted that significant resources are being directed toward intellectual property enforcement against unlicensed vendors.

The U.S. Coast Guard established a maritime exclusion zone in San Tomas Aquino Creek, a shallow waterway adjacent to Levi's Stadium, as part of Super Bowl security. Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson confirmed the use of helicopter patrols and National Guard teams to monitor the perimeter. Observers questioned the necessity of maritime security for a creek that is only a foot deep in some sections.

An NBC Bay Area weather reporter is criticized for performing a blatant commercial for the San Francisco 49ers team store at the new Levi's Stadium. The reporter highlights "commemorative" items and reveals that lanyards are the store's most popular product. The hosts use this as an example of the total blurring of news and corporate promotion in mainstream media.