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Police Department 'Drone as First Responder' Program

Summary

The police department is launching a pilot drone program with Motorola Solutions to improve emergency response times and officer safety, featuring free equipment for the first year.

At a glance

Total mentions: 8
Last 30 days: 2

Last discussed Jan 13, 2026.

Impact analysis

💰Financial impact

Free equipment for year one; $80,000 annually thereafter if continued.

✅Who benefits

Greenville police officers and residents receiving faster emergency response.

⚠️Who could be affected

Event organizers may face more red tape and higher costs to host gatherings in the city.

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MeetingJan 13, 2026

City Council - Jan 13, 2026

The police department is launching a pilot drone program with Motorola Solutions to improve emergency response times and officer safety, featuring free equipment for the first year.

CBS NewsNov 28, 2024