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Public Safety Drone Program
Summary
The city is exploring the purchase of autonomous Skydio drones to help police and fire crews respond to emergencies more quickly and provide live aerial video feeds.
At a glance
- Total mentions
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Last discussed Mar 9, 2026.
Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
Estimated initial cost is approximately $368,237.88 for three drones and the first year of service.
✅Who benefits
Residents and first responders will benefit from faster emergency response times and enhanced situational intelligence.
Mentions & discussions (1)
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