The Palo Alto Police Department is contemplating the acquisition of drones for various operations, being one of the few in Santa Clara County without such technology. Police Chief Andrew Binder emphasized the need for effective solutions for missing persons and crime scene documentation. Assistant Chief James Reifschneider noted that drones could enhance police and emergency services operations, balancing public safety requirements with privacy regulations outlined in the city's surveillance ordinance. Discussions on costs and grant funding are ongoing as the department investigates options to implement this technology responsibly.
Palo Alto residents need to understand how this technology can improve safety without infringing on their privacy rights during the city council's evaluation of drone use.
The police chief emphasized the city’s need to modernize its approaches, while the assistant chief highlighted potential use cases for ensuring public safety and operational efficiency.
The potential for grant funding to offset costs was discussed, although specifics about the drones' types and numbers remain undetermined due to ongoing exploratory processes.
Collection
[
|
...
]