Police Department 'Drone as First Responder' Program
Greenville
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
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Last discussed Jan 13, 2026.
Impact analysis
Free equipment for year one; $80,000 annually thereafter if continued.
Greenville police officers and residents receiving faster emergency response.
Event organizers may face more red tape and higher costs to host gatherings in the city.
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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.
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