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North Bend public safety: $10,000 drone grant, new K-9 handler and community donations announced

3800585 · June 11, 2025
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Summary

Fire and city staff announced a $10,000 Free Rivers Foundation grant to start a public-safety drone program, identified Officer Ben Martin as the new K-9 handler, and noted private donations to the K-9 fund.

The North Bend public-safety team announced multiple operational updates at the June 10 council meeting: the city has received a competitive $10,000 Free Rivers Foundation grant intended to support a public-safety drone program, and Police Officer Ben Martin has been designated as the department’s new canine handler.

Fire Department remarks stated the $10,000 award came from a competitive pool and will be used…

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