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DuPage board delays vote on tethered-drone purchase amid calls for clearer UAS policy
Summary
After public concern and member questions about transparency, data retention and oversight, the DuPage County Board postponed action on a sheriff’s tethered-drone contract until its Nov. 12 meeting. The JPS-recommended contract to Safeware Inc. drew debate about a draft UAS policy that permits warrant-based surveillance periods of up to 45 days.
The DuPage County Board on Oct. 28 postponed action on a proposed contract to purchase a tethered Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) for the sheriff’s office after public comment and board debate highlighted gaps in the county’s draft UAS policy.
The contract before the Judicial & Public Safety Committee would have authorized a purchase order to Safeware Inc. for a tethered UAS for the sheriff’s office (contract total not to exceed $67,892.25). The item drew immediate public scrutiny and questions from board members about operational oversight, data retention timelines and independent review.
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