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Council approves purchase of two Axon drones for police program; two years covered by donation
Summary
The council approved a five-year Axon drone program, authorizing purchase and budget adjustments for two drones; the agenda listed $102,710.64 (as presented) with initial funding covered by donations for the first two years.
Dearborn Heights — The City Council approved purchasing two drones as part of a five-year police program presented at the Feb. 24 meeting.
Council members noted the item had been discussed previously at a study session. The agenda materials and staff described the purchase of two drones intended to assist the police department; council members thanked the captain and other staff for securing initial donations that cover the first two years of the program.
The council approved the purchase and associated budget amendments by voice vote. Staff said they are pursuing additional grants to cover years three through five of the program.
