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Police and fire report smaller July 4 workload; city spent about $52,000 on operations
Summary
San Bruno police and fire chiefs reported fewer fireworks‑related calls and smaller workloads for July 4, issuing 13–16 citations and incurring roughly $52,000 of personnel and overtime costs; staff said targeted deployment and drones aided enforcement and may reduce future costs.
San Bruno’s police and fire departments reported a lighter‑than‑expected July 4 holiday this year, with targeted outreach and focused operational deployments credited for reducing incidents and costs.
Police Chief Matt Lathine told the City Council the department used a data‑driven staffing plan that deployed about 25 additional officers (including plainclothes and drone operators) and eight support staff during the holiday period; the department issued 13 citations on July 4 (13–16 citations were referenced in summary slides) and…
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