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MPD updates SOPs on masks, drones and federally controlled equipment; FPC hears departmental summary

Milwaukee Fire and Police Commission · March 5, 2026
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Summary

Assistant Chief Sarno briefed the Fire and Police Commission on MPD changes to SOPs: facial‑covering rules under SOP 3‑40, added definitions and approval requirements for federally controlled equipment including unmanned aircraft, and a prohibition on transferring controlled equipment to non‑law enforcement agencies.

Assistant Chief Sarno presented a departmental communication to the Fire and Police Commission summarizing recent administrative updates to several MPD standard operating policies and instructions.

Sarno said changes to SOP 3‑40 (uniforms, equipment and appearance) clarify when facial coverings or masks are allowed — for extreme weather protection, infectious disease…

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