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Police chief reports national memorial attendance; proposed Parrot drone would record video and photos, training planned
Summary
Chief Phillips updated the council on Police Week attendance and Deputy SherburnE28099s memorial addition, and the council moved a Parrot drone procurement to second reading after confirming the unit records video and still images and that staff certification is planned.
Chief Phillips told the Mount Gilead Village Council that he and Sergeant Griffin attended Police Week in Washington, D.C., where Deputy Sherburn was added to the national memorial wall, and recognized Officer Tom for 30 years of full-time service with the department.
On equipment, the council considered Resolution 5 18 26, authorizing the police chief to enter into a contract to purchase a Parrot drone. Chief Phillips confirmed the drone "can take video and still pictures" and said the department intends to have personnel certified so they can operate the device once it arrives. Council moved the authorization to a second reading rather than approving immediate purchase; the chief discussed certification and anticipated shipping time but did not provide a firm delivery date.
Council members asked about evidence use and playback. The chief indicated the unit is intended for evidence collection (video and still photography) and the department will follow certification and training procedures before deployment. The item will return for a subsequent reading and final vote before purchase.
Next steps: The drone authorization will come back for final consideration after required readings and the department completes operator certification plans.
