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Lake County to confirm Lakeport site after drone-operator raises tree and water safety concerns
Summary
County staff said the Lakeport drone show is scheduled for Aug. 7 but site choice (Library Park vs. a nearby parking lot or Hebatton Park) was pending because the drone operator prefers not to fly all drones over water and tree cover may complicate flights; the county expected a decision by noon.
County officials told the board they planned two America 250 drone shows and that the Lakeport location remained under review due to operator safety concerns.
The presenter said Library Park may be unsuitable because of tree cover and the drone company’s preference not to put all the drones over water; alternatives being considered include a parking lot north of Library Park or Hebatton Park. "There's a little complexity that's gonna be figured out by noon today," the presenter said; staff said they would confirm the Lakeport location and release event details once finalized.
Officials said shows will take place at dark, similar to fireworks, and one operator will spend two days in the county to stage both shows. The county asked residents to wait for an official collaborative press release with confirmed sites and times.
