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Police describe active‑assailant training at 9th Grade Center; board suggests PR notice for neighbors
Summary
Police described an annual active‑assailant exercise held at the 9th Grade Center involving multiagency Rescue Task Force drills; board members said neighbors were alarmed during the recent training and suggested proactive public relations outreach for future events.
Police staff described an annual active‑assailant training exercise at the 9th Grade Center that included the department, the fire department and partners such as the nearby Maitland Police Department. The training uses Rescue Task Force methods to integrate police and fire operations in a "warm zone" so first responders can rapidly reach and treat victims.
The presenting officer said the exercise was physically taxing (it was very hot, and the building’s fire alarm briefly shut down air conditioning during the drill) but that participants performed well. A board member said many neighbors called, believing an actual incident was occurring, and suggested the city consider posting a PR representative on site during future trainings so residents are informed and not alarmed.
The board received the briefing as an informational update and did not take action beyond discussing improved public notice for future drills.
