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Monahans Police demonstrate new sUAS drone program for search and rescue and law enforcement
Summary
Chief Kristofer Quintana demonstrated the department's new sUAS drone capabilities, describing officer training, certifications, and that grant and city funds supported the acquisition for law enforcement and search-and-rescue missions.
Chief Kristofer Quintana demonstrated the Monahans Police Department's new small unmanned aircraft system (sUAS) and explained how officers will be trained and certified to operate the equipment. Quintana said the demonstration was live and intended to familiarize the Council with program capabilities and operational uses, including law-enforcement applications and search-and-rescue support.
The minutes note that grant and city funds purchased the system and that training and certification requirements were discussed; the record does not include technical specifications, flight restrictions, or policy language governing operations. Council did not record a formal vote or policy change tied to the demonstration during this meeting.
