Council pulls $1.445M Axon drone‑detection grant from consent after privacy and data concerns
Sep 1, 2026
Delaware County emergency services sought a $1,445,000 UAS grant for portable RF drone‑detection equipment, but council members raised questions about data ownership, corporate access and long‑term costs; the item was removed from the consent agenda for further policy review.
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The Delaware County Department of Emergency Services asked council to accept a federal/state‑backed grant of up to $1,445,000 to purchase portable unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) detection equipment meant to strengthen situational awareness during major incidents and events.
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