Summary
HPD won a competitive ODOT grant worth up to $300,000 for roof-mounted "drone in a box" units that can reach scenes in under two minutes — used for searches, crashes, and pursuits. The city can exit at no cost after two years.
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Last discussed Feb 11, 2026.
Impact analysis
Grant-funded up to $300,000; no city cost during the two-year grant, with an option to continue funding afterward.
Residents needing rapid emergency response — searches, crashes, lost children, and crime scenes.
No groups negatively affected
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City Council — 2026-02-11
HPD won a competitive ODOT grant worth up to $300,000 for roof-mounted "drone in a box" units that can reach scenes in under two minutes — used for searches, crashes, and pursuits. The city can exit at no cost after two years.
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