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Citv Council Public Safetv Committee
Meeting Minutes
March 6, 2017 - 5:30 p.m. - Foster Conference Room, 6300 Building
Councilmembers: Thomas McLeod, Chair; Joe Duffie, De'Sean Quinn
Staff: David Cline, Mike Villa, Bruce Linton, Jay Wittwer, Laurel Humphrey
CALL TO ORDER: Committee Chair McLeod called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
I. ANNOUNCEMENT
II. BUSINESSAGENDA
A. Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS)
Following up to a briefing given at the February 21, 2017 Committee meeting, staff is seeking
Committee approval to purchase equipment for an Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) pilot
program in the amount of $39,000. PD would like to pilot the use of UAS to enhance search and
rescue, reconstruct crime scenes, respond to incidents, improve situational awareness and
safety, and assess damage during disaster response. The PD policy addresses definitions,
procedures, restrictions, reporting, recording, and privacy. The Committee asked clarifying
questions and due to time restrictions requested that the item return for further discussion.
Committee members asked clarifying questions and stressed the importance of public
engagement and outreach. The Committee also requested that it be made explicit that the
department policy reflects best practices as recommended bytheACLU, Washington State, and
others. Staff agreed to add language to this effect. If approved, information about the pilot
program, including the department policy and references, will be made available on the City's
website. UNANIMOUS COMMITTEE APPROVAL.
B. 20164' Ouarter Police Department Report
Chief Villa updated the Committee on items of interest from the 4t" quarter of 2016, including
staffing, recognitions, community outreach, significant operations, and events. The Committee
requested a future update on the Police Department Strategic Plan. INFORMATION ONLY.
III. MISCELLANEOUS
Adjourned 6.30 p.m.
C - -Y/M Committee Chair Approval
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