Drone First Responder site at Westborough Preschool
South San Francisco
Summary
An anonymous $157,573.79 donation through the 100 Club of San Mateo County will enhance the police drone program, which has already helped catch an armed robbery crew and locate a gun at a hotel fight.
At a glance
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Last discussed Mar 18, 2026.
Impact analysis
Adds $157,573.79 in donated revenue to the Police Department's fiscal year 2025-26 budget.
Residents benefit from faster emergency response and crime-solving through drone-as-first-responder technology.
Residents concerned about drone privacy and the police operating budget absorbing roughly $205,000 in costs.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Mock City Council — March 18, 2026
Police wanted to dock a 911-response drone at the preschool to speed up emergency response in the Westborough area, but the council said no 4-1 after residents raised privacy concerns and questioned the funding math.
Special City Council — February 4, 2026
An anonymous $157,573.79 donation through the 100 Club of San Mateo County will enhance the police drone program, which has already helped catch an armed robbery crew and locate a gun at a hotel fight.
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