As we move from winter to spring, this season of renewal is a reminder of the strength, resilience and purpose that define those who serve their communities every day. In that spirit, I want to wish you a happy Easter. In the rapidly evolving landscape of public safety, few technologies have advanced as dramatically as unmanned aerial systems (UAS), more commonly known as drones. Read More
Eyes in the Sky
The Chula Vista Police Department is widely recognized within the law enforcement and unmanned aircraft community as the first true Drone as First Responder (DFR) program in the world. However, since the program’s inception in 2018, the DFR landscape has evolved significantly. Advancements in equipment, software and supporting hardware have progressed rapidly, resulting in substantial improvements in capability and performance. Read More
Honoring the “True First Responders”
During the second week of April each year, the law enforcement community celebrates National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week to recognize the critical work of dispatchers and operators and their contributions to the profession. The event began in 1981, when veteran dispatcher Patricia Anderson of the Contra Costa County Sheriff’s Office sought to formally recognize her colleagues and shine a light on the often unseen work of telecommunicators. Read More