NewsinewsourceAugust 24, 2026San Diego
Chula Vista considers switching police drone program provider to Flock Safety
City staff are evaluating a proposal to transition the Chula Vista police drone program to Flock Safety, a move projected to reduce annual program costs by $1.2 million. This potential change comes amid ongoing national scrutiny regarding the company's data practices and surveillance technology.
Read the full story at inewsourceWhy It Matters
The city is weighing a significant $1.2 million annual budget reduction against concerns regarding the privacy and data management policies of a private surveillance vendor.
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Who's Mentioned
organizationChula Vista Police Department“Proposing the transition to Flock Safety drones.”personTrisha Ganjoo“Reporter for inewsource.”organizationFederal Aviation Administration“Regulates drone flight beyond visual line of sight.”organizationFlock Safety“Surveillance company providing the proposed Aerodome drone platform.”organizationinewsource“The news outlet reporting the story.”personMelina Jimenez“San Diego Documenter who took notes at the advisory meeting.”personSeth Hall“Co-founder of San Diego Privacy.”personCaitlin Clark“Police department spokesperson.”personJerry Hill“Former state senator who sponsored privacy legislation.”locationChula Vista“The city considering the vendor switch.”