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prohibited. <br /> Chief Rodriguez clarified that the drone operator will go through an internal review to <br /> determine whether they qualify to be a drone operator and clarified the footage will be <br /> handled and managed through the same platform as the body-worn cameras. He <br /> confirmed the use of visual enhancement technology limitations is consistent with other <br /> types of police searches and stated that artificial intelligence is not used for any <br /> decision-making rather used for algorithms such as inside structures or in the air with <br /> other drones. <br /> CityAttomey Carvalho confirmed that the drones are still bound by the same probable <br /> cause limitations that police officers have. <br /> Councilmember Vazquez inquired about potential drone use to intersect criminal <br /> activity by other agencies and prosecute those committing the crimes and <br /> expressed concern regarding the use of AXON technology. <br /> City Attorney Carvalho noted body worn camera or drone footage of crime footage <br /> could be used to prosecute those committing a crime. <br /> Councilmember Lopez inquired about the determination behind sole source or <br /> going through the RFP process and concern for centralized data sharing with third <br /> party vendors. <br /> Chief Rodriguez reported that the proposed agreement was reviewed and <br /> presented in accordance with Municipal Code Section 2-807. <br /> Councilmember Phan requested clarification regarding the Santa Ana Police <br /> Departments role in an incident where projectiles were deployed and injured <br /> protestors, inquired about the disclosure of drone footage with a subpoena, and <br /> requested that future items go through the Police Oversight Commission before <br /> being presented to the Council. <br /> Chief Rodriguez clarified that SAPD was on scene solely to provide coverage to <br /> OCFA, while they provided medical care. <br /> City Attorney Carvalho reported that most general response drone footage is <br /> subject to disclosure with the appropriate redactions, including via a subpoena <br /> request. <br /> CITY COUNCIL 13 FEBRUARY 3, 2026 <br />