In today’s rapidly evolving technology environment, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), commonly known as drones, have quickly evolved from niche tools to mainstream technology, impacting numerous industries and everyday activities. Their ability to provide an aerial perspective, collect data, and perform tasks autonomously has led to widespread adoption.
As drones grow in popularity, their impact on communities and County services will only grow. Drones will open up new possibilities and change the way the County delivers services to its residents.
County public safety agencies across the country are increasingly using drones for emergency response and disaster management.
Drones can quickly reach areas that are difficult or dangerous for humans to access and provide real-time aerial footage and situational awareness, aiding in search and rescue operations, fighting fires and monitoring dangerous situations, ultimately saving lives and resources.
Drones offer many benefits to public safety, but their widespread use raises significant concerns about privacy, security and operational risks. Balancing the benefits of drone technology with the need to protect civil liberties and safety is therefore paramount.
MACo Summer Conference Session — Eyes in the Sky: Emerging Technologies to Enhance Public Safety
In today’s rapidly changing landscape, public safety is a top priority for county governments. Drones have emerged as a transformative force in public safety. Drones offer unparalleled aerial views, providing emergency responders and law enforcement with real-time situational awareness during emergencies, natural disasters, and large-scale events. However, the widespread use of drones and other emerging technologies raises privacy concerns and comes with new regulatory challenges. In this session, a panel of experts will share best practices and implementation strategies for leveraging emerging technologies to enhance public safety.
speaker:
- Rep. Dawn Luedtke (Montgomery County Council)
- Tony Garadora, Deputy Chief of the Montgomery County Police Department
- Jay Stanley, Senior Policy Analyst, ACLU Speech, Privacy & Technology Project
ModeratorLuke Clippinger, Chairman of the Maryland House Judiciary Committee
Date Time: Wednesday, August 14, 2024, 11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
MACo’s summer conference, “Turning the Tide,” will take place August 14-17, 2024, at the Roland Powell Convention Center in Ocean City, Maryland.
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