Minneapolis file 2026-00609, before the Minneapolis City Council. Still to be decided as of 2026-07-30.
Latest action: Referred to staff by City Council
Drones could reach emergencies before ambulances For 75 days starting in July, drones will test responding to 911 calls in Minneapolis. They may arrive faster and help firefighters and paramedics see what's happening before they get there.
Tests show if drones can improve emergency response If the pilot works well, the city may expand drones to help with fires, medical emergencies, and accidents across Minneapolis.
Drones work only in good weather and daylight Rain, fog, and darkness limit when drones can fly. Privacy concerns and false alarms may also affect how well the system works in real emergencies.
Setting a public hearing for July 8, 2026, to consider a no-cost contract with Skydio, Inc. for a drones-as-first-responder pilot programfor a period of 75 days beginning in July 2026.
Read the official record for 2026-00609
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