BrincDFRSummary.docx

City of Buckeye — Regular Council Meeting (2026-03-03)

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Brinc Drone as First Responder 
(DFR) Program 
 
 
Program Highlights 
 
 
Purpose: Implement a Drone as First Responder (DFR) program. 
Launch drones from fire stations immediately after a 911 call to provide real-time 
information to responding police and fire units, increasing first responder 
effectiveness and safety. 
 
 
Deployment Model: Strategically located drones operated by trained remote 
pilots across the city. 
 
 
Response Advantage: Drones often arrive on scene before patrol or fire units, 
providing real-time information. 
 
 
Primary Benefits: 
• 
Faster response through immediate aerial deployment 
• 
Real-time situational awareness for first responders 
• 
Reduced risk to personnel by identifying threats in advance 
• 
More informed and efficient resource deployment 
 
Cost: Six-year total of $1,519,981. 
 
• 
Year 1 Cost: $0 (first year provided at no charge). 
• 
Funding Begins: Year 2, continuing annually through Year 6. 
• 
Includes: Drone equipment, system configuration, training, technical 
support, and maintenance. 
 
Brinc DRF Video link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ndU0Con2pu0