City of Pittsburg Commission Study Session Meeting - 5-26-2026

The City of Pittsburg Kansas held a budget work session on May 26, 2026, focused on updates and future planning for the Police Department. The department presented detailed information on its divisions, staffing, and community policing models, highlighting technology-driven initiatives such as the real-time information center and public safety cameras. Procurement-related discussions included the need to replace end-of-life body-worn cameras with Motorola V700 models, increasing the number of cameras from 32 to 40, and transitioning to a digital radio management system with an estimated cost of $10,000 to $15,000. The department also discussed potential capital projects like a mobile command and crime scene vehicle, range improvements, and a drone first responder program, with funding possibilities including the public safety sales tax and grants. Budget considerations included increased expenditures for inmate housing and ongoing investments in technology and equipment. The meeting emphasized the department's efforts to leverage technology and grants to enhance public safety while managing fiscal efficiency.