Detroit Police Commissioners Meeting - June 25, 2026

The Detroit Board of Police Commissioners held a meeting on June 25, 2026, which included discussions on various public safety and community issues. A significant procurement-related topic was the presentation and consideration of a specification report for a new public safety drone program intended to enhance police response times and operational capabilities. The board discussed the drone program's features, including autonomous flight with human pilot override, tactical and search-and-rescue applications, and privacy considerations. After deliberation, the board voted to postpone the approval of the drone specification report to the next meeting and to hold a public hearing to gather community input before proceeding. Additionally, the meeting covered police operational updates, community concerns about curfew enforcement and detention center conditions, and resolutions honoring police officers and community activists. No contract awards or vendor selections were finalized during this session, but the drone program specification report represents a key upcoming procurement action.