# Closed Captioned - Oceanside City Council Meeting: September 16, 2026

The Oceanside City Council meeting on September 16, 2026, included several proclamations honoring Constitution Week, California Native American Day, and Blue Star Welcome Week. The council approved a significant procurement contract: a 5-year agreement with Axon Enterprises for the purchase of two Skyo first responder drones, totaling up to $682,566, with an ongoing annual appropriation increase of $45,833 starting fiscal year 2027-2028. The drones aim to enhance police response times and operational efficiency. Additionally, the council received an update on the Pier View Way Bridge Lifeguard Headquarters and Beachfront Phase 2 project, with a current construction estimate of approximately $82 million and a noted $60.4 million funding gap. The city is actively seeking state and federal grants to address this shortfall. Public comments addressed concerns about Measure S, a proposed sales tax increase intended to fund infrastructure projects including a new police headquarters and fire station, with some opposition citing fiscal transparency and priorities. The meeting also covered updates on public input procedures and upcoming elections.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Public Safety, Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure, Contracting Vehicles
**Published:** September 16, 2026

### Sources
- [Closed Captioned - Oceanside City Council Meeting: September 16, 2026](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EhWuHI6cqVo) - KOCT Television - The Voice of North County