Public Safety Committee

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 · 2:30 PM AM · Study Session

TL;DR

The Public Safety Committee held a study session focused on innovative emergency response technologies and strategies. Presentations covered a new Public Safety Support Department, Mesa Fire's preparedness for alternative energy emergencies, and a Drone as a First Responder Program designed to enhance public safety capabilities.

Key Decisions

  • Heard presentation on Public Safety Support Department Received and discussed
  • Reviewed Li-ion battery and electric vehicle fire response protocols Received briefing
  • Examined Drone as a First Responder Program Received update
Agenda PDF

Agenda

  1. Roll Call
  2. Items from citizens present.
  3. Presentations:
  4. 2-a Hear a presentation, discuss, and receive a briefing on the City's new Public Safety Support Department.
    Presentation
  5. 2-b Hear a presentation, discuss, and receive an update on Mesa Fire’s response to li-ion battery and alternative energy source emergencies, including electric vehicle fires.
    Presentation
  6. 2-c Hear a presentation, discuss, and receive an update on Mesa's Drone as a First Responder Program.
    Presentation
  7. Adjournment.
  8. City Councilmembers who are not members of this Committee may elect to attend this meeting for their own information. These Councilmembers will not take any legal action, nor will they participate in any deliberations or discussions regarding any item on this agenda.
  9. The City of Mesa is committed to making its public meetings accessible to persons with disabilities. For special accommodations, please contact the City Manager's Office at (480) 644-3333 or AzRelay 7-1-1 at least 48 hours in advance of the meeting. Si necesita asistencia o servicio de interpretación en Español, comuníquese con la Ciudad al menos 48 horas antes de la reunion al 480-644-2767.