18.B.
The agreement with Flock includes opt-out provisions for the radar system. At the conclusion of the one-year trial, staff will return to Council with a recommendation. Available options following the trial period include:
Retain Radar and Absorb the Cost
Reallocate $150,000 from within the department’s existing budget to maintain full radar coverage and operational autonomy without external staffing requirements. Recontract RPIC Services
Resume the use of third-party RPIC providers to meet FAA Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) requirements. This avoids radar costs but may reintroduce challenges related to contractor availability and staffing reliability.
Hire a City RPIC
Establish a full-time internal RPIC position to oversee drone operations and maintain BVLOS compliance without radar. This approach offers greater control and may produce long-term savings.
The recommended transition supports modernized public safety infrastructure while offering initial cost savings and long-term flexibility.
ALTERNATIVE(S):
The alternative to transitioning to the Flock Aerodome system would be to continue current DFR operations utilizing contracted labor through Flying Lion, Inc. with the support of Motorola CAPE Flight Software.
ATTACHMENT(S):
Attachemet 1 Flock Aerodome Resolution
Attachment 2 Flock Aerodome Hemet PD - Law Enforcement Agreement - (2) Attachment 3 Flock Aerodome Sole Source Justification
18.B.
CITY OF HEMET RESOLUTION NO. 2025-XXX 1
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CITY OF HEMET
HEMET, CALIFORNIA
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-xxx
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF HEMET, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH
FLOCK SAFETY INC., EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2025, FOR
THE LEASE OF TWO FLOCK AERODOME DRONE AS A
FIRST RESPONDER (DFR) SYSTEMS, INCLUDING TWO
DJI M4TD DRONES AND DOCK 3'S, THE FLOCK
AERODOME DFR RADAR, AND FLOCK 911 FOR
AERODOME, AT A TOTAL COST NOT TO EXCEED
$100,000 IN YEAR 1, WITH A SECOND-YEAR OPTION
NOT TO EXCEED $250,000, AND A TOTAL FINANCIAL
COMMITMENT OVER TWO YEARS NOT TO EXCEED
$350,000
The City Council of the City of Hemet, California (hereafter referred to as the “City Council”) does resolve as follows:
WHEREAS, the Hemet Police Department launched its Drone as a First Responder (DFR) program in April 2023, making Hemet one of the earliest adopters of drone-based emergency response in California; and
WHEREAS, the DFR program has completed over 2,289 missions, with more than 1,173 flight hours, and operates under a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Certificate of Authorization (COA) allowing Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations within a three-nautical-mile radius when supervised by a certified Remote Pilot in Command (RPIC); and
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CITY OF HEMET RESOLUTION NO. 2025-XXX 2
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WHEREAS, the DFR program has consistently demonstrated its value by enhancing officer safety, improving situational awareness, and enabling faster and more effective responses to critical incidents, including incidents involving armed suspects and nighttime area searches; and
WHEREAS, the current program model relies on Flying Lion, Inc. for RPIC services at a cost of $125,000 per year, Motorola CAPE flight software at $39,588 per year, and drone maintenance and replacement at approximately $70,000 annually, for a total current annual cost of $234,588; and
WHEREAS, recent operational challenges—including staffing shortages and technical delays—have highlighted the need for a more reliable, autonomous, and integrated DFR solution; and
WHEREAS, after review of available alternatives, the Hemet Police Department recommends transitioning to the Flock AERODOME platform, which features autonomous drone deployment, CAD system integration, radar-assisted BVLOS compliance, and centralized drone operations with reduced staffing dependency; and WHEREAS, the Flock AERODOME platform will significantly improve deployment reliability by eliminating the need for third-party RPICs and reducing drone launch times to under 20 seconds through automated dispatch triggered by Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD) systems; and
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CITY OF HEMET RESOLUTION NO. 2025-XXX 3
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WHEREAS, the platform includes two DJI M4TD drones housed in weatherresistant Dock 3 launch stations and integrates Flock 911 software for CAD connectivity, with a complimentary radar system included in Year 1 that expands airspace awareness to 4.5 nautical miles; and
WHEREAS, transitioning to the Flock AERODOME system will reduce Year 1 costs to $135,000—with $100,000 allocated for equipment lease and software integration and $35,000 for maintenance—resulting in a savings of $99,588 compared to the current operating model; and
WHEREAS, Year 2 costs are projected at $285,000 if the radar system is retained, representing an annual increase of $50,412 over current costs, but providing full FAA-compliant autonomous coverage; and
WHEREAS, the agreement with Flock Safety Inc. includes a provision to opt out of the radar system after Year 1, at which point the City Council may choose to:
• Reallocate funding to absorb the cost and retain the radar, • Resume use of a third-party RPIC service provider, or • Create a City RPIC position for in-house oversight and potential long-term savings; and
WHEREAS, the transition to the Flock AERODOME system supports long-term modernization of Hemet’s public safety infrastructure, positions the City to respond
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CITY OF HEMET RESOLUTION NO. 2025-XXX 4
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effectively to emergency incidents and natural disasters, and aligns with Hemet’s strategic goals of efficiency, resilience, and technological leadership.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Hemet as follows:
1. The foregoing recitals are true and correct and incorporated herein by reference.
2. The City Council authorizes the City Manager, or designee, to enter into an agreement with Flock Safety Inc., effective July 1, 2025, for the lease of two Flock AERODOME Drone as a First Responder systems, which include two DJI M4TD drones and Dock 3 units, Flock AERODOME DFR Radar, and Flock 911 for Aerodome software, for an amount not to exceed $100,000 in Year 1.
3. The City Council further authorizes an optional Year 2 extension not to exceed $250,000.
4. The total financial commitment under this agreement shall not exceed $350,000 over the two-year term.
5. The City Manager is authorized to execute all documents and take all actions necessary to carry out the intent of this resolution.
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CITY OF HEMET RESOLUTION NO. 2025-XXX 5
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PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 24th day of June, 2025. ____________________________
Jackie Peterson, Mayor
ATTEST:
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John Paul Maier, City Clerk
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CITY OF HEMET RESOLUTION NO. 2025-XXX 6
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State of California )
County of Riverside )
City of Hemet )
I, John Paul Maier, City Clerk of the City of Hemet, do hereby certify that the foregoing resolution was adopted by the Hemet City Council on the 24th day of June, 2025, and was passed by the following vote:
AYES: Council Members:
NOES: Council Members:
ABSTAIN: Council Members:
ABSENT: Council Members:
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John Paul Maier, City Clerk
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Flock Safety + CA - Hemet PD
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Flock Group Inc.
1170 Howell Mill Rd, Suite 210
Atlanta, GA 30318
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MAIN CONTACT:
Larry Barsocchini
[email protected]
408.317.8617
18.B.
ORDER FORM
This order form (“Order Form”) hereby incorporates and includes the terms of the previously executed agreement (the “Terms”) which describe and set forth the general legal terms governing the relationship (collectively, the "Agreement" ). The Terms contain, among other things, warranty disclaimers, liability limitations and use limitations.
This additional services Agreement will be effective when this Order Form is executed by both Parties (the “Effective Date”) Customer: CA - Hemet PD Initial Term: 24 Months
Legal Entity Name: CA - Hemet PD Renewal Term: 24 Months Accounts Payable Email: Payment Terms: Net 30
Billing Frequency: Annual
Retention Period: 30 Days
Address: 445 East Florida Ave Hemet, California
92543
Hardware and Software Products
Annual recurring amounts over subscription term
Item Cost Quantity Total
Flock Safety Platform $175,000.00
Flock Safety Drone Hardware and Services
Flock Aerodome DFR - M4TD + Dock 3 (2 System
Set) Included 1 Included
Flock Aerodome DFR - Radar Included 1 Included
Flock Aerodome DFR - Radar Included 1 Included
Flock911 for Aerodome Included 1 Included
Professional Services and One Time Purchases
Item Cost Quantity Total
One Time Fees
Subtotal Year 1: $100,000.00
Annual Recurring Subtotal: $250,000.00
Discounts: $150,000.00
Estimated Tax: $0.00
Contract Total: $350,000.00
Taxes shown above are provided as an estimate. Actual taxes are the responsibility of the Customer. This Agreement will automatically renew for successive renewal terms of the greater of one year or the length set forth on the Order Form (each, a “Renewal Term”) unless either Party gives the other Party notice of non-renewal at least thirty (30) days prior to the end of the then-current term.
The Term for Flock Hardware shall commence upon first installation and validation, except that the Term for any Flock Hardware that requires selfinstallation shall commence upon execution of the Agreement. In the event a Customer purchases more than one type of Flock Hardware, the earliest Term start date shall control. In the event a Customer purchases software only, the Term shall commence upon execution of the Agreement.
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Special Terms:
• In the first year of the deployment, Flock will provide Customer with complimentary use of radar [Flock Aerodome DFR - Radar]. Customer's agreement will continue with the quantity of Flock Aerodome DFR - Radar indicated in the Order Form. Prior to the end of the first year, the Customer may elect to downgrade to no longer have Flock Aerodome DFR - Radar and execute a new Order Form. The decision must be emailed in writing to the Flock Customer Success Manager assigned to the deployment at least sixty (60) days prior to the end of the first year. If selected to downgrade, Flock will recover all equipment and software licenses related to Flock Aerodome DFR - Radar and Customer will operate at 200ft instead of 400ft, without use of radar.
Customer's agreement will continue with the quantity of Flock Aerodome DFR - M4DT + Dock 3 indicated in the Order Form. Per Billing Schedule, Annual Invoice at First Hardware Validation. Initial Invoice shall be on or after 07/01/2025. Annual Recurring Invoices shall be on the anniversary of First Hardware Validation
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Billing Schedule
Billing Schedule Amount (USD)
Year 1
At Contract Signing $100,000.00
Annual Recurring after Year 1 $250,000.00
Contract Total $350,000.00
*Tax not included
Discounts
Discounts Applied Amount (USD)
Flock Safety Platform $0.00
Flock Safety Add-ons $0.00
Flock Safety Professional Services $0.00
18.B.
Product and Services Description
Flock Safety Platform Items Product Description
Flock Aerodome DFR - M4TD +
Dock 3 (2 System Set)
Drone as First Responder (DFR) 2.0 system, including hardware, software, and services. Hardware includes two M4D series drones, two cameras, batteries, and two contact-charging Dock 3’s. Software includes remote piloting, air traffic awareness, spectator view, mobile app, flight logging, mission reporting, and community engagement dashboard. Services include FAA regulatory services, SOP development, training, and ongoing support.
Flock Aerodome DFR - Radar
Drone as First Responder (DFR) 2.0 detect and avoid capabilities for operations up to 400 ft according to agreed-upon UASFM altitudes. Includes FAA regulatory services and installation.
Flock Aerodome DFR - Radar
Drone as First Responder (DFR) 2.0 detect and avoid capabilities for operations up to 400 ft according to agreed-upon UASFM altitudes. Includes FAA regulatory services and installation.
Flock911 for Aerodome
Flock911 enables users to access live 911 calls directly within the FlockOS™ software, delivering real-time situational context that ensures faster, safer, and more efficient responses to calls for service.
FlockOS Features & Description
FlockOS Features Description
18.B.
PRODUCT ADDENDUM
UNMANNED AIR SUPPORT AS A SERVICE (UASaaS) PROGRAM
FOR DRONE RESPONSE SERVICES
WHEREAS, Customer has determined that it is in the interests of public safety for it to have the ability to utilize unmanned drones during crisis incidents, public emergencies, and in certain public safety operations, to the extent permitted by law;
WHEREAS, Flock is in the business of providing unmanned drone services (the unmanned drone services shall be considered part of the “Flock Services”) and Flock Hardware; NOW, THEREFORE, for good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which are hereby acknowledged, Customer and Flock agree as follows:
1. UNMANNED AIR SUPPORT GENERAL TERMS OF DELIVERY
1.1 Flock Services and Hardware. Flock shall provide access to Customer the Flock Services and related Flock Hardware (the “Flock Hardware”) listed on the Order Form upon the terms and conditions set forth in the Agreement. Flock maintains ownership of all the Flock Hardware. Each year, as specified in the Order Form, the Customer will be provided with a designated number of batteries. Customer may place an order for additional Flock Hardware (e.g., batteries prior to 500 complete charging cycles, hardware damaged due to Customer’s error, additional spares, etc.) at Flock’s then current list price, which will be made available to Customer upon request.
1.2 FAA Regulatory Waivers. Flock will assist Customer in acquiring any required Federal Aviation Administration (“FAA”) regulatory waivers.
1.3 Delivery. Flock shall make the Flock Hardware available to Customer at Customer’s delivery address set forth in the Order Form (“Delivery Point”). If for any reason Customer fails to accept delivery of the Flock Hardware by the date fixed pursuant to Flock's notice stating that the Flock Hardware is available at the Delivery Point: (i) Customer shall bear the risk of loss to the Flock Hardware; (ii) the Flock Hardware shall be deemed to have been delivered; and (iii) Flock, at its option, may store the Flock Hardware until collected by Customer, whereupon Customer shall be liable for all related costs and expenses (including, without limitation, storage and insurance).
Once the Flock Hardware is made available as the Delivery Point, Customer is responsible for any resulting use of the Flock Hardware by all Authorized Users and all third-parties who may gain access to the same.
1.4 Pilot Services. Upon Customer’s request, Flock will make available an employee or independent contractor pilot (each a “Pilot”) to Customer for purposes of operating the Flock Hardware (hereafter the “Pilot Services”) at the pricing set forth in the Order Form. The Pilot Services shall be considered part of the Flock Services. When operating the Flock Hardware, the Pilot shall comply with the reasonable requests of Customer. Such Pilot Services may be used for up to forty (40) hours per week during the Term. Customer’s use of the Pilot Services shall not alleviate any of Customer’s obligations set forth herein. Customer shall provide Pilots with a safe working environment when on Customer’s premises.
2. LOSS AND DAMAGE OF FLOCK HARDWARE
2.1 Customer assumes and shall bear the entire risk of loss, damage to, theft or destruction of, all Flock Hardware. LOSS OR DAMAGE TO THE FLOCK HARDWARE, OR ANY PART OF IT, SHALL NOT RELIEVE CUSTOMER OF ANY OBLIGATION UNDER THE AGREEMENT. Customer’s obligations with respect to this Section shall commence upon delivery of the Flock Hardware.
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2.2 Customer agrees to immediately notify Flock of any accident or event of loss or damage involving the Flock Hardware. The notification shall include any information as may be pertinent to Flock's investigation of such accident, loss, or damage, or which Flock may reasonably require.
3. FEES. The Order Form dictates the Flock Hardware, software, personnel, and Flock Services and the entire Flock Services corresponding fees. Customer shall pay the Fees as described on the Order Form.
4. TERM. The term of this Agreement commences on the Effective Date of this Agreement and continues until terminated as provided under this Agreement (the “Term”). Each Order Form shall commence and expire and/or terminate according to the terms set forth in such Order Form. On expiration or termination of the Agreement, all licenses provided hereunder by Flock shall immediately expire.
5. FLOCK DRONE IP. Customer Data does not include, and Flock Drone IP (defined herein) expressly includes, any data to the extent processed by, resulting as an output of, or based on the usage of, the Flock Services, Flock Hardware, including, without limitation, data collected by Flock’s radar and radio frequency sensors.
Such Flock Drone IP shall be Flock’s Confidential Information. Flock shall own all rights to (i) any data input into the Flock Services, Flock Hardware by or on behalf of Flock (not including any Customer Data) and (ii) any aggregated and anonymized data extracted or derived from the Flock Services, or use of the Flock Hardware, including all aggregated and anonymized usage data, statistical data, transactional data, metadata, market data, flight logs and flight history, telemetry data and logs, fleet information including drone serial numbers and models, connected device information including radar data concerning the surrounding airspace, and other aggregated and anonymized data collected from user data and files (collectively, “Flock Drone IP”). Without limiting the generality of the foregoing, Flock reserves the right to create and market public indexes, analysis or insights created from such data. Customer agrees that it will not share, sell, transfer, or make available any data generated by the Flock Hardware, including all Flock Drone IP to which it may have access, to any third party without the prior express written consent of Flock
18.B.
SCHEDULE A
SERVICES
Flock makes no warranties regarding the efficacy of the training detailed below.
1. AIRWORTHINESS TRAINING
Flock will make commercially reasonable efforts to provide training for the Customer to maintain the airworthiness of its drones, including compliance-related trainings.
Customer shall be responsible for ensuring that all crew, including pilot in command, visual observer, sensor or payload operator, or other persons necessary for the safe operation of the flight have the qualifications, experience, licenses, and certificates required by applicable FAA regulations and that all have the necessary skill required to perform their duties. After completion of training, Customer will be responsible for maintaining the airworthiness of drones to which Customer is responsible and the ensuring that the respective operations are in line with all applicable laws and regulations.
The training will be conducted via both online and in-person methods, as agreed upon by both parties. The frequency and duration of training will be mutually decided and scheduled to the convenience of the Customer.
2. FLIGHT TRAINING
Flock will assist the Customer in obtaining FAA BVLOS waivers and train the Customer on compliance matters related to such waivers. Flock will start with one deployment location at a time, and work up to the agreed upon number of deployment locations for all UAS. As part of the BVLOS process, Flock will provide training materials to the Customer to certify all employees of the Customers selected as Visual Observers (“VOs”) to help aid in BVLOS operations.
Flock will provide training to officers on how to utilize the Flock IP. This will consist of:
● Showing how to access Flock on their respective internet devices ● Showing how to view a live stream through the application ● Showing how to control the drone using the application ● Showing how to report problems if they come across them on the application The training will be conducted via both online and in-person methods, as agreed upon by both parties. The frequency and duration of training will be mutually decided and scheduled to the convenience of the Customer.
3. FLOCK HARDWARE TRAINING
There will also be training for the Customer to use the Flock Hardware. This training will consist of:
● Discussing maintenance list for the drone, and how to maintain airworthiness ● Teaching how to fly the drone autonomously using the Flock IP ● Teaching how to fly the drone manually using the remote controller The training will be conducted via both online and in-person methods, as agreed upon by both parties. The frequency and duration of training will be mutually decided and scheduled to the convenience of the Customer.
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4. DEPLOYMENT SUPPORT
Flock will teach the Customer how to dispatch the Flock Hardware using the software for 911 calls.
Only personnel authorized by Customer may have access to the livestream from the drone. They will also be taught on how to use Flock’s software to view said stream on any internet-connected device.
Authorized personnel may have access to the Flock IP, which can convey the current status of the drone, and how to tell the drone to conduct additional maneuvers if needed.
All operations must be conducted by a Pilot in Command (“PIC”), who is an FAA-certified pilot. Customer will provide the PICs needed to sustain this program.
Flock will assist in drafting a Standard Operating Procedure (“SOP”) as well as department policies regarding access, deployments, privacy, and community engagement.
Flock will ensure correct implementation of each Flock station and its included Flock Hardware which may or may not include the aircraft, on-prem servers, charging dock installations, radars, and more.
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SCHEDULE B
SPECIFICATIONS
Customer must abide by the following standards:
Operational:
● Per FAA regulations, and without the necessary waiver, a minimum of one pilot is required to operate each drone.
● Work with Flock to get BVLOS waivers for the city to fully use Flock’s product and services. ● Train members of the city to be VOs so that the Customer can have FAA-compliant and safe BVLOS operations (Flock will provide training material if needed). ● If Customer wants to connect Flock’s software to their Computer Aided Dispatch (“CAD”) system, Customer will provide access to said CAD system at no cost to Flock to location information and other pertinent information about calls-for-service as they are placed. ● Flock will provide their Flock software interface to command the Flock Hardware. Customer must independently access and store any personal information about calls-for-services other than their location and the type of response (police, fire, or EMS) they prompted.
Customer shall be responsible to integrate with CAD software to pull location information and call type information of every call-for-service that the Customer decides the drone should be deployed to, so long as there are no monetary charges to Flock for said integration.
18.B.
By executing this Order Form, Customer represents and warrants that it has read and agrees to all of the terms and conditions contained in the previously executed agreement.
The Parties have executed this Agreement as of the dates set forth below.
FLOCK GROUP, INC. Customer: CA - Hemet PD
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2025 Sole Source Letter for Flock Safety® Public Safety Solutions Jun 10, 2025
Dear Captain Brock,
This letter serves to confirm that Flock Group Inc. d/b/a Flock Safety is the sole provider of our proprietary public safety technology solution specifically designed for use by law enforcement, communities, and private entities to increase safety and reduce crime. Flock Safety’s unique system integrates hardware and cloud-based software to enable real-time data processing and secure data sharing capabilities that are unavailable through other providers.
As the sole developer and provider of this proprietary technology, Flock Safety retains exclusive rights to manufacture, license, and support the products and software we offer. Our solutions include cutting-edge features such as machine learning analytics, CJIS-compliant data storage, and a centralized system that facilitates collaboration across multiple jurisdictions, supporting a more robust and efficient public safety network. Specifically, Flock Safety provides the ability to access additional cameras from other regional Flock customers, at no additional cost.
No other vendor offers the specific combination of hardware and cloud-based features, CJIS compliant data handling, or the national network capabilities that Flock Safety provides. For these reasons, Flock Safety is the only source available for these services.
Thank you,
Garrett Langley CEO, Flock Safety®
18.B.
DESCRIPTION OF ITEMS AND SERVICES
To the best of our knowledge, Flock Safety is currently the sole source of the suite of products and services listed below, and no other company or firm sources and sells or licenses such a comprehensive, integrated suite of products and services at price level quoted as Flock universal sales price (USP).
Flock Aerodome DFR 2.0
DFR Drone Hardware
● DJI M350 RTK + RC Plus
● DJI H30T payload
● 16 TB65 Batteries and BS65 Charging Case on an annual basis ● DJI Dock 3 + M4TD integration with Flock ALPR and Flock911 ● DJI Dock 3 + M4TD increased flight speeds to 47 mph
● Proprietary RC box and omnidirectional antenna array
● In year 2 of the contract, Flock will swap out the old hardware for the newest version of each product on the market with no change in price.
Atlas 350 Drone Dock
● Exclusively distributed by Flock for the public safety market ● Automated, robotic, battery-swapping drone nest for heavy payload UAS ● Not reliant on contact charging
● Houses 8 batteries for more than 2,000 cycles
● Exclusive integration of the DJI M350 and H30T
● Exclusively provided law enforcement features and upgrades ● Landing platform level with the roof 17 cm of radial landing error recovery. ● Proprietary precision landing algorithms.
● Integrated HVAC to maintain system health.
● Integrated interior cameras for diagnostics and virtual pre-flight checklist ● Fully remote operations through the Flock Flight Operations Module Flock Aerodome 3D Digital Radar Station
● Multi-beamforming surveillance radar with long-range capabilities and all-weather situational awareness. ● 360 degree 3D detection, tracking, and classification of manned aircraft and sUAS. ● Detects Phantom-sized drones at 2.25-2.5 km ranges, Cessna-sized aircraft at 7 km range, and humans at 3 km range
● Layered security approach with target classification, detection and data updates for accuracy and reliability ● Exclusively integrated into the Flock Air Traffic Awareness Module(Aeromap) ● Exclusively provided by Flock for the public safety market Flock Software
Flight Operations Module
● Exclusively provided augmented reality overlays
● 1080p video feed with proprietary video codec, requiring only 3mbps for streaming ● One-time streaming links immediately available to be sent via email and SMS through the platform ● Images taken and immediately available to be sent via email and SMS through the platform, mid-flight ● Detailed telemetry and system health data
● Dock and drone management from a single interface
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● Multiple drone station and drone control support via picture-in-picture ● Command and control
● CAD, ALPR, Flock911 and gunshot detection integration, allowing for tracking of calls-for-service directly in the platform
● Laser-range finder support, allowing for real-time identification at camera targets ● Camera and payload management
● Address based automated waypoint flight control
● Current weather data
● Detailed connectivity data
● Mouse and keyboard control
● Gamepad control
● iOS app for live video streaming
● Drone summoning capability to allow for one drone to follow or meet another drone for battery swapping Flock Aerodome Air Traffic Awareness Module (Aeromap)
● 360 degree visibility of local airspace and movement of manned aircraft and sUAS. ● Integration with Flight Operations Module for notifications of incursions. ● Direct communication with drones to allow for emergency collision mitigation ● ADS-B in and live telemetry data from multiple sources. ● Integrated 3D radar, RF, and Remote ID data in a single common operating picture. ● Call for service information on screen
● Multi-station and multi-drone support
Flock Aerodome Spectator Module
● 1080p video feed with proprietary video codec, requiring only 3mbps for streaming ● Optimized for streaming live mission video to internal and external stakeholders. ● Monitor multiple flight missions at once using split screen functionality ● Seamless link sharing via text message or email directly in the Flock Aerodome system. ● Live CFS updates and visibility.
● Basic flight and telemetry data.
● CAD integration to show which call-for-service the drone is responding to.
Flock Aerodome Flight Log Module
● Automated flight logging and mission reports.
● Native 1440p video uploaded for each flight from the drone without manual uploading required ● Effortlessly export mission reports in PDF format for evidence management. ● Download cloud based and onboard imagery and video.
● CFS data auto populated via CAD integration
● Configurable DFR mission success metrics.
● Configurable mission reports based on agency needs and data retention policies. ● Drone path and location at timestamp, visualized with video ● Filtering and searching functionality
Flock Aerodome Mission Reporting and Community Engagement Module ● Automatically display DFR success metrics including average response times, number of missions conducted, number of suspects apprehended with the support of DFR, reduction in response times, calls cleared without the use of patrol resources, and a breakdown of the types of calls that DFR has supported.
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● Visualization of the flight path of the drone combined with the call for service the drone was responding to.
Designed to seamlessly integrate and display on the agency's website.
Flock Aerodome Services
● Equipment infrastructure
● Acquisition of appropriate FAA regulatory waivers
● Department policy and SOP consulting
● Community engagement consulting
● Comprehensive training
● Hardware warranties
18.B.
City of Hemet
City Council Meeting
STAFF REPORT
Meeting: City Council Meeting - Jun 24 2025
Department: City Attorney
Submitted by: Mark Prestwich, City Manager
Steven Graham, City Attorney;
☐ Receive and File ☐ Consent Calendar ☒ Business Item ☐ Public Hearing TITLE:
Declaration of Surplus Land: Three City-Owned Properties Located on the South Side of E Oakland Avenue, West of N Buena Vista Street, in Hemet, CA. (APNs 443-140-001, 003, & 443-131-008) RECOMMENDED ACTION:
It is respectfully recommended that the City Council:
1. Declare the following City-owned properties—Assessor’s Parcel Numbers (APNs) 443-140- 001, 443-140-003, and 443-131-008—as Excess Surplus Land pursuant to the California Surplus Land Act (Government Code Sections 54220–54234); and
2. Authorize the City Manager or their designee to undertake all necessary actions to comply with the Surplus Land Act, including submitting the required Notice of Availability to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) and proceeding with the statutory notification and disposition process.
BACKGROUND:
The Surplus Land Act (Government Code §§ 54220–54234) requires local agencies to follow a structured process before disposing of publicly owned land. This includes formally declaring property as “excess surplus land” if it is not necessary for the agency’s use and does not meet statutory exemptions. Declaring a property as "excess surplus" is the first step in the disposition process and is required before initiating formal outreach to qualified affordable housing developers and other eligible entities.
The City of Hemet owns three parcels located on the south side of East Oakland Avenue, west of North Buena Vista Street. These properties have a combined area of approximately 9.87 acres and have been held by the City for roughly 20 years. The parcels are identified as:
Property APN Size Description
Parcel 1 443-140-001 ±1.26 acres Vacant land
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Parcel 2 443-140-003 ±4.06 acres PD Building
Parcel 3 443-131-008 ±4.55 acres Vacant land
These parcels are located within the City’s Transit Oriented District (TOD) Zone, which permits highdensity residential and commercial mixed-use development. All three parcels front a decommissioned rail corridor, which is anticipated to be the future site of a regional mobility hub.
ANALYSIS:
As of the most recent appraisal dated April 8, 2025, the subject properties have an estimated combined fair market value of $2,790,000 in "as-is" condition:
Parcel 1 (APN 443-140-001): $245,000
Parcel 2 (APN 443-140-003): $1,770,000
Parcel 3 (APN 443-131-008): $775,000
The appraisal notes that the cold storage/office building on Parcel 2 was constructed in the 1970s by Coors Brewing and is currently used by the Hemet Police Department for evidence storage and administrative functions. While the building retains limited utility, it is nearing the end of its economic life and exhibits deferred maintenance. The report identifies its highest and best use as redevelopment following interim public use.
Parcel 3 is partially used for informal vehicle storage by adjacent private businesses, though it is otherwise unimproved and fenced. Parcel 1 is vacant and not actively used.
Given that none of the parcels are currently required for municipal operations—and considering their underutilization, zoning, and potential to support transit-oriented development or affordable housing— they meet the definition of Excess Surplus Land under the Surplus Land Act.
Declaring these properties as excess surplus will allow the City to initiate the required notification process to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) and open formal negotiations with interested affordable housing developers and other eligible public entities.
DISCUSSION:
Declaring these three parcels as “Excess Surplus Land” will initiate the formal property disposition process under the Surplus Land Act. This declaration does not obligate the City to sell the properties but enables staff to begin outreach to eligible entities and comply with state-mandated procedures designed to promote affordable housing.
Upon Council approval, the City Manager or designee will file a Notice of Availability with the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD). Eligible entities—including affordable housing developers—will have 60 days to notify the City of their interest. If one or more entities express interest, the City must enter into good faith negotiations for a minimum of 90 days.
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If no agreement is reached after this process—or if no entity expresses interest—the City may proceed with open market disposition.
It is important to note that while Parcel 2 is currently in use by the Hemet Police Department, its classification as excess surplus does not trigger immediate vacating or demolition. The declaration allows flexibility for the City to determine the timing and terms of future reuse or disposition, consistent with the property’s long-term redevelopment potential and evolving public safety facility needs.
STRATEGIC PLAN INTEGRATION:
GOAL ONE: QUALITY OF LIFE:
To ensure that Hemet is safe, clean, attractive and comfortable for all who live, work, and visit.
Objective 1: Enhance the visual appearance of the community to make it attractive and reduce blight.
GOAL FIVE: ORGANIZATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS
To identify the work needed inside the City organization to effectively provide services to the community and ensure financial stability.
Objective 1: Operate in a financially sustainable manner.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no immediate fiscal impact resulting from the declaration of the subject properties as excess surplus. However, the action authorizes City staff to initiate the state-mandated notice and negotiation process, which is a prerequisite to a potential sale or lease. Should the City ultimately dispose of the properties, revenue from the sale could total an estimated $2.79 million, based on the appraised fair market value as of April 2025. Final sale proceeds may vary depending on market conditions, negotiated terms, and any development-related agreements. Staff time and legal review associated with compliance, noticing, and negotiation will be absorbed by existing personnel within the City Manager’s Office and other Departments.
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