San Dimas City Council
October 13, 2026

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STUDY SESSION

1. Evaluation of Autonomous and Mobile Public Safety Technology Solutions for Public Spaces, Parks, and Commercial Corridors

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Study Session
Agenda Item Staff Report
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of City Council
For the Meeting of October 13, 2026
From: Brad McKinney, City Manager
Prepared by: Travis Sais, Assistant City Manager
Subject: Evaluation of Autonomous and Mobile Public Safety Technology Solutions for Public Spaces, Parks, and Commercial Corridors
____________________________________________________________________________

SUMMARY
The City Council requested a study session to evaluate technology as a potential solution for addressing concerns related to homelessness and supporting enforcement efforts. This report reviews an Autonomous Security Robot (the Knightscope K5 unit) and two Solar-Powered Mobile Security Tower Trailers options, one from Flock Safety and another from Verkada. For each option, the report explains operational capabilities, deployment challenges and pricing.

This item is presented for City Council discussion and directional guidance.

RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Council:
• Receive this report and provide direction on whether to pursue any of the technologies described, where to deploy them, and whether staff should return with a pilot program, including a proposed budget appropriation and vendor agreement.

GOVERNMENT CODE §84308 APPLIES:
https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
No

FISCAL IMPACT
Receiving this report and conducting the study session has no immediate fiscal impact. If Council directs staff to proceed with the deployment of any of these technologies, implementation would require a formal budget appropriation, which would be brought back to the Council for consideration at a future Council meeting. The following figures are estimates and final prices will depend on configurations selected:

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• Knightscope K5 unit: An initial 12-month deployment of a single Knightscope K5 unit would cost approximately $91,800. The unit is leased, and the annual subscription includes the robot, maintenance, software, and cellular service. • Flock Safety Mobile Trailer: A single Flock Safety mobile security trailer would cost approximately $30,000 to $35,000 annually. The $30,000 figure is the base lease, and the $35,000 figure includes the optional license plate reading camera, which adds about $5,000.
• Verkada MT81 Trailer: A single Verkada mobile security trailer would cost approximately $80,500 to $85,725 as a one-time purchase, with estimated annual licensing of $1,800. Because the City would own the trailer, it would also be responsible for maintenance, including tire replacement and keeping the trailer road-safe for towing.

Additional repair and replacement costs could arise over time.

BACKGROUND
Los Angeles Metro opened the San Dimas Station, part of the A Line extension from Glendora to Pomona, on September 19, 2025. Since then, the City has experienced an increase in transient activity. At its May 26, 2026 meeting, the City Council asked staff to evaluate technology as a potential solution for addressing concerns related to homelessness and supporting enforcement efforts. Because the City contracts with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department for law enforcement services, any technology the City deploys would need to work alongside the Sheriff's Department operations.

DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS
Staff focused on two types of mobile equipment that the Council asked staff to review: an autonomous security robot and a solar-powered mobile security trailer. Both can be placed in a park, parking lot, or commercial area without significant trenching or wiring. However, the robot requires a charging dock station which would need to be installed at a fixed location. The robot patrols on its own, while a trailer stays in one place and watches from a raised mast. Staff reviewed the Knightscope K5 robot, and two trailers, one from Flock Safety and one from Verkada.

The following is an overview of each of the technology solutions:

1. Knightscope K5 Autonomous Security Robot (ASR)
The Knightscope K5 is a self-driving security robot that patrols a set route on its own and returns to its charging station when its battery runs low. It stands about 5 feet 5 inches tall, weighs 420 pounds, and moves at walking speed, up to 3 miles per hour. It works only on paved, smooth surfaces such as walkways, plazas, and parking areas.

A typical patrol lasts about 2.5 to 3 hours, followed by a 20 to 30 minute recharge. It records video in every direction at about eye level, and it has a heat-sensing camera for seeing in the dark. It also has a speaker, flashing lights, and a call button and intercom that let a visitor talk to a phone number the City chooses. The robot can read license plates and detect people and nearby phones and other devices, and the City would decide which of these features to turn on. Video is stored for 30 days and viewed through a web browser. The charging station needs a standard electrical outlet.

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Benefits
 Visible patrol presence: A moving robot with flashing lights is hard to miss and signals that the area is being watched. It patrols its route day and night without a person on site.  Two-way contact for the public: A visitor can press the call button and speak with whoever the City designates. However, this feature would need to be enabled by the City. The mobile security trailer specifications staff reviewed do not include a call button.  Maintenance included: The subscription covers the robot, repairs, software updates, and cellular service, so the City does not buy equipment or take on maintenance. The subscription runs on an annual term, which limits the City's long-term commitment.

Challenges
 Limited to hard, flat surfaces: The robot is designed for paved, ADA-compliant surfaces and stays on pre-mapped routes. It cannot operate on grass, dirt, sand, gravel, or stairs.

That rules it out for most of the open turf and trails in City parks and makes it better suited to walkways and paved lots. It will also not cross streets (including streets with a marked crosswalk) or railroad tracks.
 Small area covered: At 3 miles per hour on a fixed route, one robot watches one corridor at a time. It cannot see what is happening in another part of a large park or lot while it is on the far side of its route.
 Can be blocked or damaged: The robot operates at ground level and moves slowly.

People can stand in its path or damage it.
 Highest cost: At approximately $91,800 per year, the K5 costs about three times as much per year as the Flock Safety trailer lease.
 Infrastructure Needed: The K5 requires a charging dock installed at a fixed location, which may involve additional costs.
 Privacy and public perception: The robot records people at close range and can read license plates. Some residents may find a roaming robot intrusive.  Limited evidence: Reported results come mainly from the vendor. The City of Huntington Park is the only known city in Los Angeles County that has utilized a Knightscope K5 robot for park patrol.

2. Mobile Security Tower Trailers
Mobile security trailers provide elevated, stationary surveillance over large outdoor locations.

They consist of towable steel trailer bases equipped with structural mast columns that extend vertically from 15 to 24 feet and operate off-grid using solar panels and battery banks. These units are suitable for parks, parking lots, transit centers, and any location without power or communications infrastructure. Staff evaluated two models: the Flock Safety Mobile Security Trailer (MST) and the Verkada MT81.

A. Flock Safety Mobile Security Trailer (MST)
The Flock Safety trailer is a towable platform that raises cameras on a 20-foot pole, powered by solar panels and a large battery. It is about 12 feet long and 10 feet tall when folded down for towing, and it weighs about 1,700 pounds. It has two cameras that can swivel, tilt, and zoom in on details, plus one wide-view camera. Infrared lights let the cameras see at night, and video is saved for 30 days. The trailer sends its video over a cellular connection, so it does not need an internet line. It can also plug into a regular outlet if needed. A blue flashing light, flashers on the trailer frame, and a remote talk down speaker can help discourage unwanted activity.

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Benefits
 Lowest first-year cost: At approximately $30,000 to $35,000 per year, the lease costs far less up front than the K5 or the Verkada trailer.
 Vendor-owned equipment: Flock describes its lease as covering the cameras, cellular connection, and battery, so the City would not own or maintain the equipment.  Uses the existing Flock Safety Operating System: The Sheriff’s Department already utilizes the Flock Safety platform and would be able to utilize the same operating system to access mobile security trailer camera footage.
 Deployable: Because they run on solar power and cellular service, trailers can be placed on dirt, grass, or pavement, far from an outlet. Flock states that a trailer can be set up or moved in about 30 minutes.
 Wide View: The raised mast lets one trailer watch a large parking lot or a long stretch of park boundary, and it can see over parked vehicles and landscaping that would block a camera at ground level.
 Visible Deterrent: A tall industrial trailer with a flashing strobe light and remote talk down speaker can act as a visual deterrent for unwanted activity. The cameras are mounted high, and the trailer is heavy (about 1,700 pounds) so it is harder to move or damage than a ground-level robot.
 Relocation: If activity shifts, a trailer can be moved to a new location or used at a special event.
 Leased Equipment: The trailer is leased and Flock Safety provides necessary maintenance.

Challenges
 Stays in one place: Once set up, a trailer cannot follow activity, and people can learn where it is located and move elsewhere. Relocating a trailer from time to time requires a tow vehicle and staff time.
 Appearance: A tall industrial trailer with a flashing strobe changes the look of a park or commercial area and may be noticeable to nearby homes at night, depending on the trailer location.
 Depends on sun and cell coverage: Shaded sites reduce battery charging, and weak cellular signal can interrupt video. Staff would review deployment sites before any placement.
 Video must be watched or reviewed: Without live monitoring, a trailer mainly provides a visible deterrent and evidence after an incident. However, the Sheriff's Department could view the live video feed and previous footage through the Flock Safety platform.

B. Verkada MT81 Mobile Security Trailer
The Verkada MT81 uses a 24-foot mast and cloud-managed camera packages to provide panoramic monitoring and optional license plate reading capabilities. It is available in two basic configurations: VVC 1 (situational awareness) and VVC 2 (LPR-enabled perimeter security):
 VVC 1 (general monitoring): two PTZ cameras, one fisheye camera that gives a continuous 360-degree view, one horn speaker, and a cellular gateway.  VVC 2 (license plate reading): two high-zoom bullet cameras for long-range plate capture, plus two PTZ cameras that show the surrounding scene.

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Benefits
 Flexible setup: Can support up to six devices and several camera types. The trailer can be set up for a wide view or for plate capture, depending on the site.  Tallest mast and larger battery option: The 24-foot mast gives the longest sight line of the options, and the larger battery helps at sites with less sun.  City ownership: After purchase, the City owns the equipment and is not locked into a lease. Verkada's website lists a five-year hardware warranty, subject to its terms.

However, the City would be responsible for ongoing maintenance since it owns the equipment.
 Deployable: Because they run on solar power and cellular service, trailers can be placed on dirt, grass, or pavement, far from an outlet.
 Wide View: The raised mast lets one trailer watch a large parking lot or a long stretch of park boundary, and it can see over parked vehicles and landscaping that would block a camera at ground level.
 Visibility: A tall industrial trailer with a flashing strobe light can act as a visual deterrent for unwanted activity. The cameras are mounted high, and the trailer is heavy (about 2,700 pounds), so it is harder to move or damage than a ground-level robot.  Relocation: If activity shifts, a trailer can be moved to a new location or used at a special event.

Challenges
 Highest up-front cost: Staff estimates $80,500 to $85,725 per unit, paid at purchase.

Verkada's list price for the trailer alone is about $56,000 to $65,000, and the cameras, speaker, internet gateway, and software licenses are priced separately.  Ownership risk falls on the City: If the trailer is damaged, vandalized, stolen, or becomes outdated, the City would have to pay to fix or replace it unless the warranty covers it.  Ongoing charges: Beyond the purchase price, the City would pay an annual software license of about $1,800, and optional live monitoring would add about $4,800 to $6,000 per year.
 Stays in one place: Once set up, a trailer cannot follow activity, and people can learn where it is located and move elsewhere. Relocating a trailer from time to time requires a tow vehicle and staff time.
 Appearance: A tall industrial trailer with a flashing strobe changes the look of a park or commercial area and may be noticeable to nearby homes at night, depending on the trailer location.
 Depends on sun and cell coverage: Shaded sites reduce battery charging, and weak cellular signal can interrupt video. Staff would review deployment sites before any placement.
 Video must be watched or reviewed: Without live monitoring, a trailer mainly provides a visible deterrent and evidence after an incident. However, with access to the Verkada platform, the Sheriff's Department could view the live video feed and previous footage.

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Side-by-Side Comparison
Knightscope K5 robot Flock Safety trailer Verkada MT81 trailer Type Self-driving patrol robot Stationary solar trailer with 20-foot mast
Stationary solar trailer with
24-foot mast
Movement Patrols pre-mapped routes
at up to 3 mph
None once set up; towed
to a new spot when
needed
None once set up; towed
to a new spot when
needed
Works best in Paved plazas, walkways,
parking structures
Parks, surface lots, event
sites, problem areas that
shift
Same as Flock, plus sites
that need a custom
camera setup
Poor fit for Grass, dirt, sand, gravel,
stairs
Shaded sites or areas
with weak cellular signal
Shaded sites or areas with
weak cellular signal
Cameras Four wide-angle HD
cameras (360-degree
view) and one thermal
camera
One panoramic camera
and two PTZ cameras
Up to six devices;
standard setups use two
PTZ plus a fisheye, or two
bullet plus two PTZ
License plate
reading
Built in Optional camera (about
$5,000)
Available in the VVC 2
configuration
Deterrence and
public contact
Strobe lights, speaker, call
button, two-way intercom
Blue light and remote talkdown speakerBlue light and remote horn speaker
Video storage 30 days included 30 days listed Cloud-based; retention set by contract
Who owns it Vendor (annual
subscription)
Vendor (lease) City (purchase)
First-year cost $91,800 $30,000 to $35,000 $80,500 to $85,725 Other costs Optional feature packages;
live human monitoring
$5,000 license plate
reading camera
Live monitoring ($400 to
$500 per month); internet
gateway
Main
advantages
Moves on its own; visible;
public call button;
maintenance included
Lowest first-year cost;
vendor-owned;
maintenance included
Most flexible; tallest mast;
City-owned
Main drawbacks Hard surfaces only; covers
a small area; does not
cross streets or train
tracks; highest cost
Stationary; recurring cost
with no ownership
Stationary; Highest upfront cost; City bears
ownership risk and
maintenance costs
Conclusion
Following staff's review and assessment, should the Council wish to move forward with one of the technology options, staff recommends the Flock Safety Mobile Security Trailer for three reasons.

First, it integrates with the Flock platform already available to the Sheriff's Department. Second, it has the lowest upfront cost, which would allow the City to conduct a one-year pilot to determine whether the equipment is useful. Third, because Flock owns the equipment, the City would not be responsible for ongoing maintenance. Staff also consulted with the Captain of the San Dimas Sheriff's Station, who confirmed that the Flock trailer would be the Sheriff's Department's recommended option of the three solutions.

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Staff and the Sheriff's Department have identified two potential deployment locations: Pioneer Park and the City's downtown parking lot behind the businesses on the south side of Bonita Avenue, north of the Metro A Line tracks. Both were identified because of their proximity to the Metro A Line San Dimas Station and the transient activity in those specific areas. If the Council agrees with the recommendation to lease a Flock Safety Mobile Security Trailer, staff requests Council input on preferred deployment locations.

ALTERNATIVES
If the Council decides that none of the three options meets expectations, staff has identified the following possible alternatives:

1. Install Permanent Cameras: The City could consider mounting cameras on existing or new poles in target areas. Fixed cameras provide continuous coverage, do not need to be towed or relocated, and look less intrusive than a trailer. They cost more to install because they require power, a network or cellular connection, and possible engineering, and they cannot be moved if problems shift.

2. Contract for Security Guards: The City could consider contracting for security guards to patrol parks and other identified areas. A guard can talk with people, use judgment, and call for help in ways that equipment cannot, but the ongoing costs can be significant.

3. Take No Action: The City Council could take no action and continue to rely on existing Sheriff's Department patrols.

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
Pursuant to CEQA guidelines Section 15061 (b)(3), CEQA does not apply to this item because there is no potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. Therefore, no additional environmental review is needed at this time.

Respectfully submitted,
Travis Sais
Assistant City Manager
Attachments:

1. Knightscope K5 Specification Sheet

2. Flock Mobile Security Tower Trailer Specification Sheet

3. Verkada MT81 Security Trailer Specification Sheet

4. PowerPoint Presentation

Securing the places people live, work, study and visit.

Corporate Campuses
Shopping Malls
Hospitals
Casinos
Retailers
Parking Lots and Structures
Apartment Complexes
Warehouses
Logistics Facilities
College Campuses
Airports, Bus &
Train Stations
Force multiplying mobile physical deterrence
Workplace violence protection
Person of Interest or BOLO Alerts
Crime reduction and/or elimination
Real-time situational awareness
Actionable intelligence
Cost effective Subscription Service

UNIQUE BENEFITS
360° Eye-level Ultra HD Recording
Security Call Button
Live Audio and Two-way Intercom
Broadcast Messages
People Detection
Automatic License Plate Recognition
Thermal Detection
Signal Detection

KEY FEATURES
Don’t have your own monitoring? Ask about Knightscope+

OUTDOOR / INDOOR USE
K5
ATTACHMENT 1

See the K5 in action at:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DfNUex1SFS8
Chrome browser interface;
no software to install
Live streaming to PC, Mac,
tablet, cell phone
30-days raw video storage included
Operating systems: MacOS, iOS, Android,
Windows, Linux

USER INTERFACE
ADA compliant surfaces
Able to patrol around speed bumps
Can navigate on ADA compliant ramps
Parking garage ramp inclines/declines: Up to 20%
slope “grade”
Operating temperature: 0° - 115° outside ambient
temperature
Patrol time: 2.5 – 3 hours between charges on
average
Autonomous charging: 20-30 minutes on average
NAVIGATION Height: 64.6”
Width: 34.9”
Length: 44.6”
(4) HD cameras w/ wide angle lenses
(1) Infrared thermal camera
(4) Microphones
(1) Amplified P.A. speaker/horn
(4) Strobe lights
Navigation
(6) Lidar sensors
(13) Sonar sensors
Cellular Connectivity
4G LTE/5G/Private LTE Cellular
Connection
Intercom Button
Directed to client-specified phone
number
Docking Station
Electrical: 120v 20A outlet.

Mounting: The docking station can
be installed outdoors and secured to
Speed: Up to 3 mph. Weight: 420 lbs. a wall or the ground.

K5 OUTDOOR / INDOOR USE

ATTACHMENT 2

MT81 datasheet
www.verkada.com [email protected] 1
MT81 Cloud-Managed Security Trailer
On-Demand Video Security
and Deterrence
Overview
Rapid deployment
Pre-wired, Verkada-compatible arm
mounts, and a built-in PoE switch make
installation simple. Scan a QR code and
the trailer is ready in Command.

Cloud-managed in Command
Remotely monitor GPS location, solar
input, battery level, power load, and
connected devices in Command.

Customized to security needs
Leverage Verkada-validated
configurations or choose the exact
trailer and device combination that fits
your security and uptime requirements.

Key features
www.verkada.com 0626 [email protected] 1
The MT81 Cloud-Managed Security Trailer makes it simple to deploy Verkada security systems anywhere, including hard-to-wire or temporary locations such as parking lots, construction sites, large venues, industrial yards, and crime hot spots.

Designed for rapid deployment, every MT81 runs on solar, is cloud-connected, and supports up to six Verkada devices.

The trailer comes in two variants: the MT81-6KWH and the MT81-13KWH, each with a different battery capacity to accommodate a range of power requirements. Head unit devices (such as cameras and speakers) and their licenses are sold separately.

Bringing the trailer online is easy. Simply connect a Verkada or third-party internet gateway (e.g., Starlink) to the built-in Verkada trailer controller, and you can begin monitoring the trailer and any connected devices in Verkada Command.

ATTACHMENT 3

www.verkada.com [email protected] 2
MT81 datasheet
Manage at scale via the cloud
A
B
C
D
E
A. View the GPS locations of all
your trailers
B. See summarized metrics for
each trailer
C. View live solar input, battery level,
power load, and weather details
D. See live and historical trends of
various power metrics
E. Remotely power cycle and power
off devices

www.verkada.com [email protected] 3
MT81 datasheet
Mounting pattern
for Verkada gateway
Standard 2” ball hitch
24’ telescoping mast
with electric winch
NEMA-enclosed
power system
6x arm mounts for
Verkada cameras
Mounting pattern for
Verkada speaker
1,600W solar panel
with electric tilt
Blue LED flashing beacon
Male AC plug for battery charging

6.6 kWh battery pack (MT81-6KWH) or

13.2 kWh battery pack (MT81-13KWH)
Drop pipe for
bullet camera
MT81 Cloud-Managed Security Trailer
Hardware overview
Multisensor and fisheye cameras require pendant caps, which are sold separately. See the Accessories section for more information. Page 18 – 35 www.verkada.com [email protected] 4
MT81 datasheet
MT81-6KWH / MT81-13KWH
Tech specs
Solar panel capacity 1,600W (high-efficiency
photovoltaic solar modules) Battery housing Single / dual battery box with bolted lid Solar array Electric actuator-tilt Battery charger NEMA 5-15 plug (15A / 120 VAC) Solar controller
Smart MPPT (Maximum Power
Point Tracking) charge controller
and communicator
Power inverter 375W
Batteries 29V lithium-ion Control box
Aluminum with 3-point locking door
(24”W x 34”H x 10”D)
Ventilated with cooling fan
Battery capacity 6.6 kWh / 13.2 kWh usable total capacity System monitoring Verkada Command Power system
Uplink port 1x GigE RJ45 port
802.3bt Type 3 Ethernet ports for devices 6x GigE RJ45 ports802.3bt Type 4 Total PoE budget 480W
Inputs and outputs
Tower 24' telescoping mast Camera arms 6x Verkada-compatible arm mounts (1-1/2” NPT) with hole for safety screw
Rotation 355° Mounting patterns Mounting pattern for Verkada outdoor gateway Mounting pattern for Verkada horn speaker
Actuation Electric-powered winch for raising
and lowering Cabling 1x Cat6 cable, 6x Cat5e cables, 1x 16/2 power cable Camera mount Multi-head camera box Strobe light Blue LED flashing beacon on head unit Wind rating Up to 65 mph at full mast with stabilizers
deployed Max weight for winch 150 lb
Tower and mounting

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MT81-6KWH / MT81-13KWH
Tech specs
Weight 2,700 lb / 2,900 lb
(without connected devices) Warranty 5 years, parts only (includes chassis, power system, and electronics) Operating temperature -4 to 122° F / -20 to 50° C Safety certifications Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS)
Humidity 0-95% RH non-condensing Dimensions Refer to the next page Weather rating IP55 Included accessories
2x combination locks, 2x 12" drop pipes for
improved LPR performance on Verkada
bullet cameras
General
Construction Tubular steel welded construction Tire size 15” diameter wheels Drawbar
Tilting drawbar
Standard 2” ball hitch
Swivel wheel tongue jack
Stabilizers 4x 2,000 lb stabilizer corner jacks
Suspension / capacity 3,500 lb capacity
Double-eye leaf springs Max towing speed 65 mph
Tail lights LED combination tail light
(turn, brake, tail) Electrical connector Standard 4-wire flat connector (4-way flat) Trailer and chassis

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MT81 Cloud-Managed Security Trailer
Dimensions
85"
(215 cm)
107"
(272 cm)
129"
(327 cm)
180"
(457 cm)
164"
(417 cm)
294"
(747 cm)
166"
(421 cm)
70°
max.

Storage
Deployed
Travel

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Required mounting accessories
All head unit devices, their licenses, and any required mounting accessories are sold separately from the trailer.

Device Type Model Required Mounting Accessory
Bullet Camera CB52-E, CB62-E, CB52-TE, CB62-TE None
PTZ Camera CP52-E, CP63-E None
Two-Camera Multisensor CY53-E, CY63-E ACC-MNT-YPEND-1
Four-Camera Multisensor CH53-E, CH63-E ACC-MNT-HPEND-1
Fisheye Camera CF83-E ACC-MNT-PEND-1
Dome Camera CD43-E, CD53-E, CD63-E ACC-MNT-PEND-1
Talk-Down Horn Speaker BZ11 None
Cellular Gateway GC31-E None
Wi-Fi Gateway GW31-E None

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Verkada-validated configurations (VVCs)
Organizations can connect various devices to the MT81 to meet their specific requirements. To guide designs across different geographies and use cases, Verkada recommends the configurations below, with uptime projections based on historical weather data from major U.S. cities.

VVC 1
Designed for core security needs, such as remote
monitoring, investigations, and deterrence. Recommended for construction sites, crime hot spots, and parking lots.

VVC 2
Provides zero-compromise security with maximum coverage, including license plate recognition. Recommended for stadiums, large public events, and high-value lots.

Model Description Quantity
CP52-E Outdoor PTZ Camera 2
CF83-E Outdoor Fisheye Camera 1
BZ11 Talk-Down Horn Speaker 1
GC31-E Outdoor Cellular Gateway 1
Model Description Quantity
CP52-E Outdoor PTZ Camera 2
CB62-TE Outdoor Bullet Camera,
Telephoto Lens
2 CH53-E Outdoor Four-Camera Multisensor 1
BZ11 Talk-Down Horn Speaker 1
GC31-E Outdoor Cellular Gateway 1

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VVC 1 VVC 2
Zone Example
Cities
Estimated Hours
Offline per Year Estimated Uptime Estimated Hours Offline per Year Estimated Uptime MT81-6KWH MT81-13KWH MT81-6KWH MT81-13KWH MT81-6KWH MT81-13KWH MT81-6KWH MT81-13KWH 1 Phoenix, AZ
Las Vegas, NV
Albuquerque, NM
10 10 99.9% 99.9% 50 10 99.5% 99.9%
2 Denver, CO
Los Angeles, CA
San Mateo, CA
50 10 99.5% 99.9% 100 10 99% 99.9%
3 Atlanta, GA
Salt Lake City, UT
Charlotte, NC
100 10 99% 99.9% 250 50 97% 99.5%
4 Washington, D.C.

Philadelphia, PA

NYC, NY
250 100 97% 99% 500 250 95% 97%
5 Portland, OR
Cleveland, OH
Seattle, WA
1000 500 90% 95% 1500 1000 85% 90%
Uptime Zone Map
*Real-world uptime can be affected by a variety of factors such as solar panel orientation and weather variation. Uptime projections are based on simulated data and assume unshaded, south-facing solar panels. Projected downtime is most likely to occur in the winter months during early morning hours. AC shore power is recommended for deployments with <99% uptime.

Verkada-Validated Configurations
Uptime projections*

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Cloud-Managed Security Trailer
Ordering information
Security Trailer cloud license (new/capacity increase)
Security Trailer cloud license (renewal)
Verkada security trailers are sold exclusively in the United States through certified partners.

Note: Connected devices such as cameras, speakers, and gateways are sold separately.

Trailers are shipped via flatbed truck. The receiver must have a loading dock or provide a forklift with a qualified operator to unload at the scheduled delivery time.

Model number Description US cost (MSRP) USD WW cost (MSRP) USD MT81-6KWH-HW MT81 Cloud-Managed Security Trailer, Includes Chassis, PoE Switch, and 1600W Solar System with 6.6 kWh Lithium-Ion Battery Pack $58,000 N/A MT81-13KWH-HW MT81 Cloud-Managed Security Trailer, includes Chassis, PoE Switch, and 1600W Solar System with 13.2 kWh Lithium-Ion Battery Pack $65,000 N/A Model number Description US cost (MSRP) USD WW cost (MSRP) USD LIC-MT-1Y-CAP 1-Year Security Trailer Cloud License, Capacity Increase $349 N/A LIC-MT-3Y-CAP 3-Year Security Trailer Cloud License, Capacity Increase $999 N/A LIC-MT-5Y-CAP 5-Year Security Trailer Cloud License, Capacity Increase $1,599 N/A LIC-MT-10Y-CAP 10-Year Security Trailer Cloud License, Capacity Increase $3,199 N/A Model number Description US cost (MSRP) USD WW cost (MSRP) USD LIC-MT-1Y-RNW 1-Year Security Trailer Cloud License, Renewal $349 N/A LIC-MT-3Y-RNW 3-Year Security Trailer Cloud License, Renewal $999 N/A LIC-MT-5Y-RNW 5-Year Security Trailer Cloud License, Renewal $1,599 N/A LIC-MT-10Y-RNW 10-Year Security Trailer Cloud License, Renewal $3,199 N/A

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Security Trailer cloud license for government (new/capacity increase) Security Trailer cloud license for government (renewal) Ordering information
Model number Description US cost (MSRP) USD WW cost (MSRP) USD LIC-MT-1Y-CAP-G 1-Year Security Trailer Cloud License for Government, Capacity Increase $529 N/A
LIC-MT-3Y-CAP-G 3-Year Security Trailer Cloud License for Government, Capacity Increase $1,499 N/A
LIC-MT-5Y-CAP-G 5-Year Security Trailer Cloud License for Government, Capacity Increase $2,399 N/A
LIC-MT-10Y-CAP-G 10-Year Security Trailer Cloud License for Government, Capacity Increase $4,799 N/A
Model number Description US cost (MSRP) USD WW cost (MSRP) USD LIC-MT-1Y-RNW-G 1-Year Security Trailer Cloud License for Government, Renewal $529 N/A LIC-MT-3Y-RNW-G 3-Year Security Trailer Cloud License for Government, Renewal $1,499 N/A LIC-MT-5Y-RNW-G 5-Year Security Trailer Cloud License for Government, Renewal $2,399 N/A LIC-MT-10Y-RNW-G 10-Year Security Trailer Cloud License for Government, Renewal $4,799 N/A

City Council Study Session
October 13, 2026
Public Safety
Technology Solutions

Background
• September 19, 2025 – Metro A-Line San Dimas Station opens. – The City has since experienced an increase in transient activity. • May 26, 2026 – Council requested a study session on public safety technology solutions.
– KnightScope K5
– Flock Safety Mobile Safety Trailer
• Any technology deployed will need to work alongside Sheriff’s Department operations.

Three Options Evaluated
• All three can be placed in a park, parking lot, or commercial area without significant trenching or wiring. • The robot also needs a charging dock at a fixed location. • Costs are estimates; final prices depend on configuration. Page 29 – 35

1. Autonomous Security Robot
• Knightscope K5 Autonomous Security Robot
• Fully autonomous patrol robot
• 360-degree HD video and ALPR
• Operates only on paved surfaces
• Power: K5 dock recharge

2. Mobile Security Tower Trailers
• Flock Mobile Security Trailer
(MST)
– Panoramic + dual Pan Tilt
Zoom (PTZ) cameras,
Optional LPR camera
– 20-foot telescoping mast
– Stationary
– Solar-powered, LTE
connectivity
– Deterrence: strobe + audio
talk-down
• Verkada MT81 Security Trailer
– Customizable Configuration:

PTZ, Fisheye, Bullet LPR
cameras
– 24-foot mast
– Integrated cellular gateway
– Stationary
– 1,600W solar array
– Deterrence: strobe + horn
speakers

Comparison Matrix
Knightscope K5 robot Flock Safety trailer Verkada MT81 trailer Type Self-driving patrol robot Stationary solar trailer with 20-foot mast Stationary solar trailer with 24-foot mast Movement Patrols pre-mapped routes at up to 3 mph None once set up; towed to a new spot when needed
None once set up; towed to a new spot when
needed
Works best in Paved plazas, walkways, parking structures Parks, surface lots, event sites, problem areas that shift
Same as Flock, plus sites that need a custom
camera setup
Poor fit for Grass, dirt, sand, gravel, stairs Shaded sites or areas with weak cellular signal
Shaded sites or areas with weak cellular
signal
Cameras Four wide-angle HD cameras (360-degree view) and one thermal camera
One panoramic camera and two PTZ cameras Up to six devices; standard setups use two PTZ plus a fisheye, or two bullet plus two PTZ
License plate reading Built in Optional camera (about $5,000) Available in the VVC 2 configuration Deterrence and public
contact
Strobe lights, speaker, call button, two-way intercom Blue light and remote talk-down speaker Blue light and remote horn speaker Video storage 30 days included 30 days listed Cloud-based; retention set by contract Who owns it Vendor (annual subscription) Vendor (lease) City (purchase) First-year cost $91,800 $30,000 to $35,000 $80,500 to $85,725 Other costs Optional feature packages; live human monitoring $5,000 license plate reading camera Live monitoring ($400 to $500 per month); internet gateway
Main advantages Moves on its own; visible; public call button; maintenance included
Lowest first-year cost; vendor-owned;
integrates with existing operating system
Most flexible; tallest mast; City-owned
Main drawbacks Hard surfaces only; does not cross streets or train tracks; covers a small area; highest cost
Stationary; recurring cost with no ownership Stationary; Highest up-front cost; City bears ownership riskPage 32 – 35
Where Each Option Fits
Paved walkway K5 Moving presence and eye-level interaction Parking lots or plazas K5 or trailer K5 patrols routes; trailer provides elevated fixed view Large surface lots Flock or MT81 Elevated view, solar power, active deterrence Park perimeter / open field Flock or MT81 Towable to unpaved or remote locations Special event Flock or MT81 Rapid placement and relocation by vehicle Narrow pedestrian corridor K5, after site
validation Requires mapped ADA-compliant hardscape and safe circulation *Site verification is essential for solar exposure, cellular coverage, line of sight, ADA clearance, towing access, and public-space aesthetics.

Recommendation
• If Council wishes to move forward, staff recommends the Flock Safety Mobile Security Trailer:
– Integrates with the Flock platform already available to the Sheriff's Department – Lowest upfront cost, allowing a one-year pilot to evaluate usefulness – Flock owns the equipment, so the City has no ongoing maintenance responsibility • San Dimas Sheriff's Station Captain confirmed Flock is the Department's preferred option of the three.
• Potential deployment locations identified by staff and the Sheriff's Department:
– Pioneer Park
– Downtown parking lot south of Bonita Avenue, north of the Metro A Line tracks • Both sites are near the Metro A Line San Dimas Station and have seen increased transient activity.
• Staff requests Council input on preferred deployment locations.

DISCUSSION