To: BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
From: Sheriff-Coroner
Meeting Date: February 3, 2026
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Department Contact: |
Matthew Kendall |
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707-463-4085 |
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Department Contact: |
Megan Zaied |
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707-468-3451 |
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Item Type: Consent Agenda |
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Time Allocated for Item: N/A |
Agenda Title:
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Authorization to Purchase a Drone Kit in the Amount of $21,773.91, Classified as Military Equipment; and Addition of the Equipment to the County’s List of Fixed Assets
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Recommended Action/Motion:
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Authorize purchase of a drone kit in the amount of $21,773.91, classified as military equipment; and add the equipment to the County’s list of fixed assets; and authorize Chair to sign same.
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Previous Board/Board Committee Actions:
The Board adopted the Sheriff’s Office Military Equipment Use Policy 709 on August 16, 2022, per Ordinance No. 4551 pursuant to AB 481. The ordinance was renewed on September 12, 2023, September 24, 2024, and on November 4, 2025.
Summary of Request:
The Sheriff’s Office requests approval to purchase a LEMUR 2 tactical drone kit specifically for law enforcement and public safety operations. The package includes the drone, associated accessories, and software that provides real-time situational awareness, communication capabilities, and mapping tools to support critical incident response. Acquisition of this equipment will enhance the Sheriff’s Office ability to conduct criminal Investigations and protect lives and property, particularly in circumstances where alternative resources are limited or less effective. Under the Sheriff’s Office Military Equipment Use Policy 709, Section 709.1.1, Ordinance No. 4551, and pursuant to AB 481, the LEMUR 2 system is classified as military equipment. The requested vendor, BRINC Drones, Inc., has been awarded a nationwide cooperative purchasing agreement through Sourcewell, which the Sheriff’s Office may utilize for this procurement. The agreement is available at the link provided below.
Alternative Action/Motion:
Return to staff for alternate handling.
Strategic Plan Priority Designation: An Effective County Government
Supervisorial District: All
Vote Requirement: Majority
Supplemental Information Available Online At: <https://www.sourcewell-mn.gov/cooperative-purchasing/020625-brnc>
Fiscal Details:
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source of funding: Asset Forfeiture / BU 2310 |
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current f/y cost: $21,773.91 |
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budget clarification: This equipment was not included in the FY25-26 budget, but there are sufficient funds available in Asset Forfeiture funds. The cost of the equipment will be reimbursed from Asset Forfeiture to Budget 2310 LI 864370. |
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annual recurring cost: $0 |
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budgeted in current f/y (if no, please describe): No |
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revenue agreement: No |
AGREEMENT/RESOLUTION/ORDINANCE APPROVED BY COUNTY COUNSEL: N/A
CEO Liaison: Executive Office
CEO Review: Yes
CEO Comments:
FOR COB USE ONLY
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Executed By: Atlas Pearson, Senior Deputy Clerk |
Final Status: Approved |
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Date: February 3, 2026 |
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