# Santa Maria Police Gets Drone Boost | California News

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Podcast: [California News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/california-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7610473)
Published: 2026-07-02T04:29:31+00:00
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Santa Maria’s police are about to get a sky-high upgrade: a new “Drone as a First Responder” program that could have a drone in the air within 90 seconds of a call, giving officers a live aerial view before they arrive. Thanks to a record-breaking fundraiser that raised nearly $95,000—including $37,000 specifically for the drone initiative—the department is poised to revolutionize response times and officer safety. The event, packed with golf, auction, and laughs, showcased the community’s deep commitment to public safety, with the nonprofit Police Council, now celebrating over $2 million in total contributions, honoring outgoing president Glenn Morris for his leadership. This tech-forward initiative isn’t just about speed—it’s about smarter, safer policing, backed by a community that’s ready to invest in the future. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/c2572e62d748262c

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