Receive an update from District III Supervisor and Airport staff regarding Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) opportunities in Contra Costa County
Submitted For:
Keith Freitas,
Department:
Airports
Referral No.:
Referral Name:
Presenter:
Contact:
Beth Lee, (925) 681-4200
Referral History:
On January 16, 2018, the Board ratified the execution of a Letter of Intent between the County and the California Department of Technology to partner in participating in the FAA sponsored UAS Integration Pilot Program (IPP).
Referral Update:
District III and Public Works Department-Airports staff continue to explore business opportunities with UAS companies. On October 8, 2018, 3DR conducted UAS pavement inspection testing at the Byron Airport. The test was successful and 3DR has requested that the County consider additional testing opportunities at Byron and Buchanan Field.
Recommendation(s)/Next Step(s):
Receive an update from District III Supervisor and Airport staff regarding Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) opportunities in Contra Costa County. Continue to work with various UAS entities to explore business and partnership opportunities.
Fiscal Impact (if any):
The fiscal impact has generally been limited to the Airport Enterprise Fund and associated with staff time.