Summary
Police are building a real-time crime center, applying for a $5 million grant, launching a drone-first-responder program, and bringing back the Citizens Academy, open house and volunteer programs.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Aug 26, 2026.
Impact analysis
A $5 million grant is pending; expanded technology and programs will otherwise draw on the budget.
Residents get faster police response, better park security and more community engagement opportunities.
No groups negatively affected
Mentions & discussions (5)
City Council Meeting - Aug 26, 2026
The council approved spending $350,010 in cannabis tax (Measure PC) funds on a crisis negotiator vehicle, used in SWAT deployments roughly weekly, after the chief corrected the funding language on the dais.
Adjourned Regular City Council Meeting - Jun 17, 2026
The city is down about 13-14 sworn officer positions and budgeted $5.8 million for overtime next year, down from prior years. New public safety cameras will be purchased with asset forfeiture and contingency funds.
City Council (Special) - May 11, 2026
Police are building a real-time crime center, applying for a $5 million grant, launching a drone-first-responder program, and bringing back the Citizens Academy, open house and volunteer programs.
El Monte, Calif., OKs $500K for ‘Cutting-Edge’ Police Tech
El Monte, Calif., OKs $500K for ‘Cutting-Edge’ Police Tech govtech.com
This is what happened when El Monte tested fewer police officers on July 4th
This is what happened when El Monte tested fewer police officers on July 4th San Gabriel Valley Tribune
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