Boston Dynamics Public Safety Robot Purchase
San Bernardino
Summary
The city is buying a Boston Dynamics SPOT robot for up to $370,973 for public safety use — a notable tech purchase on consent.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 1
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Nov 4, 2026.
Impact analysis
Up to $370,973.21.
Police and public safety personnel, and potentially residents in hazardous situations.
Critics argue funds could instead address parks, lighting, and community services.
Mentions & discussions (3)
CLOSED SESSION AND REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL - Nov 4, 2026
The city is buying a Boston Dynamics SPOT robot for up to $370,973 for public safety use — a notable tech purchase on consent.
CLOSED SESSION AND REGULAR MEETING OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL - Mar 4, 2026
The city accepted $100,000 from the county for a robotic police K9, while some speakers objected to spending on police technology over parks, lighting, and community services.
REUNION DEL ALCALDE Y AYUTAMIENTO - Mar 4, 2026
The county gave the police department $100,000 for a Robotic Police K9 that officials say keeps officers out of dangerous situations. Some later speakers opposed tactical and surveillance technology.
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