Coffee & Conversation: Boots on the Ground & Eyes in the Sky—Lessons From a Municipal Drone Program

This recorded Coffee & Conversation webinar was originally presented on June 25, 2026. During this session, Aaron Scurlock discussed the day-to-day logistics, lessons learned, and challenges of developing and managing a municipal drone program. The webinar explored how drones have been integrated into public works operations and provided practical insights for agencies and municipalities considering starting their own drone programs while weighing the costs and benefits. Presenter: Aaron Scurlock, Staff Engineer, City of Danbury