Drone ordinance withdrawn
Summary
The city wants police power to stop unsafe drones over big events, but pilots say the FAA alone controls airspace and the ordinance is too broad. Council tabled it to sort out the legal line.
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Last discussed Aug 24, 2026.
Impact analysis
Fines would be up to $150 under the ordinance, with enforcement costs borne by EPD.
Families attending the Fall Festival and fireworks, and people near the airport, get an extra layer of drone safety.
Recreational and commercial drone pilots face potential local fines and impoundment on top of existing FAA rules.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council Meeting - Aug 24, 2026
A proposed ordinance creating drone (unmanned aircraft) rules in the city code was pulled before a vote, so Evansville residents won't see new drone regulations from this council action.
City Council Meeting - Aug 10, 2026
The city wants police power to stop unsafe drones over big events, but pilots say the FAA alone controls airspace and the ordinance is too broad. Council tabled it to sort out the legal line.
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