The DRONERESPONDERS Ohio Public Safety Coordination Group establishes the framework for public safety agencies and emergency services organizations to directly collaborate with industry, government, and academia through the combined expertise.
The primary objectives of the OHGRU are to:
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Support the education, adoption, and use of remotely piloted, unmanned, and autonomous systems by public safety and emergency service organizations at the regional (state) level within the scope of established legal and acceptable community standards.
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Increase awareness and understanding of the value of drones, robotics, and related technologies by the public with increased emphasis on underserved communities.
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Provide a mechanism for government to directly collaborate with industry and academia at the regional level to stimulate innovation and better serve the Whole Community during times of emergency and crisis.
OUR MISSION
The DRONERESPONDERS Ohio Public Safety Coordination Group (OHGRU) is the cornerstone of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) readiness across the Buckeye State. Built by and for Ohio’s public safety professionals, this dynamic coalition drives real-time mission coordination, resource sharing, and operational standards designed for Ohio’s diverse landscape, from the Appalachian foothills to the Lake Erie shoreline, and every river valley, rural township, and urban corridor in between.
From hurricanes to hazmat, our network keeps operations tight, communication seamless, and collaboration fierce.
It's more than a group, it’s a tactical advantage
2025
OHGRU Monthly Meetings
Join us on the third Tuesday of each month at 10:00 AM est for OHGRU Monthly Meetings. These sessions provide timely updates on:
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Regulations and legislation impacting public safety UAS
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Regional developments and agency coordination
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Additional news and resources from across the State of Ohio
Monthly meeting registration and details are available on the OHGRU membership page.
