Putting together an ordinance to control recreational drone use is still on Prairie Village’s agenda — but just barely. The council voted 6-5 Monday night in favor of continuing its discussions on an ordinance that some members felt would be difficult to enforce.
The idea is to address the worries of residents like Kate Faerber, who was disturbed by a drone flying low over people in her yard.
“I think drones sound like a really fun idea, but … there’s a potential for harm and danger,” Faerber said.
The council’s majority vote to continue talking about the ordinance comes with concerns about both safety and the idea that people could misuse drones to harass or spy on people.
There was some confusion over what’s already regulated by the Federal Aviation Administration and in what circumstances a city ordinance could make a difference.
(Read more: KC Star Local News)