Solution
Smart Light Poles
Next-generation light poles equipped with advanced technology from private sector partners can give law enforcement agencies a powerful new tool for enhancing emergency response, crowd management, and crime scene handling, improving the overall safety and quality of life in Los Angeles.
Smart Light Poles
Click on the markers on the map to see the different functionalities
“Living Room” (near arena)
LiDAR and video monitors crowd and detects unusual behavior or presence of weapons
Traffic signal preemption
Allows for fast emergency response
Abandoned object detection
LiDAR on pole detects potential suspicious objects for investigation
Licensed plate readers
Pole sensors can identify suspect vehicles to improve law enforcement response
Opportunity
Transforming public safety with technology
The Los Angeles Bureau of Street Lighting (BSL) is installing fiber-optic infrastructure to expand its street light network and promote digital equity, with many miles completed and more underway. In partnership with Cisco, BSL is piloting innovative light poles near the Crypto.com Arena featuring advanced sensors and enhanced connectivity. This effort lays the foundation for a citywide smart network to improve urban management and quality of life in Los Angeles.
Pilot program
To demonstrate the real-world operation and benefits of a smart pole infrastructure, BLS is conducting a pilot program that will install or retrofit a network of poles in selected downtown Los Angeles neighborhoods (adjacent to Crypto.com arena).
-
Currently in planning and design, including initial feasibility/planning sessions with LAPD and other agencies
-
Targeting [approx. launch date]
-
Other specifics we want to mention?
Supporting LAPD’s strategic plan
By harnessing modern technology, this initiative can advance LAPD’s strategic plan to enhance operational efficiency and protect residents, setting a new standard in public safety, agency collaboration, efficiency, and emergency response. Key components of LAPD’s plan include:
-
Implementing proactive measures to decrease crime rates and enhance the overall safety of neighborhoods
-
Enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of police operations through continuous improvement and innovation
-
Leveraging modern technologies and data analytics to inform decision-making and improve policing strategies
Next steps
LAPD and other agencies are encouraged to collaborate with BSL and Cisco to determine how next-gen light pole technology can advance public safety.
Click here for more information
Crowd management during mega events
Using real-time data analytics and surveillance enabled by smart pole technology, law enforcement can more effectively manage large crowds during major events. By ensuring public safety and maintaining order, this capability prevents incidents before they occur, enhancing trust and event security.
Smart poles in action
Emergency vehicle preemption
High-tech smart poles can integrate with the city’s traffic signal network to prioritize emergency vehicles, allowing them to navigate congested streets more efficiently. This can significantly reduce response times and potentially saves lives in critical situations, contributing to more effective emergency interventions.
Incident scene management
Smart poles enhance the management of accident and crime scenes by providing high-resolution imaging capabilities for accurate documentation and efficient evidence collection. This leads to quicker and more effective investigations, ensuring swift justice and community reassurance.
Object imaging and surveillance
With advanced imaging technologies, smart poles can support weapons and gunshot detection, license plate recognition, object abandonment, and continuous surveillance. The system’s ability to upload bodycam video files during staff breaks can provide law enforcement with comprehensive situational awareness and immediate access to crucial data, deterring criminal activity and strengthening public safety.
360
PANORAMA
VIEWER
Next-Generation Light Pole Initiative
Advancing Public Safety in Los Angeles
Powered
