Starbase, the company town established by SpaceX in South Texas, is set to launch its own police department following approval from the city’s commission. The new department, awaiting final authorization from the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement, is expected to employ up to eight officers and could be operational within a few months.
The police department’s primary role will be safeguarding the valuable assets associated with SpaceX’s operations in Starbase. City administrator Kent Myers emphasized the importance of asset protection, citing the significance of the police department in this role.
Currently home to a small population, predominantly SpaceX staff and their families, Starbase serves as a hub for the development and testing of SpaceX’s Starship rocket. The city’s remote location underscores the need for local security measures.
Starbase has been enhancing its public services since its incorporation as a city, with recent additions including a volunteer fire department initiated by SpaceX employees, the establishment of a fire marshal position, and the introduction of in-house building inspections and permitting procedures.
Source: TechCrunch