The Fredericksburg Police Department's 2025 annual report has highlighted significant shifts in operations, primarily driven by new technology and an emphasis on mental health and school safety. The department's "Drone as First Responder" program, which allows for rapid aerial assessment of emergency calls and provides critical intelligence to ground units before they arrive on the scene, was a major highlight. The school zone speed enforcement program was fully implemented in 2025, with a decrease in average vehicle speeds near city schools. A significant increase in the role of the Crisis Intervention Response Team, which focuses on resolving behavioral health crises without arrests, was significantly increased in 2025. The police department also saw a shift in its enforcement focus towards high-impact "quality of life" issues, particularly drug distribution and firearm-related offenses, and continued use of "Flock" license plate readers. The 911 Communications Center also achieved its individual accreditation this year.