Automated License Plate Reader (Flock Camera) Contract Expansion

Expressed deep concerns about Flock cameras, citing nationwide cancellations, privacy violations, and use of ALPR data to track political protesters.

Supported police use of license plate readers, noting that cameras are everywhere in public and the technology is vital for solving violent crimes and finding missing persons.

Shared how Flock cameras helped recover a stolen Bellevue fire truck and questioned highway department budget line overruns in the 2025 transfer resolution.

Criticized contract language discrepancies, lack of town oversight, and data-sharing risks with federal agencies like ICE.

Noted numerous nationwide contract terminations for Flock and urged the board to establish independent oversight or data policies.

Expressed cybersecurity concerns regarding insecure camera data feeds and documented vulnerabilities in Flock devices.

Urged the board to deny the purchase of additional Flock cameras due to security vulnerabilities, incompetent software builds, and changing contract terms.

Argued against mass surveillance networking and suggested the town should own its infrastructure rather than renting from private vendors.

Criticized the board for only recently taking public concerns seriously and accused Flock representatives of misleading presentations.

Cited instances of false identifications and wrongful stops resulting from faulty ALPR data and noted nationwide removals.

Questioned the reliability and oversight of Flock cameras, arguing that potential privacy risks outweigh their benefits.

Inquired about the status of a civilian review board and requested clarification on records access officers and ALPR data retention policies.

Highlighted that state grant guidelines emphasize lighting, patrols, and community fixes rather than mass surveillance.