3 days agoColumbus City Council Considers Flock Safety License Plate Reader Contract Renewal
The Columbus City Council is debating a two-year renewal of a **$228,000** contract with **Flock Safety** for license plate readers. This decision amid significant public backlash highlights increasing privacy concerns that could influence future surveillance technology contracts in Ohio.
8 days agoLocal Governments Terminate FLOCK Safety Contracts Amid Privacy Concerns
Marshall County, Indiana and Middletown, Connecticut have recently terminated contracts with FLOCK Safety over privacy issues. These actions indicate a shift in local government procurement strategies towards greater scrutiny of surveillance technology and community input.
41 days agoCleveland City Council Considers Flock Safety Contract Renewal Worth $250,000
The Cleveland City Council will vote on renewing a $250,000 surveillance contract with Flock Safety, which operates a network of over 115,000 Automatic License Plate Readers across the nation. This decision raises important questions about privacy rights and local government procurement, as advocacy groups express concerns over lack of federal oversight.