Automated License Plate Readers (Flock Cameras)
Summary
The Police Department will present its automatic license plate reader program at the board's request.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 1
Rising — discussed at 3 meetings since Sep 8, 2026, up from 0 in the two months before.
Impact analysis
Ongoing contract costs associated with the Flock camera system.
Residents interested in how police technology is used locally.
Motorists whose routine travels are logged, timestamped, and stored in searchable databases.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Board of Commissioners (Regular) - Nov 2, 2026
The Police Department will present its automatic license plate reader program at the board's request.
Board of Commissioners (Regular) - Sep 22, 2026
A resident raised concerns regarding the lack of democratic oversight when automated license plate reader cameras were installed and requested a public review and vote.
Board of Commissioners (Regular) - Sep 8, 2026
Citizens criticized the town's use of Flock automated license plate reader cameras, arguing that mass data collection on ordinary motorists violates privacy and constitutes unwarranted surveillance. Speakers urged the board to cancel the contract and remove the cameras.
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