Automated License Plate Readers and Surveillance Contracts
Monterey County
Summary
The board debated a ten-year, $1.7 million contract for Flock safety cameras, with community members overwhelmingly opposing the contract due to severe privacy, data sharing, and Fourth Amendment concerns, while law enforcement defended the technology as an essential investigative tool.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 6
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
Saves the county $1,701,000 over ten years by denying the proposed Flock safety contract.
County residents and privacy advocates concerned about warrantless mass data collection and civil liberties.
Law enforcement investigators who rely on automated vehicle tracking to solve property and violent crimes.
Mentions & discussions (4)
Monterey County Supervisors Vote to Remove Flock Cameras
Monterey County Supervisors Vote to Remove Flock Cameras California City News
Board of Supervisors — September 22, 2026
The board debated a ten-year, $1.7 million contract for Flock safety cameras, with community members overwhelmingly opposing the contract due to severe privacy, data sharing, and Fourth Amendment concerns, while law enforcement defended the technology as an essential investigative tool.
County agreement for more Flock cameras postponed
County agreement for more Flock cameras postponed Monterey Herald
Board of Supervisors — August 25, 2026
A proposed 10-year contract extension for Flock Safety cameras sparked intense public backlash over privacy, data security, and fourth amendment violations, leading to the item being pulled for further review.
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