March 27, 2026
Friends, neighbors, and fellow Trojans,
In the interest of transparency, I am providing a quick update on something the city council is exploring related to the Flock contract.
On Thursday, the city council requested a 30-day delay from the administration in the expiration of the contract for Flock cameras to allow for negotiation of language changes to protect privacy, accessibility, and information sharing.
As I've said previously, we recognize that license plate readers (LPRs) are a valuable tool for our police department while also respecting the concerns raised by many residents. As technology changes rapidly, we need to have a contract that provides local oversight.
That's why it's critical that the Troy police and administration work together with the city council to develop additional language that provides safeguards for access, information sharing, and addresses privacy concerns raised by the public while preserving the police department's access to this critical crime investigation tool. Delaying the expiration of the contract term would allow this necessary and transparent review process to continue.
I will keep you posted about updates on this request as they become available.
Onward,
Sue Steele
Council President
Good Cause Eviction
Last week, Mayor Mantello announced she vetoed tenant protection legislation approved by the council.
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