Repeal surveillance state FLOCK CAMERAS. Our community deserves better. Surveillance state technology threatens our privacy, and together, we can end it. Add your voice today and protect our 4th amendment rights.
Flock cameras turn communities into sweeping surveillance zones in which thousands of innocent residents are constantly monitored, eroding trust and privacy. Dragnet (The term derives from a fishing technique of dragging a fishing net across the sea bottom, or through a promising area of open water) surveillance supresses free speech, enables discriminatory profiling, and erodes the fundamental rights of our citizens presumption of innocence by treating every citizen as a potential suspect.
Flock cameras scan EVERY car, not just the ones that are suspected of crime. This creates a searchable database of your life. This flips the presumption of innocence on its head.
No citation needed; This is a core functionality of their productWhile Flock promises their cameras are meant for "violent crime and missing persons", they are easily abused and misuse is often observed. See citations for ICE utilization and police led stalking cases (officer was sentenced to 18 months probation).
[Officer Misuse] [Audit of Flock use]Flock is a private monopoly with no public oversight. Instead of funding public safety initiatives, taxpayer money is funneled into a private company's profits. This isn't a "start up", this is a billionare funded government surveillance state.
[Andreessen Horowitz (Billionare) Article] [Flock article stating investment]Flock cameras store vast amounts of personal data, making them a prime target for hackers. Flock has experienced public data leaks before. These devices are incredibly easy to hack as shown in the research report. They've publicly stated they are unwilling to fix the security issues.
[Data Exposed Finding] [Security Research Paper] [Flock's Response]Flock safety is dishonest about the retention of images and videos on their cameras. Research shows that images are stored far longer than what is claimed in their contracts and public advertising material.
[Proof of lie; Finding #44] [Flock's claim of data privacy]Understanding the history helps us make the case for change.
"Police Chief also briefly discussed Flock Safety Cameras prior to their presentation." "Flock Safety Presentation. This software reads license plates that will enter and exit the city. Discussion of obtaining 8 cameras: 2 at Fairfield/Riviera; 2 at Riviera/Donnermeyer; 2 at Memorial Pkwy; and 2 at Covert Run. This is a two-year contract." April 2025 City Council Meeting
Bellevue residents expressed concern about the surveillance state of Flock Safety May 2025 City Council Meeting
Despite Bellevue residents overwhelmingly despising the Flock Safety cameras, the Mayor and other councilmembers decided to force it through.
December 2025 City Council MeetingHelp us fight against the surveillance state of the Flock Cameras! Make your voice heard today!
Accountability matters. Below is the official voting record when this mandate was passed. Use this information when contacting your representatives.
| Representative | Title / Role | Vote | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charlie Cleves | Mayor | ❌For | Mayor Cleves was the tie breaker |
| Jack Ondeck | Councilmember | ❌For | Voted for surveillance state |
| Steve Guidugli | Councilmember | ❌For | Voted for surveillance state |
| Mike Almoslechner | Councilmember | ❌For | Voted for surveillance state |
| Shauna Kruse | Councilmember | ✅ Against | Voted against surveillance state |
| Chasity Bothman | Councilmember | ✅ Against | Voted against surveillance state |
| Kara Harp | Councilmember | ✅ Against | Voted against surveillance state |
Source: December Voting Minutes. Voting records are public information.
Privacy is an inherent human right, and a requirement for maintaining the human condition with dignity and respect. It is about choice, and having the power to control how you present yourself to the world.
Every action no matter how small moves us closer to repealing the Flock cameras! Here are the most impactful ways to help.
Understanding the facts is the first step. Read through the problem, the history, and the impact on our community.
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See the ResearchFlock Safety Cameras are AI powered Automatic License Plate Reader (ALPR) technology. To learn more please read this article from stopflock.com[StopFlock Website]
Even though our councilmembers signed Bellevue into a 2-year master services agreement, they have the power to break us out of that agreement. Please contact them and share your voice!
This is a community issue that affects all residents regardless of political affiliation. Your privacy matters, it gives you power of choice!
Simple. Your data will no longer be utilized by a private, billionare funded surveillance state to sell to data brokers and ultimately harm your freedom of choice and how you live your life!
A personal phone call to a representative's office is typically the most impactful. Directly speaking with one of our councilmembers has the most impact. Email is a close second, especially if personalized.
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