Expansion of Police Surveillance and Flock Safety Contracts

Stated that crime victims and families need effective safety tools like Flock cameras to help solve violent crimes.

Stated that mass surveillance does not lower crime and urged investment in affordable housing, workforce development, and community programs.

Spoke on behalf of Friends of Adeline in strong opposition to expanding surveillance infrastructure, arguing it undermines sanctuary city commitments.

Argued that Flock claims ownership of data and shares it with ICE and CBP, putting all residents at risk.

Spoke for the Commission on Labor urging suspension of the contract due to Flock's use of low-paid overseas sweatshop labor for data annotation.

Expressed strong support from the Downtown Berkeley Association for surveillance tools to address severe safety concerns among merchants and visitors.

Speaking for the Berkeley Chamber of Commerce, supported thoughtfully managed public safety technology with strong oversight.

Representing the Bay Area Council, supported continued use of ALPRs and related technology to help police recover property and solve crimes.

Police Accountability Board Chair criticized the lack of competitive bidding and urged the council to reject the non-competitive contract.