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Raised concerns about police department practices and transparency regarding video evidence.

Expressed deep concern over data security, cloud storage vulnerabilities, and pre-probable cause searches.

Cal State Fullerton student organizer opposed Flock cameras due to data privacy risks and documented nationwide police misuse.

Expressed discomfort with continuous vehicle tracking and loss of privacy in neighborhoods.

Questioned data retention timelines, third-party data access, and indirect federal data sharing.

Criticized dragnet surveillance, lack of transparency, and fourth amendment implications of ALPR databases.

Organizer criticized police surveillance spending and data sharing with federal agencies.

Highlighted known security vulnerabilities in Flock cameras and data security risks.

Warned about AI data spillage and retention issues on backend systems.

Argued against mass surveillance and police state technology, calling for a ban on ALPRs and biometrics.

Raised questions about system accuracy error rates, data sharing with fusion centers, and proven effectiveness.

Stated that Flock cameras do not reduce crime, infringe on liberties, and pose security risks.

Former city employee urged council to defund Flock and invest in visible community policing like foot patrols.

Requested a town hall meeting and raised technical questions regarding data encryption and fusion center access.

Argued that policies must account for worst-case misuse and called for the cameras to be removed.

Called for a ban on mass surveillance, enactment of a moratorium, and bagging of devices.

Expressed opposition to surveillance systems that can be abused for stalking or immigration tracking.

Expressed trust in Chief Freitas and the police department's integrity and community standards.