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Ozark approves purchase of Flock Safety license-plate cameras; aldermen hear legal and operational questions
Summary
The Board of Aldermen authorized a contract with Flock Group Inc. to expand the city's license-plate reader network. The police chief described the system as a crime-fighting tool; aldermen asked about legal risk if state law preempts LPR use and potential sunk costs.
The Ozark Board of Aldermen on March 3 approved an ordinance authorizing the city to enter into a contract with Flock Group Incorporated for Flock Safety cameras and technology.
Police Chief Justin Arnold told the board the city currently operates three Flock cameras and plans to add six cameras focused on city limits and approaches, plus separate cameras for the park and other entrances under a related contract; he said the total installation plan discussed would lead…
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