Council asked to authorize new police cruiser order and decide on Flock camera subscription

Council discussed two public‑safety expenditures: ordering an additional police cruiser and whether to subscribe to a four‑camera Flock public‑safety camera system.

Council previously appropriated funds for an additional cruiser to replace a totaled vehicle and members asked to confirm order placement; staff said the build and outfitting will likely take months and requested authorization to place the order now. Council signaled support for proceeding with the cruiser purchase.

On the Flock camera system, council noted funds had been appropriated in the budget for camera purchase but that the service requires an annual subscription (staff estimated first‑year costs near $15,000 and recurring years around $12,000 for four cameras). Staff said formal legislation and a contract signature will be required to enter the subscription; council asked staff to prepare the contract and budget details for a future approval vote.