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Southaven approves trial of three Flock Safety cameras for police department
Summary
Board authorized a contract allowing the police department to install three Flock Safety cameras on a 30-day trial; first-year cost if purchased is $23,250 including $3,000 installation.
The Board of Aldermen authorized the Southaven Police Department to enter into an agreement with Flock Safety to install three camera units at city intersections, permitting a 30-day trial period before final purchase.
City staff described the contract terms: the trial will not begin until all three cameras are installed; first-year cost if the city proceeds after trial is $23,250, which includes approximately $3,000 for installation plus software and hardware. The mayor or the police chief was authorized to sign the contract.
Alderman Gallagher moved the authorization and Alderman Armin Hoots seconded; the board approved the measure by voice vote with no recorded dissent. No public discussion about privacy, data retention, or cost offsets was recorded in the meeting.
City staff noted the trial arrangement allows the department to evaluate Flock Safety’s service before committing to the recurring subscription and hardware costs.
