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Council approves $1 million expansion to Flock Group public-safety contract over objections from two members
Summary
The council authorized a third amendment to the Flock Group contract to expand license-plate readers, pan-tilt-zoom cameras, gunshot and screech-detection software, and a mobile trailer and drone capability; the motion passed with Mayor Martinez, Council Members Jimenez and Wilson voting no.
The Richmond City Council approved a third amendment to the city’s contract with Flock Group Inc., increasing the contract cap by $1,000,000 to a total not to exceed $2,003,700 (term March 1, 2023–Feb. 28, 2026). The amendment expands license-plate readers (ALPR), pan‑tilt‑zoom (PTZ) cameras, gunshot and screech‑tire detection, a camera‑trailer mobile unit, and plans for a “drone as first responder” capability.
Police Chief Lisa French and Captain Eric Smith presented the proposal and described the technologies: expanded ALPRs and PTZ cameras, integrated audio‑based detection for gunshots and screeching…
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