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Council weighs 60‑day Flock camera trial as privacy concerns surface
Summary
Washington Terrace councilors discussed a 60‑day trial of additional Flock license‑plate readers. Council Member Zishan cited academic research and alleged past abuses; Sheriff’s Office representatives said the system follows state rules, uses audits, and is a reactive investigative tool.
Washington Terrace — Council members on March 3 debated whether to approve a 60‑day trial of additional Flock automatic license‑plate readers, with privacy advocates on the council urging caution and sheriff’s staff describing operational safeguards.
City Manager Tom Hanson introduced the request for additional cameras and a 60‑day test to evaluate results. Council Member Zunayid Z. Zishan presented a sharply critical view, saying his research found the company operates at scale and citing instances he described as abuses: "when we sign the contract after the trial period, we will be handing our residents’ data to a private corporation with no real control for who sees…
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