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Livingston council authorizes MVCPA grant application for FLOCK cameras and drone
Summary
Council approved Resolution No. 649 authorizing staff to apply for the Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority (MVCPA) SB 224 Catalytic Converter Grant to obtain FLOCK camera equipment and a FLOCK drone; council discussed a required 20% city match and equipment ownership and maintenance.
On April 14, 2026, the Livingston City Council approved Resolution No. 649 authorizing the submission of a grant application to the Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority under the SB 224 Catalytic Converter Grant Program. The resolution appoints a program director, financial officer, and authorized official to manage the application and, if necessary, accept, modify, or cancel the grant.
Police Chief David Mitchell and Lieutenant Jack Mueller provided council with an overview of the proposed use of a FLOCK camera system and the potential uses of a FLOCK drone in operations. Council discussion centered on grant funding details including the requirement that the city provide a 20% match and questions about ownership and maintenance responsibilities for the FLOCK equipment.
Alderman Andy Evans moved to approve the resolution; Alderman Bobby Jackson seconded the motion. The council voted unanimously in favor of adopting Resolution No. 649.
Minutes record the resolution caption and the vote but do not specify the dollar amount sought or terms of any equipment purchase or maintenance contract.
