Residents press council on Flock Safety surveillance, Tween Night policy and WarpCore services

Public comment at the May 5 meeting included a series of substantive appeals to council. Don Francis opened by citing recent national reporting alleging data-sharing and improper access by Flock Safety cameras in other jurisdictions; he urged the council to consider cutting ties with that vendor and to review the contract clause allowing the city to exit within 120 days of installation.

The mayor reminded speakers of the three-minute limit but accepted submitted materials. Residents who followed Francis backed his concerns and asked the city to post signage on the Town Square notifying visitors of active surveillance—arguing such signs could provide notice and deterrence. Staff acknowledged receipt of Mr. Francis' materials.

Another speaker asked the council to revise a policy that gives exclusive access to "Tween Night" to aquatic center season-pass holders; the resident said most tweens don't plan ahead or have disposable income and urged the city to remove the exclusivity. Council asked staff (Roscoe) to review the policy.

Clay Mudard of WarpCore announced a new depot location (722 E. Calhoun St.) for WarpCore's free-store and street-outreach services and previewed Max Happy Fest on May 30; he thanked staff for city support and requested permission to distribute flyers. Staff and council acknowledged the updates.

These comments were provided during the public-comment period and did not prompt immediate formal action by the council; council directed staff to review the surveillance materials and to follow up on the Tween Night question.