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Caller raises privacy concerns over ‘Flock’ cameras in public housing
Summary
A remote commenter asked the Lycoming County commissioners why ‘Flock’ surveillance cameras are in public housing and raised Fourth Amendment and accountability questions; staff advised contacting the local municipality or housing authority.
During the public-comment portion of the Lycoming County meeting, a caller identified as Shannon Barnes asked why there are “Flock” (license-plate / surveillance) cameras in public housing and framed the issue as a possible Fourth Amendment concern and one of accountability.
County staff responded that the appropriate parties to contact would be the municipality where the housing is located and the housing authority that manages the property. Staff recommended the commenter contact the local housing office to seek specifics about camera placement and authority.
The board recorded the comment and did not take immediate further action; commissioners encouraged follow-up through local municipal channels or the housing authority.
Next steps: the commenter was advised to contact the housing authority or local municipality for more information and to seek accountability through those entities.
