Resident urges ballot question to decide Rangely'9s Flock license-plate reader system

Mark Stamos told the Rangely Town Council he opposes the town'9s Flock license-plate reader system and asked that the question be placed on the next local ballot so residents can decide.

"I'9d like to propose that it be placed on the ballot asking whether the public would like to keep this flock system in place," Stamos said, arguing that a ballot question would show whether the town wants the cameras retained. He told council members he is worried about long-term privacy implications and the possibility that movement data stored in the cloud could be accessed by bad actors.

Council members responded that the issue raises legal and procedural questions that warrant review. One council member said the best next step is to "talk to our town attorney and get her recommendation on it," and the council indicated it will follow up with legal counsel before deciding whether the town can place the item on a local ballot.

The commenter noted he believes the town'9s previous budget packet and a police report referenced the system and a $9,000 payment, and asked that officials clarify when residents were first notified. Council members acknowledged the concern and said they would look into the notification history and legal options.

No council action was taken at the meeting; members said they will consult the town attorney and report back at a later date.