Automated License Plate Reader Cameras (Flock)
Summary
A software engineer told the board the mall Flock camera contract auto-renewed November 1 without cancellation and demanded the cameras come down, arguing the township has legal power to restrict mass surveillance.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 17
- Last 30 days
- 2
Discussed at 3 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Nov 10, 2026.
Impact analysis
Taxpayer money fronted the mall camera installation with expected reimbursement from Cafaro; the renewed contract keeps those obligations in place.
Police gain investigative camera coverage; residents concerned about mass surveillance see little benefit.
Residents who object to mass surveillance contend their privacy is compromised without local legal limits.
Mentions & discussions (18)
Board of Supervisors (Regular) - Nov 10, 2026
A software engineer told the board the mall Flock camera contract auto-renewed November 1 without cancellation and demanded the cameras come down, arguing the township has legal power to restrict mass surveillance.
Board of Supervisors (Regular) - Oct 27, 2026
Residents again demanded the township cancel its Flock camera access before the contract auto-renews November 1, citing privacy and constitutional concerns. Supervisors said they own no cameras and cannot legally bar private property owners from using them, but critics insisted local action is possible.
Board of Supervisors (Regular) - Sep 22, 2026
Numerous residents and visitors spoke out against automated license plate reading cameras, raising privacy concerns, constitutional objections, and recent reports regarding device security vulnerabilities.
Board of Supervisors (Regular) - Sep 8, 2026
Multiple residents raised civil liberties and privacy concerns regarding automated license plate reader (Flock) cameras in the township. Speakers debated police utility versus Fourth Amendment privacy rights and data sharing.
Board of Supervisors (Regular) - Aug 25, 2026
Dozens of residents spoke out against the township's use of Flock safety cameras, raising serious concerns about privacy violations, data security, and potential misuse by law enforcement. Speakers urged the board to terminate contracts and enact local ordinances restricting mass surveillance.
Board of Supervisors (Regular) - Jul 28, 2026
Dozens of residents spoke out against Flock Safety and automated surveillance cameras in Millcreek, citing major privacy concerns, data breaches in other cities, and potential misuse by stalkers or law enforcement. They urged the board to cancel existing contracts and pass an ordinance banning AI-enabled mass surveillance.
Board of Supervisors (Regular) - Jul 14, 2026
Multiple residents urged the township to cancel its Flock license plate reader contract, citing Fourth Amendment privacy concerns and data sharing across states. Supervisors noted no formal move to terminate is planned.
Board of Supervisors (Regular) - Jun 23, 2026
Residents expressed strong privacy concerns regarding the expansion and capabilities of automated license plate reader cameras in the township.
Board of Supervisors (Regular) - Jun 9, 2026
Multiple residents — including a software engineer and a behavioral health worker — demanded the township cancel Flock camera agreements, citing privacy, security, and civil liberties risks, and asked for an ordinance restricting AI-enabled surveillance.
Board of Supervisors (Regular) - May 26, 2026
Residents raised serious privacy, data sharing, security vulnerabilities, and transparency concerns regarding automated license plate reader (Flock) cameras operating in the township.
Board of Supervisors (Regular) - May 12, 2026
Residents pressed the board on why the Flock camera presentation wasn't on the April 28 agenda, how many cameras are at the mall (five), and data retention/privacy concerns. An Erie resident was also barred from speaking because the comment period is reserved for township residents.
Board of Supervisors (Regular) - Apr 28, 2026
Representatives from Flock Safety presented information on the license plate reader cameras installed at the Millcreek Mall by the Cafaro Corporation. Numerous residents voiced strong concerns about data privacy, security vulnerabilities, fourth amendment rights, and lack of local control.
Board of Supervisors (Regular) - Apr 14, 2026
Several residents urged the board to reconsider Flock Safety cameras, citing mass surveillance, data sharing, and cybersecurity risks. The board offered no updates on the program.
Board of Supervisors (Regular) - Mar 24, 2026
A resident voiced ongoing concerns regarding the privacy, data security, and behavioral tracking capabilities of Flock automated license plate reader cameras.
Board of Supervisors (Regular) - Mar 10, 2026
Residents again pressed the Board on Flock license plate cameras and 'smart city' plans; officials said no personal data is stored, images are kept 90 days, and there are no plans to tie cameras to traffic signals or pursue smart city status.
Board of Supervisors (Regular) - Feb 10, 2026
Residents packed public comment to oppose the Flock cameras at the Millcreek Mall and Lowe's, citing Fourth Amendment, data-security, and out-of-country data access concerns. Police Chief Mook defended the policy — 30-day retention, biannual audits, investigative use only — but several speakers urged renegotiating or canceling the agreement.
Millcreek Township addresses Flock Safety camera concerns
Millcreek Township addresses Flock Safety camera concerns WJET/WFXP/YourErie.com
Board of Supervisors (Regular) - Jan 27, 2026
Residents expressed strong concerns about automated license plate reader cameras (Flock cameras) installed at local commercial properties and tied to police investigations, citing Fourth Amendment privacy rights and potential data sharing with federal agencies like ICE.
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