Summary
Local activists crashed a Columbus City Council meeting to demand the city cancel its contract with automated license plate reader company Flock. If you care about police surveillance and data privacy in your neighborhood, this ongoing fight is definitely worth keeping an eye on.
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Impact analysis
Your tax dollars are currently funding these automated license plate readers, though the exact contract cost remains a point of contention.
Law enforcement agencies get enhanced tracking tools to monitor vehicle movement across the city.
Everyday drivers and privacy-conscious residents face potential overreach and constant tracking of their daily commutes.
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