On Tuesday, September 2nd, residents showed up in numbers to the Springfield City Council meeting to voice concerns over the adoption of Flock surveillance AI cameras in the community. With more than 100 community members in attendance (standing room only), and 12 public comments about the adoption of Flock and the dangers it poses, the community presented a strong front against this invasive technology.

Several news sources have covered this event and the impact it is having:

• Lookout – Springfield council hears from Flock camera opponents
• KLCC – Springfield to take a second look at AI traffic camera contract

You can also listen to the public comments directly on the meeting recording.