Liberty Hill removes Flock cameras after unanimous vote

18 September 2026. [AI first draft. Verify every fact against the source before publishing.]

Liberty Hill removed all city-operated Flock Safety automated license plate recognition cameras on September 15, following a unanimous City Council vote on September 9 to end the program. The council voted 7-0 to terminate the city's agreement with Flock Safety and decline renewal when the contract expires in October. The city announced the removal on Thursday and stated that camera poles would be taken down at a later date.

Liberty Hill initially authorized installation of the automated license plate recognition cameras in December 2024, positioning them in Texas Department of Transportation rights-of-way. The city said at that time the cameras would increase public safety and assist police in crime prevention. Flock cameras capture vehicle images, license plate numbers, and vehicle characteristics for use by law enforcement in investigations of stolen vehicles and criminal activity.

The council's decision came after residents raised privacy and data collection concerns at prior public meetings. The council also directed staff not to employ mass surveillance technology in the future. The decision applies only to cameras under Liberty Hill's jurisdiction; cameras operated by private entities or other government agencies may continue operating in the area.

Residents interested in tracking local surveillance technology contracts should monitor their city council meeting agendas and records, noting contract authorization dates and renewal timelines for ALPR programs.

Read the original reporting: KEYE.