North Branch cancels Flock Safety contract

3 September 2026.

North Branch has terminated its contract with Flock Safety, the automated license plate reader system vendor. The city had previously entered into an agreement to deploy the cameras but has now decided to cancel the arrangement. The decision marks a shift in the municipality's approach to surveillance technology and public safety infrastructure.

Flock Safety cameras capture and store vehicle license plate data, enabling law enforcement to track vehicle movements across jurisdictions. Communities nationwide have adopted or rejected these systems based on varying assessments of public safety benefits against privacy concerns and operational costs.

The cancellation follows a period during which the contract was active, though. No public statement has been released explaining the city council's rationale for the termination.

Residents and officials in other municipalities can review their own city council records, budgets, and police department contracts to determine whether similar agreements exist locally and what terms govern their continuation or renewal.

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