In a recent government meeting, officials discussed the implementation of a new technology called Wing Gateway, which aims to enhance public safety through advanced surveillance capabilities. This system will enable the integration of various camera systems, both public and private, into the existing Flock system, allowing for a more comprehensive monitoring approach.

Currently, the city operates approximately 65 traffic cameras, which will be connected to the Wing Gateway. This integration is part of a broader initiative to develop a real-time crime center, enhancing the city's ability to respond to incidents as they occur. The technology employs several sophisticated features, including real-time routing, visual search, multi-geo search, and vehicle fingerprint search.

Real-time routing provides predictive capabilities, estimating potential destinations of vehicles in motion. The visual search function allows officers to identify vehicles and their occupants through still images captured by various cameras, including specialized license plate readers. Additionally, the multi-geo search feature tracks the movements of specific vehicles over the past 30 days, utilizing a retention policy that supports ongoing investigations.

The vehicle fingerprint search further refines this capability by allowing officers to search for specific characteristics of vehicles, such as color and additional features like roof racks. This information is delivered to law enforcement personnel through multiple channels, enhancing their ability to respond effectively to incidents.

The introduction of Wing Gateway represents a significant step forward in the city's efforts to leverage technology for public safety, promising to improve real-time situational awareness and response capabilities for law enforcement.