During a recent city council meeting, concerns were raised regarding the proposed installation of flock cameras on Ferry Road and Salawee Pass. A resident expressed dissatisfaction with the lack of thorough discussion on the matter during a previous workshop, emphasizing the need for a more in-depth examination of the implications of such surveillance technology.

The resident highlighted specific issues related to privacy and data access, particularly for the Islander East Condo Board, which is interested in monitoring who enters their property. Questions were posed about who would have access to the camera data—whether it would be limited to authorized personnel like the front desk clerk or the condo board chairman, or if it could be accessed by anyone claiming a right to it.

Additionally, the resident raised concerns about the city's liability should a visitor be wrongly accused based on the camera's data. They pointed out the potential for inaccuracies in the technology, citing examples of misidentification that could lead to serious consequences. The resident questioned the effectiveness of such systems in solving crimes, suggesting that the benefits may not justify the privacy risks involved.

The chief of police had previously indicated support for the camera installation, but the resident's apprehensions about privacy, liability, and the overall efficacy of the system prompted a call for further discussion and consideration before moving forward with the project.