Public commenters press board on Measure V accounting and urge review of Flock Safety surveillance contract

During general public comment, several residents raised concerns about campaign finance and county contracting. Polly Halstead urged the board to address Fair Political Practices Commission findings related to Measure V and called for personal accountability for those who reallocated public education funds for the campaign. Halstead cited the FPPC hearing and enforcement action and said the public deserves a full accounting.

Multiple speakers pressed the board to end or reexamine the county's contract with Flock Safety. One commenter said a Flock representative "claimed Flock does not sell data," then cited reporting that Flock had provided access to federal agencies and paused pilots only after exposure. Another commenter argued the system poses legal liabilities and privacy risks and urged a public workshop on surveillance, data sharing, retention, and oversight. Commenters referenced SB 54/SB 34 and other state law frameworks when describing concerns about compliance and transparency. Board members acknowledged the concerns and indicated staff and counsel would continue to review contract and legal issues.