Summary
The board denied Robert Link's appeal over Flock camera records, with counsel saying the records don't exist or are security-exempt. Link argued the county's denial misstated its own contract, which says the county owns the data, and urged terminating the Flock contract.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 4
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Aug 19, 2026.
Impact analysis
Up to $90,000 combined for camera renewals, partially grant-funded.
The county avoids potential litigation risk counsel identified, per its position.
The requester is denied access to Flock-related records and may pursue litigation.
Mentions & discussions (4)
Board of County Commissioners — August 19, 2026
An Atlas Township resident demanded the county cancel its Flock Safety contract, citing a national movement of 100 cities dropping the AI-powered surveillance cameras.
Board of County Commissioners — April 15, 2026
The board denied Robert Link's appeal over Flock camera records, with counsel saying the records don't exist or are security-exempt. Link argued the county's denial misstated its own contract, which says the county owns the data, and urged terminating the Flock contract.
Board of County Commissioners — March 18, 2026
Residents packed the microphone opposing Flock's renewal, citing privacy and ICE fears. The board renewed funding 5-4 but added a judicial-warrant requirement for federal access, with an emergency exception — opponents called it unenforceable theater; supporters called it a necessary safeguard.
Board of County Commissioners — January 28, 2026
A resident appealed the denial of a request for Flock camera footage from a specific date and time. The county denied the appeal because it never downloaded any images — Flock owns the cloud database and deletes footage after 30 days.
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