Dunwoody City Council meeting for April 13, 2026

The Dunwoody City Council meeting on April 13, 2026, included extensive public commentary focused primarily on the city's contract with Flock Safety, a third-party surveillance company. Numerous residents expressed serious concerns about privacy, data security, and ethical issues related to Flock's surveillance technology, including unauthorized access to cameras and footage, especially in sensitive areas like the MJCC pool and gymnastics room. Despite public opposition, the council unanimously approved the Flock Master Services Agreement and related contracts, including the Flock OS 911 system and a drone first responder program. The council also discussed and approved several other procurement items, including awarding a design professional services contract for Homecoming Park to LD Blue Line, Inc., approving a $160,000 contract for project management services for the park, and considering rooftop solar projects on city-owned buildings with a selected vendor offering a rate agreement for solar energy purchase. Additionally, the council reviewed proposed charter amendments related to municipal judges, special districts, and budget timelines, and discussed infrastructure projects such as a sidewalk and road widening on Ridgeview Road. The meeting concluded with a motion to enter executive session for legal purposes.