City of Chandler Study Session 5/18/2026

The City of Chandler, Arizona held a City Council Study Session on May 18, 2026, which included several recognitions and proclamations, such as National Public Works Week and community volunteer awards. The primary procurement-related discussion focused on the approval to merge and renew contracts with Flock Safety for license plate reader (LPR) cameras. The council reviewed the deployment of 40 LPR cameras across major thoroughfares and commercial corridors, emphasizing their role in public safety and crime resolution. Detailed discussions addressed data ownership, privacy, security measures, and inter-agency data sharing protocols. The city owns 100% of the data, with strict access controls and audits to prevent misuse. Council members raised concerns about potential misuse, data breaches, and the involvement of federal agencies like the U.S. Marshals and ICE, which city officials clarified do not have direct access to Chandler's data. The contract includes provisions preventing data sale and allows termination and indemnification to protect the city. The session highlighted the balance between leveraging technology for public safety and maintaining public trust and privacy.