City Commission Regular Meeting 8-11-2026 Part 2

The City of Alamogordo held a regular City Commission meeting on August 11, 2026, during which a detailed discussion took place regarding the procurement and use of the Flock Safety license plate reader system. The police department explained the system's capabilities, data retention policies, and its role in aiding investigations, including examples of solved crimes and operational benefits. The procurement process was reviewed, noting that the contract was approved by the commission after a competitive process and due diligence, with the contract starting in late 2024. Questions were raised about system audits, data privacy, and misuse prevention. Additionally, the commission unanimously approved Resolution 2026-30 to support pausing the proposed demolition of the Sunspot Observatory, with demolition scheduled to begin in September 2026.