August 18, 2026, City Council Meeting

The City Council meeting of Oxford, Ohio, held on August 18, 2026, included extensive public and council discussion regarding the city's contract with Flock Group Incorporated for automated license plate recognition (ALPR) cameras. The Police Community Relations and Review Commission (PCRC) recommended maintaining the contract with enhanced transparency, reduced data sharing, additional training, and monthly audits. However, many public speakers and some council members expressed strong concerns about privacy, data security, potential misuse, and constitutional issues related to the surveillance system. The council debated possible amendments to the contract restrictions and the option to terminate or suspend the contract, with no immediate final vote recorded. Additionally, the council approved several resolutions and ordinances, including a state capital grant for athletic field improvements at Community Park, a mural installation at 9009 South Main Street, a utility easement agreement with Duke Energy Ohio for installing level three electric vehicle fast chargers, and a supplemental budget ordinance for fiscal year 2026. The meeting also addressed parking changes related to Miami University construction projects and an annexation ordinance for land near Ambassador's Point Community Church.