D 7 Councilor Connect: APD presents on surveillance technology in Albuquerque | September 4, 2026

This was a public meeting held on September 4, 2026, featuring the Albuquerque Police Department (APD) presenting on the use of surveillance technology in the city, including cameras, license plate readers, drones, and gunshot detection systems. The APD detailed their Real Time Crime Center's (RTCC) operations, emphasizing the law enforcement purpose of their surveillance tools, data ownership, retention policies, and the exclusion of certain controversial technologies such as Flock cameras and facial recognition. The discussion included clarifications on data sharing with other agencies, drone usage policies, and security vulnerabilities. While no specific procurement contracts or budget allocations were announced, the presentation highlighted the department's use of leased and owned surveillance equipment, partnerships with businesses for camera access, and ongoing technology upgrades, indicating potential future procurement and technology investment considerations.