Full Board || September 9, 2026 HD 720p

The Columbia County Board of Supervisors held a full board meeting on September 9, 2026, which included discussions on several resolutions and proclamations, notably recognizing the 25th anniversary of 9/11 and the Oxford House of Columbia County for supporting individuals in recovery. A significant portion of the meeting was devoted to a public safety discussion regarding the procurement and use of Flock safety cameras by the sheriff's office. The sheriff explained the grant-funded purchase of these license plate reader cameras, addressing concerns about data privacy, security, and misuse. The board acknowledged the need for community conversations on the technology and discussed potential legislative efforts to regulate data collection and usage. Public comments reflected a wide range of opinions, with many expressing privacy concerns and distrust of surveillance technology and its vendors. No new contracts or procurement awards were announced, but the discussion highlighted ongoing oversight and policy considerations related to law enforcement technology acquisitions and data governance.