Surveillance Advisory Board | 09-17-2026 | City of Vallejo

The City of Vallejo Surveillance Advisory Board convened on September 17, 2026, to discuss various surveillance technologies used by the police department, including drones, cell site simulators, license plate readers (ALPRs), and mobile camera systems. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the potential rescission of the city's contract with Flock Safety, a vendor providing ALPR technology. Community members and advocacy groups expressed concerns about privacy, data security, false positives, and the impact on minority communities, urging the board to recommend contract termination. The board discussed the need for comprehensive audit policies and procedures to evaluate surveillance technology use and security, emphasizing transparency and public reporting. They voted to agendize a future discussion on the potential rescission of Flock Safety agreements, including legal, operational, and financial considerations. Additionally, the board addressed the possibility of citizen volunteers supporting police department staff, ultimately voting against moving forward with that proposal due to confidentiality and conflict of interest concerns. The meeting also included updates on ongoing audit plan development and community engagement initiatives.