Lebanon City Council 9/23/26

The Lebanon City Council meeting on September 23, 2026, included several ordinance approvals related to annexation agreements and zoning amendments, as well as the authorization of a property and casualty insurance contract with Tokyo Marine Houston Casualty Company at a cost of $290,873, reflecting a 12% reduction from previous costs. A significant portion of the meeting was devoted to public discussion and council deliberation regarding the city's use of Flock Safety automated license plate reader (ALPR) cameras. Citizens expressed concerns about privacy, data security, and the potential misuse of surveillance technology, urging the council to terminate the contract and avoid similar future agreements. Council members acknowledged these concerns, noted ongoing legal evaluations, and indicated that a final decision on the Flock contract would be considered at a future work session. The council emphasized the importance of balancing public safety with privacy rights and committed to further review before making a definitive procurement decision.