# Public Safety Committee Meeting 09/16/2026

The Chautauqua County Public Safety Committee met on September 16, 2026, to discuss several procurement and budget-related matters. Key procurement topics included the authorization of capital projects totaling approximately $3.3 million, primarily for sheriff's office facilities and public facilities, with bond issuance planned to fund these projects. The committee also approved budget amendments for the Sheriff's Office wireless 911 system, reflecting increased software and fiber line costs. Multiple grant acceptances were authorized, including federal victim assistance funding of about $90,784 annually for 2026-2028, a state grant supporting dispatcher salaries totaling $353,564, a Governor's Traffic Safety Committee grant for 2027, and a $13,000 Norfolk Southern Safety First grant for EMS equipment. Additionally, the committee approved standardizing Cummins brand generators at 911 tower sites. A significant discussion focused on the county's contract with Flock Safety for surveillance cameras, addressing concerns about transparency, data retention, privacy, and community oversight. The district attorney explained the procurement process, contract terms, and operational use of the Flock Safety system, emphasizing law enforcement access controls and the potential benefits for public safety investigations. The committee considered proposals for increased community involvement in approving camera installations and ongoing monitoring of the program. No motions to terminate the contract were made, but the committee acknowledged the need for continued evaluation and possible contract adjustments.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Public Safety, Information Technology
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure, Grants & Funding
**Published:** September 16, 2026

### Sources
- [Public Safety Committee Meeting 09/16/2026](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ny1C7s16_t8) - Chautauqua County Government