# Cities Reassess Flock Camera Contracts

Local governments are reassessing Flock camera deployments and related rules. Arlington heard criticism at a town hall, Excelsior Springs removed 15 cameras, and Pflugerville passed a SAFE Act. The report also mentions a Joliet personnel matter, which is separate from the camera procurement developments. No contract values, solicitation details, or procurement contacts are provided. For procurement teams and contractors, these actions signal that public scrutiny and local policy changes can affect the continuation and terms of municipal camera contracts.

- Municipal buyers should account for public feedback and applicable local rules when evaluating camera procurements and contract terms.
- Contractors serving these markets should recognize that deployments may face removal or changed conditions; the signal provides no details on termination terms or replacement procurements.
- Excelsior Springs’ removal of 15 cameras and Pflugerville’s SAFE Act are specific developments for stakeholders working with those cities to assess.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Public Safety
**Topics:** Policy
**Published:** October 29, 2026

### Government Entities
- City of Arlington
- City of Excelsior Springs
- City of Pflugerville

### Vendors
- Flock (Camera contractor; specific contract role not stated)

### Sources
- [Cities keep ending Flock contracts and writing new rules. Arlington heard criticism at a town hall, Excelsior Springs bagged fifteen cameras, Pflugerville passed a SAFE Act, and Joliet reinstated pay for a lieutenant charged with misuse. https://t.co/HLWNUSY4Zh](https://x.com/ProudTexPatriot/status/2115939000750092616) - twitter-sled