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'The response has been overwhelmingly opposed': Another Northern Kentucky city announces removal of Flock cameras
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Key Points:
- Independence, Kentucky, has announced the immediate removal of Flock license plate reader cameras following significant public opposition, despite the mayor's continued personal support for the technology.
- Mayor Chris Reinersman emphasized that while the cameras have proven effective for law enforcement and do not pose the privacy threats alleged on social media, the city's leadership must prioritize residents' concerns.
- Several city council members also opposed the continued use of the cameras, influencing the decision to discontinue the program.
- Independence joins other Northern Kentucky communities like Fort Mitchell and Newport, as well as Oxford, Ohio, in ending their Flock camera programs amid widespread public backlash.
- In response to privacy concerns, the company behind Flock cameras has announced changes, including shortening data retention from 30 days to seven and implementing mandatory misuse detection for all customers.
