The Ithaca Common Council voted March 4 to end its relationship with Flock Safety. Photo: Saga Communications/Joe Salzone/607 News Now
ITHACA, NY (607NewsNow) — Ithaca is canceling a contract with Flock Safety.
The Common Council agreed to cut ties with Flock over concerns about privacy and data sharing. Alderperson Patrick Kuehl spoke strongly in favor of the resolution.
Defense attorney and Alderperson Joseph Kirby says there’s been a lack of transparency from Flock
The resolution, which was introduced by Alderperson Robin Trumble, passed unanimously.
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