Flock cameras in Eugene may be turned off following a contentious city council work session on the police department’s use of automated license plate readers to solve local crimes.
Following a presentation from Eugene Police Chief Chris Skinner, the Eugene City Council voted Wednesday, Oct. 8, to recommend that Eugene City Manager Sarah Medary direct the Eugene Police Department to immediately shut off Flock cameras pending ongoing conversations among city officials about use of the technology, alternative options for service providers, and more.
Councilor Greg Evans, Ward 6, introduced the motion as an amendment to a motion filed by Eliza Kashinsky. It passed 8-0…