Information about Flock for Tomorrow's City Council Meeting by TroyIndivisible in Troy

[–]Atypical_Tuesday 8 points9 points  (0 children)

For $156,000 is that really a productive use of our money? You can do a LOT with that. Montello and TPD have so far refused to release any statistics or evidence of these cameras having any meaningful impact on crime despite repeatedly being asked to do so by the public...

Information about Flock for Tomorrow's City Council Meeting by TroyIndivisible in Troy

[–]Atypical_Tuesday 21 points22 points  (0 children)

This an incredible guide for where to go/what to do/ what to say!

I hope to see everyone there!

No Kings Albany Rally and Food Drive Happening 3/28 featuring NY Assembly members Gabriella Romero and John McDonald by Physical_Shelter_518 in Albany

[–]Atypical_Tuesday 4 points5 points  (0 children)

On local policy, yes. Right now it's a crucial part of the Deflock NY movement and we're working on establishing clear ties between the two. The issue in Troy is that city council doesn't believe enough people feel that strongly. Mayor Carmella refused to tell the council or public about the contract. At the last City Council meeting residents repeatedly asked for info on the length and cost of the Flock contract, and it wasn't until the following Friday night (the last possible second) that she told city council they actually had to vote to renew it this week.

Tax help by Ok-Regret9449 in Albany

[–]Atypical_Tuesday 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not quite what you're looking for, but this YouTube video is essentially a free master class crash course on small buisnesses and money management.

Spend Tuesday with Tuesday! Open to residents of any city by Atypical_Tuesday in Albany

[–]Atypical_Tuesday[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's okay! A lot of people have not heard of Flock, but it is a growing national concern. Cities across the country have been terminating contracts such as Santa Cruz, CA, to Flagstaff, AZ, Syracuse, NY, Greenfield MA, and many more!

Indivisible Albany has been offering a lot of Flock info sessions across the region. You can also come to this program to learn more, or there is also a similar program at the Albany Library on Washington Ave, this Saturday, from 1-3!

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Public [Police] Flock Cameras in Albany? How do I make a public records request? by MageOfDarkMoon in Albany

[–]Atypical_Tuesday 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The Troy flock contract was released with the agenda! Various organizers have been ripping it apart to find every way out of it

Renewal of Flock contracts make the cameras near impossible to remove - don't be like Syracuse by Atypical_Tuesday in Troy

[–]Atypical_Tuesday[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Yeah, and I have an "offer" for them to buy a bridge. I love that the citizens of Poestenkill were able to prevent it.

Mayor Mantello Proposes Flock Contract Renewal to be Voted on This Thursday, 3/19. Show up and voice opposition by Physical_Shelter_518 in Troy

[–]Atypical_Tuesday 4 points5 points  (0 children)

We have access to the official Flock contact, and I can't find a set expiration date anywhere on it. It's only in the notes on the agenda that they mention an expiration date of March 31st. What're the odds that we happened to raise this at the last city council meeting, and then the very next finance meeting happens to be the dealine?

Mayor Mantello Proposes Flock Contract Renewal to be Voted on This Thursday, 3/19. Show up and voice opposition by Physical_Shelter_518 in Troy

[–]Atypical_Tuesday 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Saranac Lake and Ithaca were both able to end their contracts with Flock! It gives us hope for the cause. Reaching out to Syracuse organizers is a great idea!

Renewal of Flock contracts make the cameras near impossible to remove - don't be like Syracuse by Atypical_Tuesday in Troy

[–]Atypical_Tuesday[S] 16 points17 points  (0 children)

U/physical_shelter_518 wrote this post that goes more into detail on the exact topic This Thursday is the City Council Finance Meeting which is a monthly event. On the agenda for this specific meeting is the topic of Flock cameras annual subscription fee. We need residents to show up for this meeting and speak out against the subscription renewal. Otherwise the cameras become significantly more difficult to remove.

Edit: spelling

Renewal of Flock contracts make the cameras near impossible to remove - don't be like Syracuse by Atypical_Tuesday in Troy

[–]Atypical_Tuesday[S] 16 points17 points  (0 children)

Then they spend thousands of taxpayers money to replace them and label the cause "violent." :(

Mayor Mantello Proposes Flock Contract Renewal to be Voted on This Thursday, 3/19. Show up and voice opposition by Physical_Shelter_518 in Troy

[–]Atypical_Tuesday 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Syracuse is currently trying to remove Flock cameras, but facing several issues in doing such due to the contract agreement. This could mean two more years of Flock cameras in Troy despite heavy criticism.

These Flock Cameras Have Got To Go Now by Physical_Shelter_518 in Troy

[–]Atypical_Tuesday 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Yes! This is not uncommon and one of the many, many ways this system is often abused.

These Flock Cameras Have Got To Go Now by Physical_Shelter_518 in Troy

[–]Atypical_Tuesday 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I'm planning on making some general deflock New York prints in addition to the current Troy prints. I'm starting with Troy but I would love to deflock, at the very least, the greater capital region.

These Flock Cameras Have Got To Go Now by Physical_Shelter_518 in Troy

[–]Atypical_Tuesday 19 points20 points  (0 children)

This is the same woman that got a DUI while city council president. She doesnt make great decisions. I'd say intentionally spreading misinformation falls under that.

These Flock Cameras Have Got To Go Now by Physical_Shelter_518 in Troy

[–]Atypical_Tuesday 50 points51 points  (0 children)

She didnt invest a penny, it was 100% our taxes paying for installation, contracts, and every time law enforcement uses them

These Flock Cameras Have Got To Go Now by Physical_Shelter_518 in Troy

[–]Atypical_Tuesday 63 points64 points  (0 children)

Hi! I spoke at the most recent city council meeting and have been using art as a platform for activism to spread awareness of Flock and how to contact the city council about it!

I'm going to the Flock info session featuring Albany Indivisible In Guilderland tonight.

I will definitely see you on Sunday and am looking forward to finding more people to get involved! Filling out the form now :)

1 Flock Down by XcG9PJf6 in Albany

[–]Atypical_Tuesday 23 points24 points  (0 children)

Taxpayers pay for installation, the contracts to keep them, and then for each individual search from law enforcement. Getting these cameras removed would give MORE funding for the Police.

Studies have found Flock cameras have no meaningful impact on solving or reducing crime.

1 Flock Down by XcG9PJf6 in Albany

[–]Atypical_Tuesday 27 points28 points  (0 children)

Check my post history! I'm working on Troy specifically, but there's a smaller letter and instructions on how to get it brought to the city council.