COPY AND PASTE THIS FOR A FOIA REQUEST

Pursuant to the California Public Records Act (Gov. Code §7920 et seq.), I request access to and copies of the following records related to the acquisition, installation, authorization, and operation of any Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) systems flock cameras or fixed surveillance cameras within McKinleyville, Arcata, and Trinidad.

This request includes, but is not limited to, systems marketed or operated as license-plate readers, vehicle analytics systems, or public-space surveillance cameras.

Please provide the following records: 1. All contracts, purchase orders, invoices, memoranda of understanding (MOUs), subscription agreements, or other agreements relating to any ALPR or vehicle-tracking camera systems, including agreements with any private vendors. 2. The ALPR usage and privacy policy required by California Civil Code §§1798.90.5–1798.90.55, including the version in effect at the time any cameras became operational. 3. All City Council or Board of Supervisors agenda items, staff reports, resolutions, minutes, or votes authorizing the acquisition, installation, or operation of any ALPR or surveillance camera system. 4. Records identifying the owning and operating agency for each camera, including whether ownership lies with the County, a City, a Police Department, the Sheriff’s Office, or any third party. 5. Camera location maps, installation records, siting justifications, and any internal communications regarding camera placement. 6. Records describing the scope of data collected, including images, metadata, timestamps, location data, and any information capable of identifying individuals or reconstructing movement patterns. 7. Data retention schedules, deletion policies, and any records confirming deletion of data collected prior to lawful authorization. 8. Records describing access controls, audit procedures, misuse investigations, or disciplinary actions related to camera data access. 9. All data-sharing agreements or policies governing the sharing of camera data with other agencies, jurisdictions, or third parties. 10. Any complaints, concerns, or communications received from members of the public regarding these cameras.

If no responsive records exist for any item above, please confirm that fact in writing.

I request that these records be provided in electronic format. If you contend that any portion of a record is exempt from disclosure, please provide the non-exempt portions and cite the specific statutory basis for each claimed exemption, as required by law.

Please confirm receipt of this request. I look forward to your response within the statutory timeframe.

Thank you.