Title
Discuss and consider action to approve Master Services Agreement between Flock Group, Inc. and the City of Pflugerville for the lease of Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Cameras and licensing in the amount of $87,500 per year.
Summary
The City of Pflugerville Police Department has utilized Flock ALPR cameras since 2022 to assist the police department in solving crimes and keeping our community safe. The cameras are strategically located in key areas throughout the city and capture images of vehicle license plates. Flock does not track people, and we do not use facial recognition through this contract. In addition, we do not use these resources for immigration enforcement or any other purpose outside of lawful public safety work.
This technology helps officers identify vehicles involved in serious crimes, including burglaries, stolen vehicles, abductions, and violent offenses. Flock has already played an important role in helping recover stolen property, seize illegal firearms, locate wanted suspects, and resolve cases more quickly.
All data collected through the City’s Flock system is owned by the City and retained for 30 days before it is automatically deleted unless preserved as evidence in a criminal investigation. Under the proposed contract no City data is used for AI learning or retained by Flock after the 30 day retention period for Flock’s usage. Only authorized police personnel can access the system, and all uses and searches are logged and subject to a regular audit to ensure we’re using the system appropriately. The City’s agreement with Flock includes strict privacy, security, and data handling requirements to ensure responsible use, both internally and with our partner agencies.
This tool provides our officers accurate, time-sensitive information that allows us to respond more effectively, solve crimes faster, and enhance safety for everyone in Pflugerville. Renewing this contract will allow our personnel to continue using technology that helps keep our community safe while supporting transparency, accountability, and public trust in effective policing with our community.
Prior City Council Action
On November 24, 2020, City Council authorized the City to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding between Flock Group, Inc (Flock Safety) and the City of Pflugerville for access to Flock’s ALPR technology platform (the Flock Service) for investigative purposes.
On January 26, 2021, City Council authorized the City Manager to apply for, and accept if awarded, a Department of Justice Project Safe Neighborhood Grant for the purchase and implementation of the ALPR program.
On April 26, 2022, City Council authorized the City Manager to apply for, and accept if awarded, a Department of Justice Project Safe Neighborhood Grant for the expansion of the ALPR program.
On April 11, 2023, City Council authorized the City Manager to apply for, and accept if awarded, a Department of Justice Project Safe Neighborhood Grant for the continued operation of the ALPR program for 2024.
On March 26, 2024, City Council authorized the City Manager to apply for, and accept if awarded, a Department of Justice Project Safe Neighborhood Grant for the continued operation of the ALPR program for fiscal year 2025.
Deadline for City Council Action
August 11, 2026
Funding Expected: Revenue __ Expenditure _X_ N/A __
Budgeted Item: Yes _X_ No __ N/A __
Budget Source: General Fund
Budgeted Amount: $86,000
Amount: $87,500
1295 Form Required? Yes _X_ No __
Legal Review Required: N/A __ Required _X_ Date Completed: 7/31/2026
Supporting documents attached:
Master Services Agreement (MSA)
Flock Quote
Recommended Action
Staff recommends authorizing the City Manager to approve the MSA service contract of 28 Flock Falcon Cameras and licensing from Flock Safety in the amount of $87,500 using and authorizing the City Manager to execute the same.