Removal of CRA funding for FLOCK cameras
Summary
Following a state directive on cameras in DOT rights-of-way, the city is terminating the 41 cameras in state rights-of-way and getting a plan for the rest. Terminating everything now would cost about $337,000 — potentially halved after the removals — and commissioners made clear the police department's use of the system wasn't the problem.
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Last discussed Sep 8, 2026.
Impact analysis
Terminating now could cost up to $337,000, possibly about $168,500 after the right-of-way removals.
Residents concerned about surveillance and government overreach.
Police investigators who used the cameras to help solve crimes, and residents relying on the resulting clearance rates.
Mentions & discussions (4)
City Commission Meetings - Sep 8, 2026
Following a state directive on cameras in DOT rights-of-way, the city is terminating the 41 cameras in state rights-of-way and getting a plan for the rest. Terminating everything now would cost about $337,000 — potentially halved after the removals — and commissioners made clear the police department's use of the system wasn't the problem.
Panama City to shut down flock cameras
Panama City to shut down flock cameras WJHG
Community Redevelopment Board - Sep 1, 2026
The CRA had been paying for FLOCK license plate readers for five years. With FDOT ordering cameras off state rights-of-way and the sheriff pulling county roads out, the board voted to immediately stop CRA funding — the contract itself sits with the city commission, which must decide on termination and fees.
Public Workshop - Aug 3, 2026
Police leaders clarified how Flock cameras differ from speed cameras: only 11 staff can search the system, cameras capture vehicles not people, and access is audited. The department just earned its third Excelsior accreditation rating.
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