ORANGE, CT — Orange's Board of Selectmen voted unanimously on Wednesday to authorize a notice of nonrenewal for the town's Flock Safety contract. The Stamford Advocate reported the vote in a story summarized in Patch's Nov. 6 newsletter. The cameras currently operate on Marsh Hill Road. The town plans to send the notice before the Dec. 22 deadline.
Residents' concerns about surveillance, data use and transparency have shaped the debate for months, Patch AM reported. At the November meeting, one resident addressed the board, compared with roughly a dozen at the August meeting, Hearst Connecticut Media reported. First Selectman Jim Zeoli said the town will continue to pursue possibilities despite the planned nonrenewal.
The Board Paused the Flock Agreement in August
The latest vote follows an earlier decision. On Aug. 12, the board voted to pause the town's use of Flock camera technology and authorized First Selectman James Zeoli to consult town counsel about protecting the town's interests. Selectmen Mitchell Goldblatt, Judy Smith, John Carangelo and William Kraut voted for the pause, while PJ Shanley voted against it, according to the meeting minutes. The minutes do not record Zeoli's vote.
Residents including Doug Moquet, Gabe Martinez and Liz Nucifora spoke in favor of removing the cameras or against their use. Frank Esposito said he had mixed feelings and believed law enforcement should use the technology only with a warrant.