TO: Committee of the Whole - Public Safety and Human Services
FROM: Mayor Angela Birney
DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR CONTACT(S):
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Police |
Chief Darrell Lowe |
425-556-2521 |
DEPARTMENT STAFF:
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Police |
Brian Coats |
Deputy Chief |
TITLE:
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FLOCK Automated License Plate Reading (ALPR) Cameras
OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
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Police staff will present information to Council outlining the safeguards in place to prevent unauthorized access to Redmond’s ALPR data by outside entities, including federal immigration authorities.
Considering recent developments, Council will also have the opportunity to provide feedback and direction regarding the future of the ALPR program in Redmond.
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☐ Additional Background Information/Description of Proposal Attached
REQUESTED ACTION:
☐ Receive Information ☒ Provide Direction ☐ Approve
REQUEST RATIONALE:
• Relevant Plans/Policies:
RPD Policy 612 - Automated License Plate Readers
RPD Policy 341 - Public Safety Technology Data Governance
RCW 10.93.160 - Keep Washington Working Act
• Required:
N/A
• Council Request:
Council requested this agenda item at the 10/21/25 PSHS Committee of the Whole
• Other Key Facts:
N/A
OUTCOMES:
The Redmond Police Department developed a public FAQ to increase transparency and address community questions about Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) cameras. The FAQ clarifies how data is managed, who can access it, and what safeguards are in place.
Redmond operates 24 ALPR cameras, 21 grant-funded and three donated, positioned along primary routes and in areas with higher crime. The Police Department owns and controls all ALPR data, retained currently for 30 days and not shared nationally. Any external request must be reviewed and approved by the Police Chief to ensure compliance with Washington law and City policy.
Access is limited to approved law enforcement agencies with a legitimate investigative purpose. Internal and external audits confirm that no federal or out-of-state agencies have accessed Redmond’s data. Strict internal controls and Flock Safety’s built-in filters prevent unauthorized or prohibited use, ensuring compliance with the Keep Washington Working Act
COMMUNITY/STAKEHOLDER OUTREACH AND INVOLVEMENT:
• Timeline (previous or planned):
N/A
• Outreach Methods and Results:
N/A
• Feedback Summary:
N/A
BUDGET IMPACT:
Total Cost:
N/A
Approved in current biennial budget: ☐ Yes ☐ No ☒ N/A
Budget Offer Number:
N/A
Budget Priority:
Safe and Resilient
Other budget impacts or additional costs: ☐ Yes ☐ No ☒ N/A
If yes, explain:
N/A
Funding source(s):
$94,968.30 grant award from the Department of Commerce
$44,100.00 grant award from the Washington Auto Theft Prevention Authority
$7,500 from the General Fund
Budget/Funding Constraints:
N/A
☐ Additional budget details attached
COUNCIL REVIEW:
Previous Contact(s)
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Date |
Meeting |
Requested Action |
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10/21/2025 |
Committee of the Whole - Public Safety and Human Services |
Receive Information |
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11/3/2025 |
Special Meeting |
Provide Direction |
Proposed Upcoming Contact(s)
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Date |
Meeting |
Requested Action |
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11/18/2025 |
Business Meeting |
Provide Direction |
Time Constraints:
N/A
ANTICIPATED RESULT IF NOT APPROVED:
N/A
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment A: RPD Policy on Automated License Plate Readers
Attachment B: RPD Policy on Public Safety Technology Data Governance
Attachment C: Flock ALPR FAQ
Attachment D: Flock Safety Attestations
Attachment E: Flock Safety-Redmond MOU
Attachment F: Flock Safety Statement of Work