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Renton Cameras Offline Amid Privacy Debate | Seattle News
Renton’s controversial Flock cameras are still offline as city officials scramble to renegotiate their contract before it expires in November, amid heated debate over privacy and public safety. Police say the tech is vital for tracking cross-border criminals, while critics fear unchecked surveillance. A virtual town hall on August 27th at 6 PM will offer a chance to hear how the system works, what privacy safeguards exist — including state-bound data limits and city ownership — and to voice concerns. With protests demanding the cameras be scrapped and lingering questions about data retention…
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