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Amarillo
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Surveillance Technology

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Last discussed Mar 10, 2026.

Public comments (5)

OpposedMisty CollierMar 10, 2026

She warned against government overreach with AI technology and surveillance, and stated that founding documents were based on scripture, but government should not interfere with faith.

City Council (Regular) - Mar 10, 2026 · 30:08 →
OpposedJason RodenMar 10, 2026

He spoke against surveillance technology, preferring community development, and echoed concerns about the Ten Commandments monument, citing historical reasons for distrust.

City Council (Regular) - Mar 10, 2026 · 39:54 →
OpposedLana SebergMar 10, 2026

She voiced opposition to increased surveillance, questioning the need for micromanagement and expressing fears of misuse, particularly against women.

City Council (Regular) - Mar 10, 2026 · 20:33 →
OpposedDeb BunsonMar 10, 2026

As a veteran, she questioned how surveillance cameras would affect all residents and expressed concerns about the Ten Commandments monument, stating Amarillo is not a Christian-only town and urging adherence to the Constitution.

City Council (Regular) - Mar 10, 2026 · 23:19 →
OpposedEmma FournierMar 10, 2026

She expressed concern about surveillance and the Ten Commandments monument, questioning historical significance and separation of church and state.

City Council (Regular) - Mar 10, 2026 · 41:50 →

News & external sources (10)

Amarillo TribuneSep 9, 2026

Amarillo’s Flock conversation is not over

Tim Reid, Amarillo City Councilmember for Place.1, and Don Tipps, councilmember for Place 2, during the Amarillo City Council meeting on Sept. 8, 2026. (Amarillo Tribune photo/ Phoebe Terry) " data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/amarillotribune.org/wp...

Amarillo TribuneSep 7, 2026

Need to know: Amarillo’s use of surveillance technology

A camera located at 10th Avenue and Georgia Street. (Amarillo Tribune photo/ Jo Early) " data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/amarillotribune.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/AAA0890-scaled.jpg?fit=780%2C520&ssl=1" /> If you are looking for basic informa...

Amarillo TribuneSep 4, 2026

Gov. Abbott ordered state agencies to pause funding Flock cameras; Amarillo City Council to review surveillance technology use

A camera located at 10th Avenue and Georgia Street. (Amarillo Tribune photo/ Jo Early) " data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/amarillotribune.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/AAA0890-scaled-1.webp?fit=780%2C519&ssl=1" /> Editor’s note: The full Amarillo ...

MyHighPlains (KAMR)Sep 1, 2026

City of Amarillo reviews Flock cameras amid funding pause

Amarillo city leaders are reviewing the use of Flock cameras and other surveillance technology as Governor Greg Abbott pauses state funding for license plate reading systems.

myhighplains.comSep 1, 2026

City of Amarillo reviews Flock cameras amid funding pause

City of Amarillo reviews Flock cameras amid funding pause myhighplains.com

MyHighPlains (KAMR)Aug 29, 2026

Abbott bars Texas agencies from funding Flock cameras

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (R) ordered all state agencies this week to halt funding for Flock cameras amid growing concerns nationwide about the misuse of the roadside camera network. The decision, which was communicated to state agencies on Thursday ev...

MyHighPlains (KAMR)Aug 16, 2026

Flock tries to quell surveillance fears as questions pile up

Flock Safety is facing a growing backlash across the country from communities and civil liberties advocates concerned over the surveillance technology company’s network of AI-powered license plate readers.

NewsChannel 10Aug 11, 2026

Amarillo City Council pauses purchase of Flock cameras to create policies on use

Amarillo City Council pauses purchase of Flock cameras to create policies on use NewsChannel 10

Amarillo TribuneJun 2, 2026

Amarillo’s 87 license plate readers help solve crimes, but a few Amarilloans wonder if the privacy risk is worth it

Amarillo’s 87 license plate readers help solve crimes, but a few Amarilloans wonder if the privacy risk is worth it Amarillo Tribune

KVIIApr 16, 2026

Homeland Security grant approval fuels debate over adding more cameras in Amarillo

Homeland Security grant approval fuels debate over adding more cameras in Amarillo KVII