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License plate readers in Ferndale draw criticism, face city council vote


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Ferndale officials say automatic license plate readers from Flock Safety make the city safer. Residents are urging a ‘no’ vote on the technology, saying is poses significant risks to civil liberties. Ferndale City Council is expected to vote on a contract renewal in coming weeks.

Prasad Venugopal and Kathleen LaTosch are members of the Ferndale Inclusion Network. They joined Robyn Vincent on The Metro to discuss why they are urging the city council to vote no on the contract.

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