# Alameda County Extends Flock Safety Contract | Oakland News

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Podcast: [Oakland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/oakland-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7561175)
Published: 2026-07-01T13:56:48+00:00
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## Resource

Alameda County just voted to extend its contract with Flock Safety for another year, despite lingering concerns over data privacy and surveillance. With a 3-2 split, supervisors who supported the extension argue safeguards are sufficient and the tech is vital for catching criminals — while opponents remain wary, citing past trust issues and the company’s controversial data practices. The extension is temporary, giving the Sheriff’s Office time to evaluate alternatives and craft a new, stronger privacy-focused contract by next year — setting the stage for a much-needed overhaul of how automated surveillance is managed. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/26cc4c85efb2c57f

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