Cleveland weighs switching from Flock to Axon for license plate reader tech

Cleveland officials have proposed replacing Flock with Axon as the city’s automated license plate reader vendor. The Department of Public Safety introduced an emergency ordinance Monday, reviving debate over surveillance technology at City Council. Public Safety Committee chair Mike Polensek said council members have limited information about the proposal, including no dollar amounts, and need to examine Axon’s track record and any controversies before deciding. The mayor’s office supports the proposed vendor change.