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How to Make Your Voice Heard
The most effective way to stop Flock is through organized community pressure on the Woodbury City Council. Here's what you need to do:
📅 Next City Council Meeting
Check woodburymn.gov or call Woodbury City Hall for meeting dates and times. Meetings are usually monthly and open to the public.
Next step: Visit woodburymn.gov for exact meeting dates and how to register to speak.
✅ Action Checklist
💬 How to Speak at City Council
Public Comment Basics:
- Time limit: Usually 3-5 minutes. Check the agenda to confirm.
- What to say: State your name, address, and your opposition to Flock. Use the talking points from the toolkit.
- Be respectful: Address council members directly. Stay calm and professional.
- Bring copies: Print the one-pager and distribute to council members if possible.
- Bring supporters: The more residents who speak, the more impact. Encourage others to attend.
Registration:
Most cities require advance registration to speak at council meetings. Call Woodbury City Hall or check the council agenda online to see how to register.
📋 FOIA Request Status
To hold city government accountable, we need transparency about Flock contracts, data sharing agreements, and any existing surveillance infrastructure.
Request: Copies of any contracts between Woodbury and Flock Safety, including terms, costs, and data sharing agreements.
Request: List of any ALPR cameras currently deployed in Woodbury, their locations, and which agencies have access to the data.
Request: Copies of any city policies on surveillance technology procurement, data retention, and public oversight.
Want to file your own FOIA request? See the resources page for instructions
📞 Contact Your City Council
Email or call city council members directly with your concerns:
- Woodbury City Hall: Contact through woodburymn.gov
- Mayor & Council Members: Find contact info on the city website
- Police Chief: Let them know you want community-based safety, not surveillance
Send this message: "I am a Woodbury resident and I urge you to reject Flock Safety cameras. Mass surveillance threatens privacy and civil liberties. Please prioritize community policing and local control over surveillance technology."
🎯 Coalition Opportunities
We're stronger together. Connect with community organizations fighting for privacy and local control:
- NAACP Minnesota
- Local civil liberties groups
- Immigrant advocacy organizations
- Community-based nonprofits
📊 Meeting Outcome Tracker
After each city council meeting, we'll update this page with:
- Who spoke and what they said
- Council members' responses
- Any votes or decisions made
- Next steps
Current Status: No Flock decision made yet. Council is still considering options. Keep the pressure on.