Imagine living in a place where every movement is tracked, not just by your phone or computer, but by cameras strategically placed to follow your every move, step, and choice. This isn't just a dystopian fear—it’s our reality here in Garden City, Michigan, where Flock cameras have been installed under the guise of security. These cameras capture license plates, monitor who comes and goes, and store this data that police and other authorities can access. You might think, "Well, I have nothing to hide." But let's consider the potential for misuse. Our neighboring cities, Westland and Eastpoint, have already recognized the dangers. They've cancelled their contracts due to documented instances of police overreach and misuse of this technology. What is stopping Garden City from experiencing the same? This technology gives significant surveillance power to police forces and city officials, raising legitimate concerns about privacy violations, racial profiling, and unnecessary invasions of personal freedom. Community safety should never come at the expense of individual liberties. Statistics show that while these cameras are touted for improving safety, they disproportionately cause unnecessary trauma without directly correlating to reduced crime rates. Let’s be proactive in our community, advocating for alternative, more humane approaches to safety that don’t compromise our right to privacy. Let’s follow the smart decisions of cities like Westland and Eastpoint. It’s time for Garden City to end its reliance on Flock cameras and seek community-focused safety solutions—ones that involve, respect, and protect every resident without turning us into mere data points. Join us in urging the City Council of Garden City, Michigan, to refrain from renewing any contracts with Flock camera technology providers and to remove the existing cameras. Our city should prioritize transparent, accountable, and inclusive methods to keep our neighborhoods safe, not an invasive surveillance state. Sign this petition to voice your concern and demand action for a safer, respectful, and privacy-respecting Garden City!