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CityCouncil | 2019-12-17 | 9 | Requested an ordinance be adopted; expressed concern over using facial recognition technology: Mokntar Mohamed. Councilmember Daysog inquired whether the facial recognition policy covers the use of video data captured by police worn body cameras. The Assistant City Manager responded the City has a separate public safety policy related to body camera footage; stated the current contract does not have facial recognition technology. The Police Chief stated the vendor for body worn cameras, Axon, does not offer facial recognition technology; facial framing technology, similar to a cellphone, is used for redaction purposes. Councilmember Daysog inquired whether the facial recognition technology is algorithm based and able to capture an abundance of data in real-time. The Assistant City Manager responded the policy is not specific to that level of detail; provided the definition of facial recognition technology. Discussed evidence of spying; states use policies make community members feel safe: Sameena Usman, Council on American-Islamic Relations. Councilmember Vella stated that she previously brought a referral for an ordinance relative to data collection and management; expressed support for going beyond a policy and enacting an ordinance; expressed concern about being tape recorded without knowledge; stated that she believes in the right to privacy and the Constitution; expressed concern for the propensity for abuse of various types of technology; discussed electronic forms of communication; expressed support for a data management ordinance, adopting privacy policy principles, an ordinance related to facial recognition and legally enforceable safeguards; stated policies can evolve; expressed concern about vendor policy changes; for citizens being unable to participate or speak with the City due to protections not being in place. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft stated that she is unaware of a reference to cellphone tapings in the policy; noted the Grand Jury report will be discussed at a later time. Councilmember Vella stated that she raises the reference in relation to privacy; technology can be used in a number of different ways. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether the policy refers to telephone recordings made on a cell phone. The City Attorney responded that with facial recognition, there is a cell phone use exemption; stated the data retention policy contains information about phone calls, not Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 7 December 17, 2019 | CityCouncil/2019-12-17.pdf |