Millcreek Township is addressing concerns about Flock Safety cameras at the Millcreek Mall.
These automated license plate readers are privately owned and installed by the mall’s property owner—not the township.
Officials clarified that the township didn’t pay for the cameras or control their use. However, an agreement allows Millcreek Police to access camera data for legitimate criminal investigations.
Supervisor Jim Bock emphasized the cameras would exist regardless of the agreement, which simply provides police access when necessary.
The Township emphasizes that, “any access to camera data is limited to authorized law enforcement personnel and is governed by applicable law, policy, and safeguards. The technology is intended to assist with investigations involving vehicle-related incidents and timesensitive cases—not routine surveillance.”
Federal courts, including in Schmidt v. City of Norfolk, have upheld the constitutional use of such technology when safeguards are in place.
Millcreek officials encourage residents to attend public meetings or reach out with questions.