On the agenda: Groton Survey-Results.pdf — license plate reader (Sep 22)

The Role of Technology in Groton's Public Safety

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Somewhat familiar,
Comments?:
There is a lot in the news nationally about this subject

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Use of federal, state and local government to track ordinary citizens (or anybody) for any reason they want.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Tracking a criminal obviously should be the goal. It is clearly not being used only for this purpose.

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Q6

News coverage of this system in other towns,

What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
apply.

Information from town meetings or the working group,
Conversations with neighbors or friends,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
Big Brother is now watching us, ordinary citizens. The main
goal of finding criminals is not enough reason to continue
with this policy.

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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Q8
How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

Comment:
32 years.

65+

Your Age Range
Q10
Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Other (please specify):
East Groton

Resident

Relationship to Town

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Q1

Somewhat familiar,
Comments?:
Not happy with what I am reading

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar,

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

Comments?:
Would prefer they not be used

They capture still images

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
The data are or can be shared, there is no federal regulation (and none to be expected with the current Congress), and it turns our
community into a surveillance state

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
I do not have hopes of benefit for anything that leads to a police state

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Q6

News coverage of this system in other towns,

What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
apply.

General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)

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Q7

SurveyMonkey

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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Q8

11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

65+

Your Age Range
Q10

Groton Center

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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75.135.122.191

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Q1

Somewhat familiar

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They capture still images

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Orwellian dystopia.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
That it is outlawed.

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Q6
What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
apply.

SurveyMonkey

General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
In the wrong hands this is an authoritarian wet dream. It has
already been misused and helping ‘safety’ is an excuse
from the fear uncertainty and doubt branch of Nazi-inspired
propaganda.

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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Q8

11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

45-54

Your Age Range
Q10

Groton Center

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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Q1

Not familiar at all

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

I don't know

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Sharing of this info without the subject’s permission.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
That it not be misused.

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Q6

News coverage of this system in other towns,

What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
apply.

Information from town meetings or the working group,
Conversations with neighbors or friends,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)

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Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

SurveyMonkey

Strongly held based upon gut feel or preconcieved
notions

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Q8

30+ years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

65+

Your Age Range
Q10

North Groton

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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73.238.79.194

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Q1

Somewhat familiar,
Comments?:
Have started to do some research as a member of the

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?

Police Camera Working Group

Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Misuse of the data at a National Level.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
This will aid our lawenforcement officials keep Groton a safe community.

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Q6

Information from town meetings or the working group

What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
apply.

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Q7

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Loosely held belief

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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Q8

30+ years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

65+

Your Age Range
Q10

Groton Center

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11
Relationship to Town

Other (please specify):
resident and business owner

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Q1

Somewhat familiar

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
The more government gets into my life, the more I don't trust them.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
None

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Q6

News coverage of this system in other towns,

What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
apply.

General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)

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Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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Q8

30+ years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

65+

Your Age Range
Q10

Prefer not to answer

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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Q1

Well Versed

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Loss of personal privacy (esp. via network effects), abuse of data by people with access, sharing of information to Federal and other
municipal/state authorities for uses that violate people’s privacy rights and/or advance a political agenda.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Not much, really.

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Q6

News coverage of this system in other towns,

What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
apply.

Information from town meetings or the working group,
Conversations with neighbors or friends,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)

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Q7

SurveyMonkey

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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Q8

30+ years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

65+

Your Age Range
Q10

Prefer not to answer

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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Well Versed

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Well Versed

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates
,
Comments?:
Who knows? We only get what we ask for. What flock
records is unknown

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Flock collecting piles of surveillance info

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Take it down

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Q6
What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
apply.

SurveyMonkey

Personal experience with crime or safety issues in
Groton
,
News coverage of this system in other towns,
Information from town meetings or the working group,
Conversations with neighbors or friends,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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Q8

30+ years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

55-64

Your Age Range
Q10
Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Other (please specify):
The lake

Resident

Relationship to Town

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108.49.57.109

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Q1

Somewhat familiar,
Comments?:
Have read about other towns and their use of this tech

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They capture still images

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Our town is small. We don’t have the crime that requires cctv or tech coverage. It’s too much of a temptation to be used for other uses
huge invasion of privacy.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Don’t want this technology in our town. Take them down. Use the funds for town services such as ems and fire

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What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
apply.

SurveyMonkey

Personal experience with crime or safety issues in
Groton
,
News coverage of this system in other towns,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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Q8

30+ years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

65+

Your Age Range
Q10

Groton Center

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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Well Versed

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Well Versed

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
No concern with the technology. SLIGHT concern with abuse by people that have access to the data but I think this is manageable by
the people deploying the tools and with software and license modifications.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Data has proven that this is valuable technology. I think too many people are paranoid about big brother watching. Spend your time
and energy on more valuable endeavors and let technology help law enforcement............with the correct guidelines and punishment
for abusing the privileges or privacy of citizens.

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Q6
What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
apply.

SurveyMonkey

Personal experience with crime or safety issues in
Groton
,
News coverage of this system in other towns,
Information from town meetings or the working group,
Conversations with neighbors or friends,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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Q8

30+ years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

45-54

Your Age Range
Q10

Four Corners

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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108.49.19.23

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Somewhat familiar

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Overreach of state in monitoring and enforcing executive orders and not laws. Abuse of data.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Tracking known criminals.

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What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
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General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)

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Q7

SurveyMonkey

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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Q8

11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

55-64

Your Age Range
Q10

West Groton

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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73.4.145.47

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Somewhat familiar

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Abuse / use outside the stated rules and protections

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Catch serious criminals quickly, assist with amber and silver alerts

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News coverage of this system in other towns,

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General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)

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Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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Q8

11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

65+

Your Age Range
Q10
Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Other (please specify):
East groton

Resident

Relationship to Town

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54.224.119.132

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Q1

Somewhat familiar

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Not familiar at all

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

Respondent skipped this question

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if
any?
Q5

Respondent skipped this question

What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this
technology?

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Q6

News coverage of this system in other towns

What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
apply.
Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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Q8

30+ years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

65+

Your Age Range
Q10

North Groton

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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173.76.175.174

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Well Versed

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Well Versed

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Tracking of citizens and holding of that information for an indeterminate amount of time accessible by unknown parties. It can be used
to target individuals in both threatening ways (stalking, theiving, etc.) and non-threatening ways (targeted advertising by means of
location, time of day, mood, etc)

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
None

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Q6

News coverage of this system in other towns,

What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
apply.

Information from town meetings or the working group,
Conversations with neighbors or friends,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
I have a Masters degree in Computer Science and
Technology with deep knowledge of the internal
mechanisms and capabilities of AI and Vision Learning.

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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Q8

6-10 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

35-44

Your Age Range
Q10

Four Corners

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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Well Versed

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
These cameras were installed without letting the citizens of the town be notified or allowed to have a say in wanting these cameras
installed for the town. The data that these cameras are recording are being stored on third party storage systems and they can easily
access the data and/or sell that information to another company without your knowledge.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
If the cameras are owned and controlled locally by the town and a third party company is not involved, then that's fine to store data
from the cameras. Third party companies should not get involved with the town.

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What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
apply.

SurveyMonkey

Personal experience with crime or safety issues in
Groton
,
News coverage of this system in other towns,
Conversations with neighbors or friends,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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Q8

1 - 5 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

35-44

Your Age Range
Q10

Four Corners

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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Somewhat familiar,
Comments?:
learned all that I do know at town meeting

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar,

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

Comments?:
learned all that I do know at town meeting

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
That the data will fall into the wrong hand and/or be misused, as it has in other communities.

Q5

Respondent skipped this question

What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this
technology?

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News coverage of this system in other towns,

What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
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Information from town meetings or the working group,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)

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SurveyMonkey

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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Q8

30+ years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

Prefer not to answer

Your Age Range
Q10
Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Other (please specify):
East Groton? Near the PO and country club

Resident

Relationship to Town

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#17
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Friday, August 28, 2026 10:01:20 PM
Friday, August 28, 2026 10:06:37 PM
00:05:17
72.93.222.83

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Q1

Somewhat familiar

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

I don't know

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
I have serious privacy concerns. The company, Flock, shares data from camera with ICE.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
There is no benefit with a camera from Flock. They are unconcerned with privacy

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Q6

News coverage of this system in other towns,

What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
apply.

Information from town meetings or the working group,
Conversations with neighbors or friends,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
The town was very clear that we do not want this camera.
The town government ignored the vote by the town. This is
just wrong.

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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Q8

30+ years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

55-64

Your Age Range
Q10

Prefer not to answer

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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#18
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Friday, August 28, 2026 10:11:10 PM
Friday, August 28, 2026 10:16:16 PM
00:05:05
108.20.56.167

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Q1

Somewhat familiar

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Well Versed

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They capture still images

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
How the data is retained, used and shared with non-local entities

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
The technology should be used for specific law enforcement investigations only and deleted completely from all databases after a
specified period of time period

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Q6

News coverage of this system in other towns,

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apply.

Information from town meetings or the working group,
Conversations with neighbors or friends,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)

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SurveyMonkey

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

Page 3
Q8

11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

55-64

Your Age Range
Q10
Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Other (please specify):
East groton

Resident

Relationship to Town

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#19
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Friday, August 28, 2026 10:40:54 PM
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00:05:16
108.49.197.134

Page 1
Q1

Well Versed

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Well Versed

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates
,

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

Comments?:
Depends on camera type. Reader or video

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Privacy

Q5

Respondent skipped this question

What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this
technology?

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Q6

News coverage of this system in other towns,

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apply.

Information from town meetings or the working group,
Conversations with neighbors or friends,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)

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Q7

SurveyMonkey

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

Page 3
Q8

11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

45-54

Your Age Range
Q10

Prefer not to answer

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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#20
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Friday, August 28, 2026 11:02:19 PM
Friday, August 28, 2026 11:06:15 PM
00:03:55
108.7.40.68

Page 1
Q1

Well Versed

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Well Versed

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They capture still images

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Privacy rights, protecting immigrants, protecting women seeking healthcare, protecting people from other jurisdictions that have
discriminatory laws or practices, how government is always too slow to regulate and protect citizens from new technology (because
too often they don't fully understand it)

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
There is no benefit that outweighs the cost

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Q6

News coverage of this system in other towns,

What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
apply.

Information from town meetings or the working group,
Conversations with neighbors or friends,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

Page 3
Q8

1 - 5 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

45-54

Your Age Range
Q10

West Groton

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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#21
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Friday, August 28, 2026 11:09:56 PM
Friday, August 28, 2026 11:14:20 PM
00:04:24
24.179.124.15

Page 1
Q1

Well Versed

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Well Versed

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Stalking

Q5

Respondent skipped this question

What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this
technology?

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apply.

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government (not specific to this system)

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Q7

SurveyMonkey

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

Page 3
Q8

30+ years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

65+

Your Age Range
Q10

Prefer not to answer

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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#22
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Friday, August 28, 2026 11:19:21 PM
Friday, August 28, 2026 11:28:02 PM
00:08:41
24.179.124.15

Page 1
Q1

Somewhat familiar

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates
,
Comments?:
I am all for taking videos and photos.

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Abuse of power. Targeting of personal or political enemies.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Being able to solve actual crimes.

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Q6

News coverage of this system in other towns,

What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
apply.

Any Comments?:
There have been abuses of power in other towns. I am all
for having cameras, but not databases to stalk innocent
people.

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Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

SurveyMonkey

Strongly held based upon gut feel or preconcieved
notions

Page 3
Q8

30+ years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

45-54

Your Age Range
Q10

Prefer not to answer

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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#23
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Friday, August 28, 2026 11:27:35 PM
Friday, August 28, 2026 11:30:03 PM
00:02:28
108.49.197.134

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Q1

Somewhat familiar

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Privacy and misuse of data

Q5

Respondent skipped this question

What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this
technology?

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Q6

News coverage of this system in other towns,

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apply.

Information from town meetings or the working group,
Conversations with neighbors or friends,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)

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Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

SurveyMonkey

Strongly held based upon gut feel or preconcieved
notions

Page 3
Q8

30+ years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

45-54

Your Age Range
Q10

North Groton

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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#24
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Saturday, August 29, 2026 4:28:13 AM
Saturday, August 29, 2026 4:50:04 AM
00:21:51
108.20.77.126

Page 1
Q1

Somewhat familiar

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Unconstitutional, bias, profiling, and police could use and have been using this technology for personal retaliation.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Record movement of a criminal like someone murdering and leaving the crime but looks like it's used to help police go after ex
girlfriends or child fetishes.

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Q6
What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
apply.

SurveyMonkey

Personal experience with crime or safety issues in
Groton
,
News coverage of this system in other towns,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)

Q7
Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

Strongly held based upon gut feel or preconcieved
notions

Page 3
Q8

11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

55-64

Your Age Range
Q10

Groton Center

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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#25
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Saturday, August 29, 2026 6:08:51 AM
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00:08:02
75.135.120.59

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Q1

Well Versed,
Comments?:
against their use

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Well Versed,

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

Comments?:
do not like how they are used

They capture still images

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
that it will lead into more and more Government overreach

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
police body camera use ONLY as to protect the police against issues that the general public has when there is any interactions with
them.

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Q6
What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
apply.

General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)

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Q7

SurveyMonkey

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

Page 3
Q8

Prefer not to answer

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

Prefer not to answer

Your Age Range
Q10

Prefer not to answer

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Prefer not to answer

Relationship to Town

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#26
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Saturday, August 29, 2026 6:22:54 AM
Saturday, August 29, 2026 6:26:54 AM
00:04:00
73.17.50.254

Page 1
Q1

Well Versed

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar,

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

Comments?:
Do not bring them to our town

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Privacy

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
There would be no benefit thats worth the invasion of privacy

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Q6

News coverage of this system in other towns,

What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
apply.

General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)

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Q7

SurveyMonkey

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

Page 3
Q8

6-10 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

25-34

Your Age Range
Q10

West Groton

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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#27
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Saturday, August 29, 2026 6:30:58 AM
Saturday, August 29, 2026 6:33:52 AM
00:02:53
174.235.19.225

Page 1
Q1

Somewhat familiar

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

I don't know

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
I’m not sure

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
I’m not sure

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Q6

News coverage of this system in other towns,

What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
apply.

Conversations with neighbors or friends

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Q7

SurveyMonkey

Loosely held belief

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

Page 3
Q8

6-10 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

35-44

Your Age Range
Q10
Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Other (please specify):
Near country club

Resident

Relationship to Town

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#28
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Saturday, August 29, 2026 6:35:13 AM
Saturday, August 29, 2026 6:40:00 AM
00:04:46
98.229.95.70

Page 1
Q1

Well Versed,
Comments?:
A lot of negative press. Records and stores details of what I

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?

do with no need to do so. It needs to go away. It is tracking
me for no reason

Q2

Well Versed

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

,
Comments?:
And car makes, color and features all depending on how
configured

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Its not technology it tracks where I go and when and thats no one's business. Take it down you have no reason to track anyone

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Hope? That it goes away like town meeting alluded it needed to

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Q6

News coverage of this system in other towns,

What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
apply.

General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

Page 3
Q8

11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

55-64

Your Age Range
Q10

Groton Center

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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#29
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Saturday, August 29, 2026 6:47:36 AM
Saturday, August 29, 2026 6:52:35 AM
00:04:59
74.104.230.11

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Q1

Somewhat familiar

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
its use for nefarious actions, i.e. federal government, ICE, bad actors such as officer in Stow, training AI, Orwellian surveillance state

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
none... get rid of them. we don't even have stop lights that can be metered based on traffic flow. and if we did, just use Waze

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Q6
What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
apply.

General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
National coverage: information coming out about the use of
data by ICE/Flock for citizen monitoring/identification

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Q7

SurveyMonkey

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

Page 3
Q8

6-10 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

45-54

Your Age Range
Q10

Groton Center

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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#30
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Saturday, August 29, 2026 6:48:39 AM
Saturday, August 29, 2026 6:53:35 AM
00:04:55
108.20.77.83

Page 1
Q1

Somewhat familiar

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

I don't know

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Security and misuse of the data by a private, for-profit company.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
None. I am atrobly opposed tonflock cameras.

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Q6

News coverage of this system in other towns,

What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
apply.

Conversations with neighbors or friends,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
All automated law enforcement is evil. Human involvement
should be required.

Q7
Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

Strongly held based upon gut feel or preconcieved
notions

Page 3
Q8

11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

55-64

Your Age Range
Q10

North Groton

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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#31
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Saturday, August 29, 2026 6:52:22 AM
Saturday, August 29, 2026 6:57:48 AM
00:05:26
108.49.197.196

Page 1
Q1

Somewhat familiar

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Not familiar at all

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They capture still images

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Abuse

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Assist law enforcement

Page 2
Q6
What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
apply.

Personal experience with crime or safety issues in
Groton
,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)

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Q7

SurveyMonkey

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

Page 3
Q8

30+ years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

Prefer not to answer

Your Age Range
Q10

Groton Center

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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#32
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Saturday, August 29, 2026 6:51:25 AM
Saturday, August 29, 2026 6:59:58 AM
00:08:33
100.0.46.226

Page 1
Q1

Somewhat familiar

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

I don't know

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
By taking video or pictures of vehicles you don’t know that it’s the registered driver at fault if something is wrong.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Don’t believe there is a benefit! By capturing a video/picture it doesn’t prove it’s the registered driver. Only who is legally registered to
the vehicle.

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What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
apply.

Personal experience with crime or safety issues in
Groton

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Q7

SurveyMonkey

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

Page 3
Q8

11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

35-44

Your Age Range
Q10

Prefer not to answer

Area ofTown that you live?
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They capture still images

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25-34

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Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

They capture still images,
Comments?:
My understanding is not just license plates though. Make,
model, bumper stickers, decals also identified and recorded.

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What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Access to info without probable cause.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Aid in solving crime.

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Q6

News coverage of this system in other towns,

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Information from town meetings or the working group,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
There have been several cases of incorrect identification of
license plate readers leading to police action. News articles
sited up to 40% error rate on the readers. I don’t know if
that’s correct but the error rate should be part of the
investigation.

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30+ years

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55-64

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North Groton

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Resident

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video or just capture still images of license plates?
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What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
NA

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Allow police to be more proactive rather than reactive

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1 - 5 years

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45-54

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Groton Center

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Resident

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47.14.225.184

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systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Violations of privacy and 4th Amendment rights

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
That it goes away

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Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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Prefer not to answer

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35-44

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73.17.85.51

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Before today, how familiar were you with automated
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Q2

Somewhat familiar

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systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Abuse, misidentification and invasion of privacy.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
I think body cameras are a net positive in policing.

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Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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Lifelong Resident

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18-24

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Groton Center

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Q2

Somewhat familiar

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systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They capture still images

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
It has been proven to be misused in many cases, including in nearby towns.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
I am not in favor of using this technology.

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Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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11 - 30 years

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45-54

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West Groton

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Resident

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108.49.197.197

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license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

I don't know

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
That data is used without strict traceable protocols within the Groton Police department, and that it can be used outside the Groton
Police department without their permission and due process.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
That is helps the police with legitimate investigations.

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Loosely held belief

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30+ years

How long have you lived in Groton?
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65+

Your Age Range
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Four Corners

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Resident

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108.20.77.117

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Q2

Somewhat familiar

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systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Misuse of information without the knowledge of police department (by third parties, government etc)

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
That it will be discontinued

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Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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Lifelong Resident

How long have you lived in Groton?
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65+

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Groton Center

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Resident

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108.20.79.54

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Not familiar at all

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I don't know

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video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

Respondent skipped this question

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Respondent skipped this question

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Lifelong Resident

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65+

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West Groton

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Resident

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#43
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Comments?:
They have been commonly featured in news articles in the

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news sources I read from

Q2

Somewhat familiar,

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?

Q3

Comments?:
I was at the Spring Town meeting and have paid attention
since

They capture still images

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Intrusion of government into the private lives of average citizens. I haven't had a speeding ticket in 40+ years. There is no need for
any camera to take a picture of my vehicle.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
That they help solve VIOLENT crime. I don't care about speeding, small fender benders, and the like.

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SurveyMonkey

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

55-64

Your Age Range
Q10
Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Other (please specify):
East

Resident

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108.20.56.84

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systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Misuse of info

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
To have less crime and accidents

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SurveyMonkey

No strong feeling one way or the other

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1 - 5 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

45-54

Your Age Range
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Groton Center

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Resident

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96.237.149.71

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Well Versed

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Q3

They record video

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Privacy

Q5

Respondent skipped this question

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technology?

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6-10 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
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45-54

Your Age Range
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Area ofTown that you live?
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Other (please specify):
Near Ayer

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24.179.123.37

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license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Not familiar at all

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systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
No concern

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Hope to slow traffic in Groton!
Make crosswalks safer

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this view?

SurveyMonkey

Strongly held based upon gut feel or preconcieved
notions

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11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
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55-64

Your Age Range
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Groton Center

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Resident

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108.49.50.245

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Well Versed

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates
,
Comments?:
This depends on the type/brand and installation type.

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
The trade off of constant surveillance and safety is a non-starter. This invasion of personal privacy is unacceptable.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
That it goes away and is not used in our town/state/country.

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Q6
What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
apply.

SurveyMonkey

Personal experience with crime or safety issues in
Groton
,
News coverage of this system in other towns,
Conversations with neighbors or friends,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
The extensive misuse of this technology is widely
documented. The costs vs benefits has not been provided
to the town. We have no say in who uses the data that is
cap trued. Commercial vendors have proven time and again
that they cannot be trusted from a security and privacy
standpoint. Deciding to put OUR data into their hands
without our consent is unacceptable.

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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this view?

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6-10 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

45-54

Your Age Range
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Prefer not to answer

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Resident

Relationship to Town

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108.49.50.120

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Q2

Not familiar at all

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systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Track people. Record people. Sell peoples info.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Constant surveillance of the population creates a police state.

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SurveyMonkey

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

45-54

Your Age Range
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West Groton

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Resident

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146.75.253.248

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Well Versed

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Well Versed

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

They record video,
Comments?:
There are multiple systems in market. In general they use
ocr from video.

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Abuse and overuse

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Used only as supporting evidence in already identified crime. Not proactively to uncover wrong doing.

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What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
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Personal experience with crime or safety issues in
Groton
,
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government (not specific to this system)

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SurveyMonkey

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

Prefer not to answer

Your Age Range
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Four Corners

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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Q1

Well Versed,
Comments?:
Please remove the flock cameras from our town and bring

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?

any decisions about future ALPR use to town meeting

Q2

Well Versed,

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?

Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

Comments?:
Please remove the flock cameras from our town and bring
any decisions about future ALPR use to town meeting

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates
,
Comments?:
This is a moot point, I don't want any data captured by
flock. Please remove the flock cameras from our town and
bring any decisions about future ALPR use to town meeting

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
The flock brand is untrustworthy and the GPD does not have encryption/ tech experts on staff to help them make decisions about this
kind of technology. Flock has access to our data it's in our contract.
Please remove the flock cameras from our town and bring any decisions about future ALPR use to town meeting.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
N/A

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SurveyMonkey

Personal experience with crime or safety issues in

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apply.

Groton
,
News coverage of this system in other towns,
Information from town meetings or the working group,
Conversations with neighbors or friends,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
Please remove the flock cameras from our town and bring
any decisions about future ALPR use to town meeting

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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6-10 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

35-44

Your Age Range
Q10

Groton Center

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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146.70.166.214

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Q1

Well Versed

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Well Versed

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
The consolidation and sharing of metadata between law enforcement groups and paid commercial customers. Additionally, the singleparty, warrantless "oversight" provided by GPD's current policy is wholly unacceptable and offers zero meaningful controls.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
None. Get rid of them, Flock / Axon / Motorola, etc. There is no possible benefit of this technology that overrides the privacy concerns
that I have.

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SurveyMonkey

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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Q8

6-10 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

35-44

Your Age Range
Q10

North Groton

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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Q1

Well Versed

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Not familiar at all,

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?

Q3

Comments?:
I know where they are but I have not seen a published
policy that describes how or if Groton shares our data with
other agencies or for what purposes.

They record video

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Sharing outside of Groton, and warrantless surveillance

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Solve crime

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government (not specific to this system)

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SurveyMonkey

Loosely held belief

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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Q8

11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

55-64

Your Age Range
Q10

Groton Center

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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#53
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108.20.77.197

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Q1

Somewhat familiar

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

I don't know

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Misuse of private data

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
catching people breaking the law

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Q6

News coverage of this system in other towns,

What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
apply.

Conversations with neighbors or friends,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
The balance between benefit and harm relies on integrity of
the system from the individual up through the company
providing the technology to the federal government. I have
concerns about the integrity at every level. We got along
alright without the surveillance cameras and there seem to
be many problems.

Q7

Strongly held based upon gut feel or preconcieved

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

notions

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11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

55-64

Your Age Range
Q10

West Groton

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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96.237.149.162

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Q1

Somewhat familiar

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

I don't know,
Comments?:
I have no problem with them at all. They will help keep
everyone safer. How is this any different than door-bell
cameras, or video in supermarkets, banks, etc.?

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
As with all technology, systems can be hacked and abused. However, the trust the GPD to be sure that does not happen and our
information is confidential.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Enhanced safety for traffic, house break-ins and other crimes. Unfortunately, bad things do happen in Groton from time to time.

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SurveyMonkey

Personal experience with crime or safety issues in

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Groton
,
News coverage of this system in other towns,
Information from town meetings or the working group,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

Page 3
Q8

30+ years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

65+

Your Age Range
Q10

West Groton

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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108.20.56.156

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Q1

Well Versed

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Well Versed

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

They capture still images,
Comments?:
This question is not appropriate for a survey. It appears as
though you're testing voter competence. That should not be
the goal of a survey.

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Unconstitutionally gathering information about people. It isn't just a concern that these companies and federal agencies are
inappropriately using this information. There is a plethora of news stories and verifiable misconduct including in the town next to us
where they turned the cameras back on against the town's wishes. These examples are where they have got caught doing the wrong
thing. There's no way it's an exhaustive list.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
This technology has absolutely no place in American society. This is categorically something we should not be doing. We need to
move toward using our resources to prevent the scenarios that result in crime, not invest in solving the crimes we should have
prevented.

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Q6

News coverage of this system in other towns,

What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
apply.

Information from town meetings or the working group,
Conversations with neighbors or friends,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
Watching the town next to us have to fight with an
extremely wealthy and connected company has had an
impact as well.

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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1 - 5 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

35-44

Your Age Range
Q10

Respondent skipped this question

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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108.7.40.91

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Q1

Somewhat familiar

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Abuse, unwarranted use, and data mining

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Aid police in tracking and capturing suspected criminals.

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Information from town meetings or the working group,
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government (not specific to this system)

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SurveyMonkey

No strong feeling one way or the other

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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Q8

11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

45-54

Your Age Range
Q10

West Groton

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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#57
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108.49.197.106

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Q1

Well Versed

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Well Versed,

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

Comments?:
Not sure about how; but any use is concerning

I don't know

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Breaching fundamental right to privacy; not allowed. Sharing data outside of Groton; especially with ICE, not acceptable

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
The benefit for security does not justify breaching rights to privacy. The risk of abuse cannot be controlled.

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government (not specific to this system)

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SurveyMonkey

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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Q8

11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

65+

Your Age Range
Q10

North Groton

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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108.20.79.123

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Q1

Well Versed

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Well Versed

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

Respondent skipped this question

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if
any?
Q5

Respondent skipped this question

What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this
technology?

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News coverage of this system in other towns

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Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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30+ years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

65+

Your Age Range
Q10

Groton Center

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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108.20.79.214

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Q1

Not familiar at all

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Not familiar at all

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

I don't know

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Privacy

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Public safety

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General principles/values about privacy and
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SurveyMonkey

Loosely held belief

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

Page 3
Q8

30+ years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

65+

Your Age Range
Q10

North Groton

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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96.237.149.196

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Q1

Somewhat familiar,
Comments?:
Also somewhat familiar in how they are misused

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Not familiar at all

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Abuse of the information gained through this technology and infringement of privacy

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Solve a crime

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General principles/values about privacy and
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SurveyMonkey

Loosely held belief

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

Page 3
Q8

6-10 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

45-54

Your Age Range
Q10

Groton Center

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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146.75.253.248

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Q1

Somewhat familiar

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Privacy. They go to far for limited gain. Slippery slope to more of the same

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Not sure gains justify privacy loss

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SurveyMonkey

Strongly held based upon gut feel or preconcieved

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

notions

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Q8

1 - 5 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

65+

Your Age Range
Q10

West Groton

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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108.49.197.167

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Q1

Somewhat familiar

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Not familiar at all

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

I don't know

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Creating unnecessary traffic

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Avoiding unnecessary accidents

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SurveyMonkey

Strongly held based upon gut feel or preconcieved

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

notions

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Q8

6-10 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

55-64

Your Age Range
Q10

West Groton

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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108.49.197.167

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Q1

Somewhat familiar

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Another tool for big government oversight and control

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
That it is ONLY used for incident that otherwise requires investigation and can’t be solved without it.

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News coverage of this system in other towns,

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apply.

General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
Transparency is a must.

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SurveyMonkey

No strong feeling one way or the other

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

65+

Your Age Range
Q10

West Groton

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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173.76.234.21

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Q1

Well Versed

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Well Versed,

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?

Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

Comments?:
Received direct information from police department about
contract and limits.

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
This technology gives too many people the ability to stalk or track people. In a time when our rights are being stripped away and the
government at the federal level is unstable this can be used for too much bad to overcome the potential positives.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
That it gets regulated and not allowed.

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Q6

News coverage of this system in other towns,

What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
apply.

Information from town meetings or the working group,
Conversations with neighbors or friends,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
As someone who has been stalked in the past by someone
who had access to a law enforcement officer this
technology is incredibly dangerous and worrisome.

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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Q8

6-10 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

35-44

Your Age Range
Q10

West Groton

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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107.115.48.58

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Well Versed,
Comments?:
If not accompanied by an active police officer ie car

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?

mounted, they amount to public surveillance

Q2

Well Versed

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

They record video,
Comments?:
This has been shown as something they are capable of
doing and in some case are actively doing. Flock conducted
a pilot program to do this and has said they opted to not
continue this practice. Given the way they have conducted
buisness, it is not a trusted company.

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
It is warrentless ongoing surveillance owned and operated by a private company, with zero ability to opt out of personal data storage
for an undetermined amount of time and zero oversight.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
That they get removed and banned.

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Information from town meetings or the working group,

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Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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11 - 30 years

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35-44

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Somewhat familiar

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I don't know

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
I worry about misuse since there have been reported incidents of stalking and other ethical violations in other towns.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
I don't see an obvious benefit for a town like Groton.

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1 - 5 years

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65+

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Before today, how familiar were you with automated
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Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
As with any data collection, my biggest concern is who owns the data, where is it stored, and who has access to it. This is critical for
everything from work chats and emails to family photos.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
That it is only used to investigate crimes committed in our community. Not shared with any data brokers. If the federal government
needs information, they need to request it through the correct legal channels.

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Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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6-10 years

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35-44

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West Groton

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Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Well Versed

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Groton dies not own the data. Warrants were put on people that did nothing wrong in other towns.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
That this technology is taken down!

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Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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Lifelong Resident

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65+

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Groton Center

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Resident

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Comments?:
Some of these devices also have the ability to pull data

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
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from nearby cell phones, and they also record bumper
stickers and other window stickers and also ID operators,
AND they can record and create heat trails and maps to
identify patterns of travel, so it's not just reading plates.

Q2
How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?

Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

Well Versed,
Comments?:
To my knowledge, there are three such cameras/devices in
Groton.

They capture still images,
Comments?:
See my comments above, License plates are not all that is
recorded.

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Breach of our constitutional right to be free of unreasonable searches and seizures, and also the right not to be constantly surveilled
by the government. It is not a coincidence that these Flock cameras, data centers, and the construction of concentration camps in
America all occurred at roughly the same time.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
There is none. The alleged security benefits are far outweighed by the intrusion into our privacy and right not to be under government
surveillance. In fact, this question is a push question as the factual basis underlying the question itself is that there are benefits of
this technology. This is outrageous.

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Personal experience with crime or safety issues in

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Groton
,
News coverage of this system in other towns,
Information from town meetings or the working group,
Conversations with neighbors or friends,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
All of the above. Not to mention that the body politic voted
to remove the cameras at Town Meeting, and the TM and
BOS intentionally and illegally used other finds to continue
to fund the cameras.

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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11 - 30 years

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Q9

Prefer not to answer

Your Age Range
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Prefer not to answer

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Resident

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Q2

Well Versed

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systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Misuse by the federal government

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Local investigative assistance

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News coverage of this system in other towns,

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government (not specific to this system)

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Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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11 - 30 years

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Q9

45-54

Your Age Range
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Groton Center

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Resident

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Somewhat familiar,
Comments?:
I got myself familiar after last town meeting

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates
,

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

Comments?:
They can record both but not at the same time

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
data being used by other entities than groton police and being part of a big data set available

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
catch legit criminals faster

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30+ years

How long have you lived in Groton?
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65+

Your Age Range
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Four Corners

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Resident

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96.237.149.247

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Well Versed

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
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Q2

Well Versed

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
The inaccuracy of AI and infringing privacy.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
None right now

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Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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6-10 years

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45-54

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North Groton

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173.40.132.155

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Q2

Well Versed

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systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

Respondent skipped this question

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if
any?
Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
That ICE can use it to better deport illegal immigrants

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Information from town meetings or the working group,

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apply.

Conversations with neighbors or friends,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
This could help eliminate the gap between sanctuary cities
and federal enforcement

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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this view?

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30+ years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

45-54

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Four Corners

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173.76.171.76

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Well Versed,
Comments?:
This technology is not new but is developing rapidly.

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar,

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

Comments?:
We have cameras on 119 as far as I know

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates
,
Comments?:
They can potentially collect even more information including
radio signals from phones that uniquely map to a person.
Limiting the right to record in public is a slippery slope that
needs to be considered carefully. We do not want to end up
legislating away our individual rights out of "privacy
concerns" - we could end up where only expensive systems
with government access are "approved".

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Civil citations. Investigations turning into "Fishing expeditions". Lack of human in the loop to check information before potentially
dangerous action is taken, like a felony stop or raiding a home

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Catching criminals. Controls in the technology to monitor for abuse/misuse - which seem to be present based on recent headlines
where individual officers have been caught.

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News coverage of this system in other towns,

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Conversations with neighbors or friends,

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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30+ years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

35-44

Your Age Range
Q10

Prefer not to answer

Area ofTown that you live?
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Resident

Relationship to Town

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146.75.252.1

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Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Privacy, misuse by federal government, mistaken identities

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
None

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Conversations with neighbors or friends,
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government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
And reading articles/analysis from reputable sources: NYT,
etc.

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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6-10 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

45-54

Your Age Range
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Groton Center

Area ofTown that you live?
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Resident

Relationship to Town

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174.224.168.173

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Not familiar at all,
Comments?:
As familiar ass I need to be.

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Not familiar at all,

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

Comments?:
As familiar as I needed to be

They capture still images,
Comments?:
That's not the issue

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
What's they do.. OR CAN DO... with the information

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
That it's misuse will compel use to ban them

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government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
The capacity for abuse is clear.

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Q9

Comment:
Isn't this the problem?

Respondent skipped this question

Your Age Range
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Area ofTown that you live?

Other (please specify):
What a wasteful question. What value vang this have?

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Relationship to Town

What value value this have? Are you going to value my
answer more or less depending on my age, location,
profession?

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Not familiar at all,
Comments?:
I knew about the license plate reader, just not that it was

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?

automated.

Q2

Not familiar at all

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
That it can be abused and violate people privacy.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
That it is only used for criminal or hurtful actions

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Q2

Not familiar at all

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
The disgusting invasion of privacy that has been observed in the use of this technology due to the abuse of power of those in control
of it. Don’t get me wrong, I’m not saying all are misusing it, but we have already seen people using it for evil by stalking individuals for
personal reasons. The flock safety website states, “ Flock customers own 100% of their data. This means we will never sell or share
public safety data or footage with third parties. Once captured, footage is transmitted immediately to a secure cloud server and then
deleted from the device. All footage is deleted from our servers after 30 days on default, or in the timeframe required by state and local
law.” Who’s to say the server doesn’t get hacked within that 30 day window? How many letters have you received about data
breaches? Online data servers are not bulletproof to those who have ill-intentions, I promise you that. Mind you, I’m 26, and I am tired
of technology. I am tired of constantly feeling under attack by people I don’t even know. That is what we are opening ourselves up to
by implementing more and more technology like this in our world. We live in Groton, MA for peace, quiet, and privacy that cannot be
offered in cities. Please let us live in peace without fear of others misusing their power or finding ways to access our information more
than it already is.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
None at all. There is no benefit or justice to the invasion of privacy and lack of democratic process that occurred in adding flock
cameras without the knowledge or say so of Groton’s residents.

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,
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government (not specific to this system)

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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Q9

25-34

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West Groton

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Well Versed

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Q3

They capture still images

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Violation of privacy and constitutional rights

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
I do not see any benefit

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35-44

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Prefer not to answer

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license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Privacy for individuals and how the developers and owners of this technology have their own (often nefarious) agenda for the data
collected. This lack of transparency from the developers and their questionable motives supercede any benefit the town may receive.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
That it is removed from town.

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News coverage of this system in other towns,

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apply.

Information from town meetings or the working group,
Conversations with neighbors or friends,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
My issue is not with the GPD. Their motivation appears to
be reasonable, however it is short-sighted and creates more
problems than it solves. My problem and concerns lie with
the developers of this technology and the growing
importance of holding fast to certain protections for
members of our town.

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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1 - 5 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
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45-54

Your Age Range
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Prefer not to answer

Area ofTown that you live?
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Resident

Relationship to Town

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Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

I don't know

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
The way it was rolled out with no notice. A facebook member pointed out the flock on the Groton/Townsend line. Was this discussed at
a Select board Meeting ?

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
As with any technology - if it is abused by anyone it becomes a problem. We see that some towns reported police officers using the
system for personal use. If used for good purpose then it is accepted. Just not sure Groton is a high crime area where we need to
have this technology right now.

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Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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11 - 30 years

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65+

Your Age Range
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Prefer not to answer

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Resident

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Q2

Well Versed

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates
,
Comments?:
Both Axon and Flock base packages collect still images.
Both have additional packages for video collection.

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Overturning valued American civil structure to a technocratic state that sells a vision of ‘safety’ in trade for control. What is sold today
‘as is’ is definitely not what the platforms are most capable of today, what they will be capable of next and how they can and will be
abused in the future.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
None.

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government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
Professional experience with technology and a clear-eyed
view of the failings of humans as technology capabilities
outpace our understanding of them and the implications
each piece of technology have individually and composited
together.

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Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

55-64

Your Age Range
Q10

West Groton

Area ofTown that you live?
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Relationship to Town

Other (please specify):
Business owner and resident.

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Somewhat familiar

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Q3

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Privacy

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News coverage of this system in other towns,

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General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)
,
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Universal surveillance and a free society cannot coexist.

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Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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30+ years

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65+

Your Age Range
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West Groton

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Resident

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Comments?:
I am not happy with the lack of protections or ordinary

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?

citizens against Rome, beliefs, or government agencies, or
use this data to the advantage. Let’s be honest in the past
30 years. The history of Groton Police department and
leadership has not been the best.

Q2
How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

Somewhat familiar,
Comments?:
I don’t trust people who have access to this information

They capture still images

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Privacy, abuse of power. Three Police Department in Massachusetts in the past three weeks I’ve had multiple officers abusing the
system. That we know of

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
That it goes away

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Personal experience with crime or safety issues in

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Groton
,
News coverage of this system in other towns,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
“This dragnet surveillance threatens the freedoms the
Fourth Amendment was adopted to protect. These concerns
aren't just abstractions: every day, innocent people are
harmed by officials' abuse and misuse of these ALPRs.“ ABC news

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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30+ years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

55-64

Your Age Range
Q10
Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Other (please specify):
Westford side of rt40

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Comments?:
I think it is inappropriate to link all of the technology

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
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together in this questionnaire when the townspeople have
expressed SPECIFIC concerns regarding the FLOCK
cameras. All my responses will be about the FLOCK
cameras

Q2
How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

Well Versed,
Comments?:
THIS IS ABOUT THE FLOCK CAMERAS

Comments?:
HOW IS THIS RELEVANT?????

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
THE INFORMATION RETRIEVED FROM THE FLOCK CAMERAS, AS HAS BEEN WELL DOCUMENTED, CAN BE USED FOR
NEFARIOUS PURPOSES

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
I AM NOT EXPECTING A BENEFIT FROM THE TECHNOLOGY. I AM EXPECTING THE TOWN MANAGER, STAFF, COMMITTEES
AND POLICE TO OBEY THEIR EMPLOYER-THE TOWNSPEOPLE, AND TAKE DOWN THE CAMERAS

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Personal experience with crime or safety issues in

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Groton
,
News coverage of this system in other towns,
Information from town meetings or the working group,
Conversations with neighbors or friends,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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Comment:

How long have you lived in Groton?

HOW IS THIS RELEVANT??? WOULD YOU LIKE TO
KNOW IF I'M A CITIZEN????

Q9

Respondent skipped this question

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Area ofTown that you live?
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Other (please specify):
HOW IS THIS RELEVANT??

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Q3

They capture still images

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Comments?:
I did not feel comfortable with the use of Flock cameras

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
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since the access, and use of , information collected opens
potential for misuse. I acknowledge being able to identify a
vehicle is a benefit to the police for fighting criminal
behaviors. Abuse of this information , is of great concern to
me.

Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

I don't know

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
They 'Big Brother' aspect is a concern with the climate in our country. I do not want to see innocent people suffer in any way.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Use in apprehension of persons who have potentially exhibited criminal behavior.

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News coverage of this system in other towns,

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apply.

General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
I am confident in the men and women in our Groton PDwould not expect abuse of any information collected. I am
not confident that other parties can be prevented access to
collected information.

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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Comment:
Resident 54 years.

65+

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West Groton

Area ofTown that you live?
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Resident

Relationship to Town

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license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Well Versed

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They capture still images

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Data access controls

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
None

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Personal experience with crime or safety issues in

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Groton
,
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government (not specific to this system)

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Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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30+ years

How long have you lived in Groton?
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65+

Your Age Range
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North Groton

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Resident

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license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Not familiar at all

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

They capture still images,
Comments?:
I believe still frames, though technologically there is nothing
stopping the software from being made capable of stringing
multiple frames together given the right programming
alterations.

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
I have no general issue with plate readers on patrol cars or officers Indo not want to see fixed cameras places around town. This
opens the door tkk far to potential abuse.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
I'd love to help make a patrol officers job easier by leveraging technology to a certain point.

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Information from town meetings or the working group,

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apply.

General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
I am a technology professional and technology hobbyist. I
do not for one second trust any agency's claim that their
system is secure ECT government or otherwise. If it is
connected to the Internet in any capacity it is not secure. It
is also not secure if it is not connected to the net but the
effort to break into it at that point makes the risk/reward
ratio shift to the worth it side of things imo.

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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6-10 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

35-44

Your Age Range
Q10
Area ofTown that you live?
Q11
Relationship to Town

Other (please specify):
Lost lake area

Other (please specify):
Resident and property owner

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Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They capture still images

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Surveillance of citizens without consent who are not suspected of a crime. And the opportunity for citizen tracking by agencies without
warrants, obtained due to reasonable suspicion of a crime.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Thus far none. The technology could be used in isolated circumstances with the consent of the citizens of the town. However, at this
juncture, I don’t feel the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Information from town meetings or the working group,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)

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Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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this view?

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1 - 5 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

35-44

Your Age Range
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Prefer not to answer

Area ofTown that you live?
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Resident

Relationship to Town

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I knew they are around and collect varying kinds of data,

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and that they can be hacked. I also heard they were used to
track so-called missing person from Texas. And I read that
many towns and cities are ending contracts with Flock. I
also read that other companies are competing, and the
companies criticize each other's abilities and vulnerabilities.

Q2

Somewhat familiar,

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?

Comments?:
Based only on what I read in the TAG site and what was
discussed and voted on in the Spring Town Meeting. I have
read articles and heard broadcasts about other towns ending
the contracts with Flock, but not about Groton.

Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

I don't know,
Comments?:
I imagine there are all types of cameras available.

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
It can be easily hacked, and there are loose and hackable safeguards to how the data are collected, managed, and used.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
The facts that these systems can be hacked easily and data can be used improperly, severely limit expected benefits. With a perfect
system that has all good intentions, total safeguards against bad intentions, and not hackable (is this really possible?), the data could
help people track suspects or missing persons.

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News coverage of this system in other towns,

What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
apply.

Information from town meetings or the working group,
Conversations with neighbors or friends,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
No info from the Working group. Listened in on a couple of
Selectboard meetings. Attended the Spring town Meeting.
Read several articles on surveillance systems. Read the
TAG comments. Comments from experts in cyber security
and computer vulnerabilities.

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

65+

Your Age Range
Q10

West Groton

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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They record video

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video or just capture still images of license plates?
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Respondent skipped this question

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Respondent skipped this question

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Loosely held belief

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Q2

Well Versed

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

I don't know,
Comments?:
The specific mechanism by which they gather information is
irrelevant. This information is being gathered against the will
and preference of the people of the town, based on recent
town communications and a town meeting vote. Whether
video or still images, the collected data enable powerful
tracking capabilities which can be abused, as we have seen
in other local towns.

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Concern for infringement of privacy rights and concerns about abuse (e.g. as in the recent case in Stow, MA)

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
I can see the value of catching hit and run perpetrators or other criminals, but I do not feel that value outweighs the wide surveillance
net cast by this technology

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Q6

News coverage of this system in other towns,

What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
apply.

Information from town meetings or the working group,
Conversations with neighbors or friends,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
My initial reaction to discovering there were flock cameras
in our town was discomfort with what feels like an overreach
of surveillance. This is based on my personal principles of
feeling that law enforcement/state must meet a high bar to
infringe on private citizen rights (though I strongly support
law enforcement, but feel strongly that criminal justice
should be based on letting ten guilty men go free rather than
locking up one innocent). Upon learning more about Flock
and ALP tech in general, I became more strongly opposed. I
have now seen lots of news coverage of examples of
abuse, most notably in nearby Stow, MA. I understand that
the use of these cameras stems from a good-faith effort to
prevent and solve crimes, and I support that in theory! But
the benefits do not outweigh the harms of this tech in my
opinion. Hearing further news coverage and other townsfolk
opinions has only strengthened my opposition.

Q7

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Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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6-10 years

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35-44

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North Groton

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Not familiar at all

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Q3

I don't know

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
avoid police surveillance state at all costs

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
No hoped for benefits.

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notions

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30+ years

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65+

Your Age Range
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Groton Center

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Well Versed,
Comments?:
I am a electrical engineer whom is very familiar with how AI

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systems work.

Q2

Well Versed

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systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

They capture still images,
Comments?:
The LPR use only still images, but newer models are
capable of recording videos.

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
This is blatant warrantless surveillance. This data has been proven to be misused by countless government and nongovernment
actors.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
I see very little upside for this technology. However, the only acceptable solution would have the town Groton having exclusive rights
to the data with a limited retention policy and an appointed ombudsman.

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Groton
,
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Conversations with neighbors or friends

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

55-64

Your Age Range
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Groton Center

Area ofTown that you live?
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Resident

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Well Versed,
Comments?:
Stories about the misuse of the Flock license plate readers

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
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have been on/in the news all over the nation and all over
MA. Most towns are removing them because of privacy
issues.

Q2

Well Versed,

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?

Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

Comments?:
I was at Spring Town Meeting and heard all about how the
license plate readers are used.

I don't know,
Comments?:
The issue is not about whether they record still images or
video. The issue is that they are invasion of privacy and the
data is misused all the time -- this has been made quite
clear in article after article from towns in MA.

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
The data can be misused in quite a number of ways. And Flock, in particular, can access whatever data they want no matter what
your contract with them says.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
I don't have any hopes of good benefits from this technology! Get rid of the Flock cameras! We voted to defund them at Town
Meeting -- now do it!

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News coverage of this system in other towns,

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apply.

Information from town meetings or the working group,
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government (not specific to this system)

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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30+ years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

65+

Your Age Range
Q10
Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Other (please specify):
East Groton (terrible options, where is Lost Lake??)

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Q2

Somewhat familiar

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Q3

I don't know

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Government and unauthorized personnel utilizing data

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Get rid of it

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Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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1 - 5 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
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65+

Your Age Range
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Groton Center

Area ofTown that you live?
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Resident

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Q2

Somewhat familiar

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Q3

I don't know

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
The data could be used to target innocents. I do not trust the fed government right now. Not at all.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
I truly think the dangers of loss of privacy or misuse far outweighs any benefits.

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SurveyMonkey

Strongly held based upon gut feel or preconcieved

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notions

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30+ years

How long have you lived in Groton?
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65+

Your Age Range
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Groton Center

Area ofTown that you live?
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Resident

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Well Versed

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Well Versed

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They capture still images

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Other towns like Hopkinton are gwtting rid of them, saying they violate state law.
In Lynn, officers are on leave because of inappropriate use.
ICE is using the system.
Get rid of it now!

Q5

Respondent skipped this question

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Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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30+ years

How long have you lived in Groton?
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55-64

Your Age Range
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Groton Center

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Resident

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Before today, how familiar were you with automated
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Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Abusive access to system leading to tracking. 4th amendment violations

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
None. Take them down

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Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
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45-54

Your Age Range
Q10

Groton Center

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Resident

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72.93.222.44

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Well Versed

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates
,
Comments?:
The basic technology can do both. Exactly what Groton's
Flock cameras are doing is unknown to me, and from the
town meeting discussion, it appears that the GPD is
unwilling to explain in sufficient detail as a matter of "police
business" and operational security...which I say is one of
the most insulting and inappropriate utterances by a public
official (the Police Chief) I have ever heard at town meeting.

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Lack of a clear, and agreed to by the citizens of Groton, policy for how this technology is deployed and utilized.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Actually, I do not currently perceive of ANY benefit for this technology. I am not afraid of "crime" and do not believe that Groton is any
safer with this technology in place. Therefore unless one is explained to me, I am against deployment of this in the Town of Groton.

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Personal experience with crime or safety issues in

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Groton
,
News coverage of this system in other towns,
Information from town meetings or the working group,
Conversations with neighbors or friends,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

65+

Your Age Range
Q10
Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Other (please specify):
Close to the Westford line, near Cow Pond.

Resident

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146.75.253.249

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Well Versed

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Well Versed

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

They capture still images,
Comments?:
Many capture additional information such as bumper
stickers, decals, vehicular damage, exterior accessories,
make, model, color, direction traveling of vehicle, cargo in
trucks, number of passengers, some operator details, etc.
SOME are also capturing brief video of vehicular travel.

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Illegal or inappropriate access to or use of private information obtained with this technology.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
I hope these devices are removed from public roadways.

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News coverage of this system in other towns,

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government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
Information gathered by personal reading and research

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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this view?

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Comment:

How long have you lived in Groton?

Is my opinion any more or less valid based upon my length
of residency?

Q9

55-64

Your Age Range
Q10

West Groton

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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#103
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108.7.40.77

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Well Versed

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
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Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

I don't know

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
As always, it only takes a few bad apples to ruin the use of a helpful police tool.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
My hope is this technology will become an aid for law enforcement .

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SurveyMonkey

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notions

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30+ years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

65+

Your Age Range
Q10

North Groton

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Resident

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#104
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173.76.234.69

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Well Versed

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Well Versed

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates
,
Comments?:
From previous posts on your FB page, I know that you have
video of cars obtained via the APLR cameras

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
I am very against having a government agency (local, state, or federal) recording the movements of citizens. I am even further against
having a corporation that is not regulated in any manner capturing the information.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Removal of APLR cameras from our community.

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Q6

News coverage of this system in other towns,

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apply.

General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
I have a background in cyber security and electronic
freedoms. Using this background, I am very afraid of
direction this is headed.

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

65+

Your Age Range
Q10

West Groton

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Q11

Resident

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Somewhat familiar

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
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Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Privacy of the data collected.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
No hopes... it feels like Big Brother can invade privacy whenever they wish.

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Respondent skipped this question

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Prefer not to answer

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Prefer not to answer

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Prefer not to answer

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71.144.105.25

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Before today, how familiar were you with automated
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Q2

Well Versed

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Privacy

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
No hope

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government (not specific to this system)

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SurveyMonkey

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

45-54

Your Age Range
Q10

Prefer not to answer

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Other (please specify):
Also business owner

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Not familiar at all

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Respondent skipped this question

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108.20.77.18

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Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Mass surveillance, User misuse, Video and image data privacy/storage practices, legal loopholes through evidence collection of
persons across different police/federal jurisdictions without going through the proper information sharing channels across towns/states
costing tax payer dollars in legal proceedings if a lawsuit occurs.
Lastly, these devices are hackable through Internet interfaces. CCTV is used for a reason, it is closed circuit so it's not hackable
without hardware interference.

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Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Ease of fault identification if a car accident or crime occurs within video frame.
I am in favor of Police/EMS/Firefighter body cameras for a variety of reasons. Body camera footage has been used many times to
reduce legal time, protect our officers from wrongful lawsuits, protect the public from wrongful arrest/charges.
For EMS and Firefighters, body camera footage would be a very good way to present real scenarios to new trainees and to help with
skill improvement and training within the workforce. Similar to how sports teams analyze their own games. Of course, any
distribution/use of footage of victims would need to get consent from those individual or individual's family's in the event of their
passing.

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What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
apply.

Personal experience with crime or safety issues in
Groton
,
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General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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1 - 5 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

25-34

Your Age Range
Q10

West Groton

Area ofTown that you live?
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Resident

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They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

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video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Misuse of the data

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Be able to see real time of accidents and pedestrians. I am especially concerned about pedestrians getting hit on 119.

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Loosely held belief

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11 - 30 years

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65+

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Other (please specify):
Off of martins pond

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108.20.79.153

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They capture still images

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video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Privacy and errors that lead to people being mistakenly accused

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
That it helps in missing person situations

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notions

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11 - 30 years

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45-54

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West Groton

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173.76.234.220

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Q3

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

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video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Being surched by outside angenys and being guilty before proven inocent

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
None its stalking

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SurveyMonkey

Strongly held based upon gut feel or preconcieved

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notions

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11 - 30 years

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Under 18

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Groton Center

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Resident

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#112
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108.49.19.119

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Q2

Somewhat familiar

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Q3

They capture still images

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video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Potential for misuse and abuse of the system, sensitive data tracking, data security/hacking risk and the lack of warrant requirements

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
My biggest hope is we don’t use it in Groton

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SurveyMonkey

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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6-10 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
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35-44

Your Age Range
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Prefer not to answer

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#113
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71.192.224.162

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Q3
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video or just capture still images of license plates?

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates
,
Comments?:
I know that other places do this and the videos shared on
FB of the intersection of Rte. 40/119/Broadmeadow seem to
show that.

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
That the data is not secure and will be misused.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
I know that Main Street has too many drivers going too fast through the town center and if this could mitigate that it would be great but
I’m not convinced that would be the result.

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government (not specific to this system)
,
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The use of this kind of data for unsubstantiated immigration
enforcement (harassment of individuals who may or may
not be int he country legally) as well as misuse by law
enforcement or others who can access the data are big
issues - does a small town like Groton require this level of
surveillance? I’m skeptical.

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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this view?

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30+ years

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55-64

Your Age Range
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Prefer not to answer

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Resident

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#114
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108.49.197.179

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Q2

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Q3

They capture still images

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video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Over surveillance and intrusion of privacy

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Keep them out of groton

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Personal experience with crime or safety issues in

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Groton
,
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government (not specific to this system)

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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Prefer not to answer

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35-44

Your Age Range
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Prefer not to answer

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Resident

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#115
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108.20.79.196

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Q2

Somewhat familiar

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systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

I don't know,
Comments?:
I mean I feel like I’m told they just record plates but then I
see other stories of them recording people?

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Due process. Having incorrect info putting the burden of proof on the citizen instead of the government.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
I’m not a criminal so I understand the stance of don’t do wrong and it won’t effect you. But I don’t know. I believe in humans being
police officers and not just using technology for everything. I’m pro paying for officers over cutting costs by using technology.

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News coverage of this system in other towns,

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government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
I did read the story about Littleton and it did effect my view

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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this view?

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6-10 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

35-44

Your Age Range
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West Groton

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

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#116
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108.20.77.171

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Q2

Somewhat familiar

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systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Privacy; access by users outside of Groton (e.g., ICE); access by Groton users for unapproved reasons (e.g., personal use); longevity
of information being kept. These concerns appear to outweigh the potential benefits below.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Possible that a car/driver could be identified leading to criminal prosecution for a crime.

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Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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6-10 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

65+

Your Age Range
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Groton Center

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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#117
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174.226.90.255

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I don't know

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Q4

Respondent skipped this question

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Respondent skipped this question

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Personal experience with crime or safety issues in

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Groton

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notions

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Q9

Comment:
Less than one year

35-44

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Groton Center

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Resident

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#118
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108.49.98.207

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How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

I don't know,
Comments?:
It was explained at Town Meeting, but I don’t remember the
specifics, and the facts aren’t easily found on the Groton
town website.

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Misuse of the data, whether by people with direct access (town employees), or those who can sell it, or those who buy it, or state or
federal governments

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Catch speeders and other bad drivers in the act.

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News coverage of this system in other towns,

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government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
Before retirement I was in the Security business unit of
IBM. I was in a type of documentation role. I have been
informed in cybersecurity topics since 2013, and concerned
about evil government intrusion into personal freedom since
2016.

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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this view?

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11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

55-64

Your Age Range
Q10

Four Corners

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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#119
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108.49.57.6

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Q2

Somewhat familiar

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Q3

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Being sent tickets in the mail

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Not sure there is one..not need to be watched 24/7

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SurveyMonkey

Strongly held based upon gut feel or preconcieved

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notions

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11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
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35-44

Your Age Range
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North Groton

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Resident

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#120
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108.49.98.185

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Q2

Somewhat familiar

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Q3

I don't know

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
None

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Safer roads

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SurveyMonkey

No strong feeling one way or the other

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11 - 30 years

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Q9

45-54

Your Age Range
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West Groton

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#121
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108.49.98.201

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Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
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Q3

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
It’s an invasion of privacy and the risk of misuse is too high.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
None.

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SurveyMonkey

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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1 - 5 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

35-44

Your Age Range
Q10

Groton Center

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

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#122
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Sunday, August 30, 2026 7:28:02 AM
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173.76.172.230

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license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They capture still images

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
A vast amount of data collection is occurring on the public. They have been and will also continue to be used inappropriately by
organizations who are collecting vasts amount of data on people. We are not a police state.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
None

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What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
apply.

General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
THE QUESTION BELOW (7) is irrelevant to this survey and
should not have been asked. The US is not a police state.

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Respondent skipped this question

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11 - 30 years

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Q9

Prefer not to answer

Your Age Range
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Respondent skipped this question

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Resident

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#123
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108.49.98.46

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Q3

I don't know

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video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Not sure yet

Q5
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Need more information

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No strong feeling one way or the other

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11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
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55-64

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West Groton

Area ofTown that you live?
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Resident

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#124
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108.20.56.235

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Not familiar at all

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license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Not familiar at all

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systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

I don't know

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Loss of constitutional rights and privacy

Q5

Respondent skipped this question

What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this
technology?

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Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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Lifelong Resident

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35-44

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West Groton

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Resident

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#125
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65.99.16.164

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Q2

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How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
That it leads to mass surveillance

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
N/A

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General principles/values about privacy and

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government (not specific to this system)

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SurveyMonkey

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

18-24

Your Age Range
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Groton Center

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They capture still images

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Privacy violations and misuse of technology by those that have access.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
None. They shouldn’t be used. There’s enough surveillance cameras recording everything we do and technology following our every
move. Why spend the money when our roads are literally breaking apart into pieces!

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Conversations with neighbors or friends,
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government (not specific to this system)

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Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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30+ years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

55-64

Your Age Range
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West Groton

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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Q3

I don't know

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
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Respondent skipped this question

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if
any?
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Respondent skipped this question

What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this
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News coverage of this system in other towns

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No strong feeling one way or the other

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Lifelong Resident

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Q9

65+

Your Age Range
Q10
Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Other (please specify):
Lost Lake

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license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Use of the technology outside approved official police business and loss of control of data.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Rapid response and resolution to serious criminal activity such as kidnapping, robbery, murder…etc.

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Conversations with neighbors or friends,
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government (not specific to this system)

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SurveyMonkey

No strong feeling one way or the other

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

55-64

Your Age Range
Q10

North Groton

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Well Versed

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

They capture still images,
Comments?:
Why would you ask a question like this? All I have to do is
look up the answer on the internet.

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
I am highly concerned about the dangers inherent in a surveillance state Sure Groton PD might be relatively benign as far as police
departments go, but you don't own the data and you can't control how it is used.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
This is a leading question. This survey is therefore disingenous. I don't want flock cameras in our town. The benefit, whatever it might
be, is not worth the price.

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News coverage of this system in other towns,

What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
apply.

Information from town meetings or the working group,
Conversations with neighbors or friends,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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How long have you lived in Groton?

Q9

Comment:
Why does this question even matter? Do you think a vote is
worth more if the resident has lived her longer?

55-64

Your Age Range
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North Groton

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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72.93.222.234

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Q2

Well Versed

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systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Government overreach and bad acting hackers stealing personal data

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
That the tech is protected in a meaningful way. Can be used as needed to solve problems or crimes. Potentially deterrence (but
unlikely)

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SurveyMonkey

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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6-10 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

45-54

Your Age Range
Q10

West Groton

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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Q1

Somewhat familiar

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Not familiar at all,

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?

Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

Comments?:
The lack of available information about the contract and
transparency around data types, collection, and storage
make it difficult to be knowledgeable

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates
,
Comments?:
Flock cameras have been shown to also collect images of
videos of pedestrians

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Flock is a documented bad actor in regards to safely storing and safeguarding access to data their devices collect.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
That it may aid in police investigations

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Q6

News coverage of this system in other towns,

What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
apply.

Information from town meetings or the working group,
Conversations with neighbors or friends,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
Flocks lies regarding data collection and access are well
documented and available

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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6-10 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

35-44

Your Age Range
Q10

Prefer not to answer

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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Well Versed

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Well Versed,

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?

Comments?:
My views are based on substantial research and direct
participation in Groton's public process. I have reviewed
Groton's public presentations and meeting discussions,
Police Department materials, Flock policies and contractual
information, and the Town Charter; followed Groton's Town
Meeting and Select Board consideration of the system;
researched ALPR capabilities, privacy, auditing, data
sharing, accuracy and documented misuse; reviewed how
other Massachusetts municipalities including Littleton and
Framingham have addressed Flock; followed pending
Massachusetts ALPR privacy legislation; and reviewed
information from government sources, independent
journalism, civil-liberties organizations, documented cases
of misuse, and Flock's own materials. I have deliberately
considered both the legitimate investigative benefits
claimed for ALPR and the privacy, governance and publicsafety risks.

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Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

SurveyMonkey

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates
,
Comments?:
This is a trick question and i have no idea what value this
holds. The fact is--- its hard to know as a citizen what Flock
capability is being used in Groton due to lack of
transparency, and I would add, a misconception by the
police themselves of the benefits and uses. At Town
meeting it was stated they had "4 cameras and a video" .
So i would say YES Groton captures plate images,
characteristics of the car, and in some instances video. I
have seen postings that state there are 6 Flock cameras in
use in Groton. I would say my biggest concern is the police
themselves, do not seem to publiclly state what these can
be used for in terms of investigation. They could help where
there is limited manpower to reduce investigation time. They
are not meaningful deterrents of what some asked at Town
Meeting and the Chief seemed to answer in the affirmative:
they are not traffic control, cannot catch speeders, cannot
issue tickets. In that way they do not act as a "force
multiplier". In fact, they could become an overload to the
current officers by creating so many hot list alerts that it is
hard to determine which to react to. It can lead to errors
given technology limits.

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Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
My concern is not with police technology generally, nor do I believe ALPR can never have legitimate investigative value. My concern is
that Groton is operating a powerful, searchable surveillance system without the level of independent auditing, public reporting and
demonstrated effectiveness that I believe should accompany it.
The controls described so far—limiting access to a few officers and requiring a case number—are useful, but logging is not auditing. If
an officer enters case #9035 and searches a particular plate, a meaningful audit should periodically go back to case #9035 and verify
that the plate searched, scope of the search and information accessed were actually relevant to that investigation. Documented
misuse of ALPR systems elsewhere demonstrates why good governance cannot depend solely on trusting authorized users. Trust is
not a control; verification is.
Automated alerts also need human verification. Plate-reading errors, stale or incorrect hot-list information, or other data errors can have
serious consequences. A false alert associating an innocent driver's vehicle with a dangerous suspect could cause officers to
approach an encounter believing they face a threat that does not actually exist.
I also want meaningful public reporting about effectiveness. If Groton receives large numbers of hot-list alerts, how many are verified,
how many are actionable, how many receive an officer response, and how many produce a meaningful public-safety outcome? If Flock
is justified as a “force multiplier” for a department with limited staffing, we should measure whether it actually saves officer time or
instead creates additional alerts requiring limited personnel to investigate.
Similarly, the Department has cited recurring road-rage reports at a particular intersection during approximately the same morning
hours. If existing reports already tell police where and when the problem occurs, Flock is not necessary to identify that patroldeployment need. If its value is instead identifying a vehicle after a particular incident, that should be described and evaluated as a
retrospective investigative use.
I would support consideration of ALPR under a formal, publicly adopted Select Board policy that establishes permitted and prohibited
uses, independent auditing, verification of automated alerts, external data-sharing restrictions, cybersecurity/privacy review, regular
public reporting of use and outcomes, consequences for misuse, and public/Select Board approval before expansion.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
More efficient investigation of serious crimes by helping police identify or locate a relevant vehicle when there is a legitimate
investigative need. That Groton finds an appropriate balance where technology genuinely improves public safety while preserving
residents' privacy, civil liberties and trust in local government.

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Q6

News coverage of this system in other towns,

What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
apply.

Information from town meetings or the working group,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
I don't understand why one of the options isn't "independent
research of credible sources" Since those aren't listed, here
are what else formed my very informed views on this topic:
Independent research into ALPR/camera technology
Government reports, legislation, court decisions or
regulatory materials Privacy, cybersecurity or civil-liberties
organizations Vendor/manufacturer information Public
records, contracts, policies or meeting records Documented
incidents involving successful use or misuse of the
technology Direct participation in Town government/Town
Meeting

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

Comment:
Why is this relevant?

Respondent skipped this question

Your Age Range
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Area ofTown that you live?

Q11

Other (please specify):
Why is this relevant, we are one town and the policies and
processes should not be dependent on where you live in
Town

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68.160.141.184

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Well Versed

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
What happens to the data, as far as selling to third parties.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Zero

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SurveyMonkey

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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this view?

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Prefer not to answer

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

35-44

Your Age Range
Q10

Prefer not to answer

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Prefer not to answer

Relationship to Town

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Well Versed

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Well Versed

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Despite what may be GPD's best efforts, I do not believe Flock can be trusted to protect data. There is good reason there is so much
national controversy and so many towns, including in MA, ending contracts or letting them expire without renewal.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
I don't think the benefits of this technology outweigh the risks to privacy

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Q6

News coverage of this system in other towns,

What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
apply.

Information from town meetings or the working group,
Conversations with neighbors or friends,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
Since the votes at town meeting (to allocate the money in
the first place, and then refusing to allocate the funding at
Spring '26's meeting), the information available to the public
about Flock has changed. The public in general has gained
a greater understanding of how they work, how they have
repeatedly been used maliciously by end-users, and how
the company itself has ignored contracts and refused to
protect data.

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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6-10 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

35-44

Your Age Range
Q10

Prefer not to answer

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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Somewhat familiar

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Sharing with folks like ICE who will use our protected information to abduct people

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Solve crimes with higher efficiency

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SurveyMonkey

Loosely held belief

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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6-10 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

35-44

Your Age Range
Q10

West Groton

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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Well Versed

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Well Versed

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They capture still images

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
My concern is not with the technology, but that we will fold to political pressure and get rid of FLOCK.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Its a great tool for law enforcement to solve crime in this area. We are not exempt.

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Personal experience with crime or safety issues in

What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
apply.

Groton
,
Any Comments?:
This is a tool I use and have seen the demonstrated benefit
of.

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SurveyMonkey

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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this view?

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6-10 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

35-44

Your Age Range
Q10

Respondent skipped this question

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Resident

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Not familiar at all

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Not familiar at all

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

I don't know

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

Respondent skipped this question

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if
any?
Q5

Respondent skipped this question

What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this
technology?

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News coverage of this system in other towns,

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Q7

No strong feeling one way or the other

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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30+ years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

65+

Your Age Range
Q10

Groton Center

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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Well Versed

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Well Versed

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Affixing a GOS locator to a car requires a warrant but searching camera databases, which effectively track citizens everywhere, does
not. There are very few guardrails against abuse of these systems.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Zero hope for this tech.They are a massive intrusion and effectively stalk citizens. Get rid of it

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What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
apply.

General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
Get a warrant or leave me the hell alone.

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SurveyMonkey

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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Comment:

How long have you lived in Groton?

I live in Pepperell and Groton erecting these cameras
impact thousands of citizens outside of Groton. The
cameras are placed at choke points and anyone commuting
through Groton is impacted.

Q9

45-54

Your Age Range
Q10
Area ofTown that you live?
Q11
Relationship to Town

Other (please specify):
Pepperell

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Travel through Groton n many times a week

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Somewhat familiar

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systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
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They capture still images

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video or just capture still images of license plates?
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Loosely held belief

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1 - 5 years

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25-34

Your Age Range
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Prefer not to answer

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Resident

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license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They capture still images

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Ensuring that it is used properly by authorities

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Have all police sign receive training on proper usage and sign agreements that they will be fired or suspended for misuse of the
technology

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Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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30+ years

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55-64

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Four Corners

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Resident

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72.70.55.209

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Somewhat familiar

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systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Bad actors using the information against private citizens

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Tracking criminal activity

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Loosely held belief

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Lifelong Resident

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45-54

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West Groton

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Resident

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108.20.79.82

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Comments?:
The town has not provided information about how the

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Comments?:

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

And town government has not provided us any information
about the software they want to buy.

Comments?:
This is a no question.

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
That the town has not started this large purchase with insipient knowledge to the whole.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
We stop what is going one and go about after we, the residents, have seen had a chance to see, in detail, what is going on. Many
towns prohibited this software being. Groton should to the same thing .

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General principles/values about privacy and

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government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
We should not have started this software without well
trained software engineers and software professionals. PS,
there is lots of people in this town who could have work with
you to purchased this software.

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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30+ years

How long have you lived in Groton?
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65+

Your Age Range
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Four Corners

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Other (please specify):

Relationship to Town

but a person who has worked for about 40 years in
networks, computers, software, and creating software for
customers.

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172.56.196.177

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Well Versed

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They capture still images

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Abuse that has already been shown to happen including in Massachusetts. There’s basically no crime in Groton anyway why do you
want to track us?

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
My single biggest hope is you guys like it when the people shove these cameras up your asses. :)

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Personal experience with crime or safety issues in

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Groton
,
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Conversations with neighbors or friends,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
“Those who sacrifice freedom for security deserve neither.” Benny Franklin

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
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35-44

Your Age Range
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Four Corners

Area ofTown that you live?
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Resident

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#144
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108.7.40.178

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Not familiar at all

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license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Not familiar at all,

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?

Q3

Comments?:
Lets get back to community policing. Technology fails, or
will definitely fail when a cop is at fault

I don't know,
Comments?:
Why can't the officers just do their jobs with integrity

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Profiling

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Use of cameras should limit the need to high priced cruisers and officers

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Respondent skipped this question

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Respondent skipped this question

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Prefer not to answer

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Prefer not to answer

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Prefer not to answer

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Prefer not to answer

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24.179.127.17

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Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Misuse of them by companies and other personal

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Help find people

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Strongly held based upon gut feel or preconcieved

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

notions

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6-10 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
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35-44

Your Age Range
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Four Corners

Area ofTown that you live?
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Resident

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185.195.59.174

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Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They capture still images

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Improper use

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
NONE

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Groton
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government (not specific to this system)

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SurveyMonkey

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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this view?

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11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

55-64

Your Age Range
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West Groton

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Resident

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#147
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108.49.50.64

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Somewhat familiar

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license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Well Versed,

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?

Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

Comments?:
People in favor tout law enforcement capabilities. Non local
use of the data is my largest concern.

I don't know,
Comments?:
I have heard that the data to be gleaned from still images
goes beyond license plates

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
I don’t want private or government comprehensive tracking as the results are exploitative and also infringe on personal liberties.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Improved local law enforcement

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Personal experience with crime or safety issues in

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Groton
,
News coverage of this system in other towns,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

55-64

Your Age Range
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Groton Center

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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#148
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75.135.122.226

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Comments?:
when they are for taking tolls on roads I approve the use.

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?

When they are used to track citizens I DO NOT APPROVE
of their use.

Q2
How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?

Somewhat familiar,
Comments?:
There is a flock system at the end of my road I
ABSOLUTELY DO NOT APPROVE of its use to track
people. I can think of no good use it could be put to in
GROTON

Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates
,
Comments?:
They can do both if someone wants to pay for that. I guess
that most do still pictures.

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Tracking what everyone is doing is POLICE STATE thinking. It breaches everyone's privacy. It smacks of totalitarianism and is really
unAmerican to me

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
That they remove it -- Keep it for tolls. Keep it off the streets of our country.

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General principles/values about privacy and

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apply.

government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
This is DICTATOR thinking to put tracking on streets to see
what everyone is doing. STOP IT

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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30+ years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

65+

Your Age Range
Q10

Four Corners

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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96.237.149.62

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Q2

Somewhat familiar

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systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

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video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

Respondent skipped this question

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Respondent skipped this question

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Respondent skipped this question

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Respondent skipped this question

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108.20.79.254

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Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Privacy

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Safety

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No strong feeling one way or the other

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this view?

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11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

55-64

Your Age Range
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Groton Center

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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108.49.57.4

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Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Loss of our constitutional rights and explotation of the data collected for other purposes

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
None

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Q6

News coverage of this system in other towns,

What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
apply.

Information from town meetings or the working group,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
The failure of the Groton Police to be transparent with
citizens about the use of Flock cameras has definitely
shaped by opinion

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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30+ years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

65+

Your Age Range
Q10

Four Corners

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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47.14.231.57

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Somewhat familiar

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Lack of accountability; misuse by those with access to the data;

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Its widespread use is stopped

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Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

65+

Your Age Range
Q10

West Groton

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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#153
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172.110.60.224

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Well Versed

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

Respondent skipped this question

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
once data is aggregated and shared it cannot be "pulled back" and over time rules and controls around usage are expanded, forgotten
or not followed. There is a lot more to say than this survey allows, but I have 30 years of experience with data and it's persistence - so
my views informed and not naive.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
That we realize that just because we can do something doesn't mean we should.

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Q6

Information from town meetings or the working group,

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apply.

Conversations with neighbors or friends,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
30 years of experience working with data, technology and
its use along with being a student of history and the "it's
different this time" trap we all fall into

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

Prefer not to answer

Your Age Range
Q10
Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Other (please specify):
East Groton

Resident

Relationship to Town

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174.196.200.47

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Not familiar at all

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Not familiar at all

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

I don't know

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Invasion of privacy.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
It will be used for ethical purposes.

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General principles/values about privacy and

What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
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government (not specific to this system)

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Loosely held belief

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

55-64

Your Age Range
Q10

Four Corners

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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Well Versed

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Well Versed

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They capture still images

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Keep surveillance out of our great town! Follow what many neighboring towns are doing by deactivating and removing them. Crime is
not an issue in our town, give us the benefit of the doubt and the freedom to move around without being tracked.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Body worn cameras have great benefit for both the officer and the civilian. That is entirely separate from adding surveillance across
the town to track our movements. Seems pretty straight forward, right?

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News coverage of this system in other towns,

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Information from town meetings or the working group,
Conversations with neighbors or friends,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
The entire country is reconsidering Flock cameras - time to
do the right thing and listen to the people of this community.

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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1 - 5 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

35-44

Your Age Range
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Four Corners

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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Q3

I don't know,
Comments?:
Certainly, cameras can capture still images with sufficient

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

resolution to read license plates, but not sure if they have
video ability or where all that data would be stored.

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
I have no concerns and do not understand why folks are so upset about this topic. I have nothing to hide about where I go on the
streets of Groton.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Providing evidence to help solve a crime

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News coverage of this system in other towns,

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Any Comments?:
I've heard about some serious crimes for which cameras
helped provide evidence to help identify the perpetrators

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notions

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1 - 5 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

65+

Your Age Range
Q10
Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Other (please specify):
Hayden Road area

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Q2

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systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Misuse. Collected data should reside only in the town and not be federated with other systems or databases. Such data should only
be interrogated by designated police employees of the town. Permanent logging of all data interrogation/viewing should be automated.
Logs should be reviewed for misuse by non-police department town employees. The police department should provide a yearly report
to the town itemizing uses of the system, reasons for use and outcomes from the systems use.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Provide a useful tool to aid safety and law enforcement.

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General principles/values about privacy and

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government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
Great care needs to taken to prevent misuse of data
collection (including video), to protect: privacy, patterns of
life determination, and general rights to privacy and avoid
contributing to a surveillance state.

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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30+ years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

65+

Your Age Range
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Four Corners

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Resident

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Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates
,
Comments?:
You can say that they don’t record video but it’s been
proven without a doubt multiple times that these companies
are recording video and not being transparent about it.

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Loss of privacy which is already dwindling in America. The misuse of the technology so that police officers can stalk whoever they
want (which has already happened over and over and over again). The fact that this data is being sold to any private company and we
don’t get to know which. The fact that multiple people have already been arrested falsely due to misinterpretation of this technology
and a stunning lack of oversight. The fact that these cameras are run by an opaque private company whose own CEO would never
allow a flock camera near his home, once he has one outside his house call me back and I’ll consider it

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Zero, none, nothing. Don’t let them in our town

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News coverage of this system in other towns,

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apply.

Conversations with neighbors or friends,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
There are no crime or safety issues in groton, what could
you possibly need surveillance devices for

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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Lifelong Resident

How long have you lived in Groton?
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25-34

Your Age Range
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West Groton

Area ofTown that you live?
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Resident

Relationship to Town

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Q3

They capture still images

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
I dont want to be tracked leaving my house and where I am going when I dont do anything wrong

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Groton
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government (not specific to this system)

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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this view?

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1 - 5 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

35-44

Your Age Range
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Four Corners

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Resident

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Not familiar at all

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license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Not familiar at all

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systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

I don't know

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Tracking - invasion of privacy

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Safety

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notions

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11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

55-64

Your Age Range
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Four Corners

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license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

I don't know

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Privacy, and who the info is shared with, and whether or not it can be "hacked" by others not authorized to view it

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
I wish we didn't have it at the end of Hayden Rd...but if it has to be there, I guess helpful if the town needs to see road conditions
(ice/snow)

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11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

45-54

Your Age Range
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Four Corners

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Resident

Relationship to Town

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Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Well Versed

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Invasion of privacy, unauthorized sharing of information, tracking individuals without a warrant or their knowledge.
ASSUMING ALL CITIZENS ARE GUILTY OF SOME CRIME AND TRACKING THEIR EVERY MOVE

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
I hope it brings attention that our governments and the people that work in government, even at the local level, aren't trying to make
our lives better, and instead are using it to control us.

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Information from town meetings or the working group,
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government (not specific to this system)

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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this view?

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6-10 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

35-44

Your Age Range
Q10

Prefer not to answer

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Well Versed

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systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
4th amendment violations. Data storage.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Dont have any.

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government (not specific to this system)

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Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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11 - 30 years

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55-64

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Four Corners

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I see the value of the technology but I’m concerned about

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
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the potential for abuse.

Q2

Not familiar at all,

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?

Q3

Comments?:
I first became aware of them when I noticed one attached to
a pole at the end of my street.

I don't know,
Comments?:
I don’t know about what is currently happening, but the

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

technology is there to do all of the above.

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
“Big Brother is watching you!”

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
I don’t see any benefits as cost-effective.

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government (not specific to this system)

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30+ years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

65+

Your Age Range
Q10
Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Other (please specify):
I don’t know how to identify my area in town.

Resident

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Q2

Somewhat familiar

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systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

They capture still images,
Comments?:
Depends on which Flock product is used.

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Flock does not use end to end encryption. Therefore they have access to the database of all of their cameras. From there they can
provide the data to anyone including the government. This will eventually create a surveillance state.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
If Groton police purchase a local license plate reading system that only they have access to the I see an overall advantage to local
policing. The day should be encrypted and made available only to Groton police for legitimate police work and by a court with a proper
warrant.

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government (not specific to this system)

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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this view?

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6-10 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

65+

Your Age Range
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Four Corners

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Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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Q2

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systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

I don't know,
Comments?:
I don't know. I believe still. They are flock cameras so they
can create heat maps and track individual driver data for up
to a month which seems like a horrible idea. Several police
forces have cancelled Flock camera contracts as their
executives are not truthful about the technology and data
usage.

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
1. There have been many cases of police in the US using the data and it turns out the data was wrong and people were accused of
things they did not do. 2. Tracking individual movements like flock can do and inserting that data into their larger eco system seems
like and invasion of privacy and rights. Authoritarian states are for the birds

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
I have no hope for this technology. Every step we take that infringes on our civil liberties is a step backwards. We live in a small
community. I completely respect our police force but there is a lot of evidence that flock cameras have facilitated lazy police work
where facts aren't check. Humans in the loop are important. Do your jobs.

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Personal experience with crime or safety issues in

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Groton
,
News coverage of this system in other towns,
Conversations with neighbors or friends,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
Interviews with flock CEO have been disheartening as well.
We shouldn't be rewarding technology like this. Flock wants
to make money and have a history of dishonesty. They
don't care about civil liberties and are pretty much on record
about that. The accuracy of the algorithms has flaws and
using that data to put residents in potential jeopardy of false
accusations and legal action is bad form.

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

45-54

Your Age Range
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Prefer not to answer

Area ofTown that you live?
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systems and if/how they are used in Groton?

Comments?:
What crimes have they helped with in Groton (specifically
which ones and how many, and what kind of help was
needed - something no other tool could do)? What is our
crime rate and types of crimes committed?

Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

They capture still images,
Comments?:
The primary product is images, but I do believe some
ALPRs are starting to offer video: Traditional and most
widely deployed ALPRs primarily capture standalone static
images, but the industry has increasingly shifted toward
systems that record video. (Wired) Also enough images
strung together is basically video in all intents and
purposes.

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Pervasive surveillance: Slippery slope when privacy is already at a premium in our society.
Capitalism: We know that the leading companies in this space operate strictly "for profit" - so, they will find ways to make money on
our data, our movements, us, and we probably won't like it.
Misuse: This tool allows stalking and targeting on a major scale with few guardrails, tie in that they aren't perfect and you have a
"perfect storm" for enabling harassment and potentially deadly interactions due to mistaken identity.

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What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Honestly? That we as a society don't need these kinds of preventative & detection aids, but I know that is naive. But to expect that
they will be used without someone abusing them is also naive.

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Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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How long have you lived in Groton?
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35-44

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Prefer not to answer

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How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They capture still images

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
privacy. police misuse.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
That we can feel confident it will only be turned on when police have strong confidence it will stop a criminal. Not on 24/7 (more like
.5/24hr. A senior officer must approve turning it on. We need accountability.

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Personal experience with crime or safety issues in

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Groton
,
Any Comments?:
We've had problem police in Groton (fortunately, I'm not
aware of any current problems). I've had bad experiences
with police in neighboring towns; bored police; manipulative
and egotistical police. Police are human too; they make
mistakes, but when police make mistakes, it's a much
bigger deal than when almost anyone else makes a
mistake.

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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30+ years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

65+

Your Age Range
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Four Corners

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Resident

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Before today, how familiar were you with automated
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Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Poor guardrails, poor regulations, known abuse of information, private tech has a poor track record of privacy, inaccurate information
and over reliance on tech.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
None

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SurveyMonkey

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Groton
,
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Conversations with neighbors or friends,
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government (not specific to this system)

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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this view?

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11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

45-54

Your Age Range
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Groton Center

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Resident

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Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Well Versed

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They capture still images

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Abuse and now we are a police nation

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
None. I do not support their use at all. Too many videos online of misreading the plates and innocent people getting caught in felony
stops. This puts innocent people at risk.

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SurveyMonkey

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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Prefer not to answer

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55-64

Your Age Range
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Prefer not to answer

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Property owner but not resident

Relationship to Town

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Q2

Not familiar at all,

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systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

Comments?:
Moved new into town

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Misuse

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Respondent skipped this question

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1 - 5 years

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45-54

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Prefer not to answer

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Q2

Somewhat familiar

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systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

I don't know

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Scope creep, misuse of information

Q5

Respondent skipped this question

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technology?

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News coverage of this system in other towns

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Q7
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Strongly held based upon gut feel or preconcieved
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11 - 30 years

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65+

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Prefer not to answer

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Resident

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#174
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47.14.234.212

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Well Versed

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license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Well Versed

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

They capture still images,
Comments?:
Flock also offers video capture, but I don't expect they sell
that much.

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Warrantless or secret access to, or indirect use of, Flock database by agencies outside of Massachusetts.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Speed up/enable Groton police to investigate complaints in or near Groton.

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Q6

News coverage of this system in other towns,

What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
apply.

Conversations with neighbors or friends,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
Some news was highlighted by local groups (not live talk). I
read daily about technology, tech business news and US
news.

Q7
Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

Strongly held based upon gut feel or preconcieved
notions

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30+ years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

55-64

Your Age Range
Q10

Four Corners

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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#175
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108.7.40.191

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Comments?:
I read about them in the news

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar,

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?

Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

Comments?:
I have heard they are in use through online information and
newspapers

I don't know,
Comments?:
I know they capture data identifying the car license plate but
not sure if video or still. Doesnt matter to me as it is still
intrusive

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
I do not believe we should be tracking peoples movements. There is no guarantee how this material is used and I would go out of my
way to avoid roads with the cameras. I do not support the use of the flock cameras. There does not appear to be proper regulation and
consideration of citizens rights.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
I would like to see it removed.

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Q6

News coverage of this system in other towns,

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Conversations with neighbors or friends,
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government (not specific to this system)

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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Q8

30+ years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

65+

Your Age Range
Q10

Groton Center

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Resident

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#176
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174.208.227.229

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Not familiar at all

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Not familiar at all

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They record video

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Honestly, I have none

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Catch the wrongdoer in circumstances where we need to learn the facts of an incident or track down a wrongdoer who fled the scene

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SurveyMonkey

Strongly held based upon gut feel or preconcieved

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

notions

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11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

55-64

Your Age Range
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Groton Center

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Resident

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#177
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108.20.77.203

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Somewhat familiar

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Not familiar at all

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

I don't know,
Comments?:
The technology/capability exists to do both as well as
extract image data (i.e. license number, time, travel
direction)

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Misuse - which I believe can be mitigated by proper access, controls and storage mechanisms. Depending on the vendor/solution and
contract this can be under municipal control. For instance the system could only allow access to data from specific times/locations or
reporting on a list of licenses where owner has warrants or whatever the town determines with appropriate access and oversight.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Public safety, Crime detection, prevention & enforcement

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SurveyMonkey

General principles/values about privacy and

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apply.

government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
There are legitimate concerns as well as benefits to this
technology. Unfortunately - like most discourse these days the issue can be clouded by hyperbole, false or distorted
information.

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

Prefer not to answer

Your Age Range
Q10

West Groton

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Resident

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#178
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108.20.77.203

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Somewhat familiar

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
I personally don’t have any concerns. If it helps with safety, I’m all for it. So many instances of bad driving. Running lights, crossing
double yellow lines to pass someone, tailgating. Just to name a few.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
To make driving safer.

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Personal experience with crime or safety issues in
Groton

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SurveyMonkey

No strong feeling one way or the other

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11 - 30 years

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Q9

65+

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West Groton

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Resident

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#179
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108.49.57.97

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Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
The information being intrusive, and in the wrong hands, such as our fascist government, it would be used to track us and curtail our
liberties.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
I hope we get rid of all the fuck cameras and surveillance cameras in the entire state of Massachusetts, but especially Groton.

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#180
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72.70.55.230

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Not familiar at all,
Comments?:
Not sure I’m on board

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Not familiar at all

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

I don't know

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Don’t want to be watched. If used for vehicular incidents that’s ok. Nothing else!

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Use it accordingly…

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SurveyMonkey

Strongly held based upon gut feel or preconcieved

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notions

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30+ years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

65+

Your Age Range
Q10

North Groton

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Resident

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173.76.170.205

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Somewhat familiar

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license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Not familiar at all

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

I don't know

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Misuse in tracking individuals not related to solving crimes.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Assist police in solving crimes.

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SurveyMonkey

No strong feeling one way or the other

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55-64

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Four Corners

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#182
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146.75.253.248

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Q2

Somewhat familiar

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systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They capture still images

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Privacy for law abiding citizens- majority of people. And the potential misuse of the data.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Don’t think they are necessary

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SurveyMonkey

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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Q9

55-64

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Four Corners

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Before today, how familiar were you with automated
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Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They capture still images

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Invasion of privacy.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
None

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SurveyMonkey

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

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18-24

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Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates
,
Comments?:
They do not only capture license plates, but also
surroundings, including people.

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Mass surveillance, abuse, indefinite data retention, lack of consent, tech corporations having too much power without the restrictions
of government surveillance systems

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
I do not believe there are any legitimate benefits compared to conventional police work, especially when considering the long list of
risks and drawbacks.

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Q6

Conversations with neighbors or friends,

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apply.

General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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Lifelong Resident

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

18-24

Your Age Range
Q10

Prefer not to answer

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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#186
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Web Link 1 (Web Link)
Friday, September 04, 2026 12:36:30 PM
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146.75.253.249

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Well Versed

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Well Versed

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
privacy

Q5

Respondent skipped this question

What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this
technology?

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SurveyMonkey

Personal experience with crime or safety issues in

What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
apply.

Groton
,
News coverage of this system in other towns,
Information from town meetings or the working group,
Conversations with neighbors or friends,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
i hate them.

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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Q8

11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

18-24

Your Age Range
Q10

West Groton

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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#187
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Friday, September 04, 2026 1:20:53 PM
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146.75.236.28

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Q1

Somewhat familiar

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Not familiar at all

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They record video

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
Active tracking license plates throughout the vendor’s system.

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
Assist local police with solving crimes, not monitoring the public. Video should be available to review crimes and locate individuals
involved with a warrant. It should not be used to actively track or monitor people in real time, unless there is cause to believe an
individual is a danger or is in danger and not without a warrant.

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Q6

Conversations with neighbors or friends,

What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
apply.

General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
I have nothing against our local public safety department,
but I am very skeptical about how large corporations are
using AI and how private citizens privacy is being eroded.
We already have very little privacy without being monitored
24/7.

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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Q8

11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

55-64

Your Age Range
Q10

West Groton

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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Friday, September 04, 2026 1:24:14 PM
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174.196.200.130

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Q1

Well Versed,
Comments?:
The flock cameras are not just license plate readers

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3
As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates
,
Comments?:
And also auto zoom in on your phone screen if they can

Q4
What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
That the company’s running this dont take the proper precautions and measures to keep the data safe and not abuse it

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
I would be fine with license plate readers if they were actually just that cause it could help the police do their job but the current uses
for them are just to diversified and unregulated

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News coverage of this system in other towns,

What has shaped your view on this topic? Select all that
apply.

Conversations with neighbors or friends,
General principles/values about privacy and
government (not specific to this system)
,
Any Comments?:
I’m against any form of surveillance but I understand the
uses and how it can help if done correctly.

Q7

Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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Q8

Lifelong Resident

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

Prefer not to answer

Your Age Range
Q10

Four Corners

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Prefer not to answer

Relationship to Town

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Friday, September 04, 2026 1:38:32 PM
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187.13.13.110

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Q1

Well Versed

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Somewhat familiar

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

They record both video or capture still images of
license plates

As far as you know, do these kinds of cameras record
video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

What is your single biggest concern with this technology, if any?
overreach

Q5
What is your single biggest hope of expected benefit of this technology?
I don’t expect any benefit that outweighs my worry

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government (not specific to this system)

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Strongly held based upon researched knowledge

Regarding the previous question.... How strongly held is
this view?

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Q8

11 - 30 years

How long have you lived in Groton?
Q9

25-34

Your Age Range
Q10

Groton Center

Area ofTown that you live?
Q11

Resident

Relationship to Town

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#190
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Monday, September 07, 2026 2:39:06 PM
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47.14.228.241

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Q1

Not familiar at all

Before today, how familiar were you with automated
license plate reader systems and how they're used?
Q2

Not familiar at all

How familiar are you with automated license plate reader
systems and if/how they are used in Groton?
Q3

I don't know

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video or just capture still images of license plates?
Q4

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