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Wapakoneta City Council Meeting 7/20/2026 (Video)
Published: Jul 23, 2026
City Council Addresses Transparency Concerns on ALPR Cameras and Door-to-Door Solicitors
Council Member Dunlap read an email from a resident regarding Flock ALPR cameras. The resident expressed concerns about the lack of public notification and council vote, potential constitutional issues following a Supreme Court ruling, and data ownership by Flock. The resident requested transparency, public decision-making, and clear data privacy policies. Administration acknowledged the concerns and committed to providing answers. Separately, the Mayor highlighted a new feature on the city website listing active permits for door-to-door solicitors and food trucks, aimed at protecting residents and ensuring transparency regarding who is operating within the city.
Council Debates Park Levy Options, Considers Lodging Tax for Park Improvements
The council discussed options for a new park levy, considering a 1.5-mil levy for three years or a 2-mil levy for five years. It was noted that the current levy is lapsing, and neither proposed option would fully cover all identified park needs. The council expressed a preference for the 2-mil levy. Additionally, a proposal was made to allocate 12% of lodging tax revenues to the Parks Department for improvements and tourism enhancements. A committee meeting for the levy is scheduled.
Council Authorizes Purchase of New Refuse Trucks, Considers Tote Options
The council moved forward with approving Ordinance 2026-37, which authorizes the purchase of two new refuse trucks from ISER Equipment LLC and a lease agreement with Daimler Truck Financial Services USA LLC. The ordinance includes emergency language to allow for immediate implementation upon passage. The council also discussed Ordinance 2026-39, which relates to purchasing refuse collection totes from ISER Equipment LLC, and Ordinance 2026-44, concerning refuse collection totes from Best Equipment Company Inc., indicating options are being considered for these purchases.
City Council Approves Veteran Banner Project Plan, Authorizes Contract with Out on Limbs Tree Service LLC
The council reviewed and approved the plan for the Veteran Banner Project, which involves collaboration between the city and the VVA. The plan outlines specific routes for banner installation and maintenance, with the city responsible for one route and a contractor for another. Provisions are in place for banners in non-designated locations and for future requests. The project has an annual budget of $10,000, with a review scheduled for 2027. An ordinance will be drafted to formalize the city's cooperation with the VVA and a contract with Out on Limbs Tree Service LLC.
Resident Raises Concerns Over Flock Camera Privacy, Data Ownership; Council to Seek Answers
Council Member Dunlap read an email from a resident expressing concerns about the city's use of Flock ALPR cameras. The concerns included the lack of public notification and council vote for the decision, potential constitutional implications following the Supreme Court's Chattery v. United States decision regarding location data privacy, and questions about data ownership and control by Flock. The resident requested transparency, public decision-making, and clear data privacy policies. Administration responded by stating the cameras were purchased through the budget and locations are public knowledge. They committed to answering the resident's questions.
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