Flock offers workers voluntary buyouts amid backlash

Flock Safety offered employees voluntary buyouts on Friday, WIRED reported. According to an internal email seen by WIRED, the surveillance company has announced a “generous” severance package for workers who want to leave, and will grant it to the majority of those who apply.

This comes amid backlash against Flock cameras, with civilians damaging them and state officials blocking funding for Flock and ordering their removal.

Flock reportedly stated in its email that the program “treats employees with transparency, respect, and choice,” WIRED reported, and gives employees “greater agency.” Without the buyouts, those familiar with the situation suspect the company would have to lay off some of its 1,500 employees.

Some packages include months of healthcare coverage, tens of thousands of dollars, and the ability to exercise stock options within two years of leaving the company, according to WIRED. Workers have until Oct. 2 to apply for the buyout, and they’re expected to learn whether they’re accepted by Oct. 9. Those who have accepted the buyout are expected to depart the company by Oct. 29.

Flock didn’t immediately respond to WIRED‘s requests for comment.

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