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Council approves purchase of three electric Ford F-150 Lightnings after debate over field utility needs
Summary
Council authorized purchase of three electric Ford F‑150 trucks in lieu of three electric SUVs to replace ER&R vehicles, citing better suitability for engineering and field work; some council members raised concerns about five‑foot beds, towing capacity and winter range.
The City Council approved a resolution Sept. 25 authorizing the purchase of three electric Ford F‑150 Lightning trucks to replace three vehicles currently budgeted as electric SUVs.
Staff told the council the FY2025–26 budget included funding to replace three ER&R SUVs, but the engineering and field operations groups requested pickup trucks that better meet operational needs. Staff proposed procuring 2025 model Ford F‑150 Lightnings through the state DES contract with Bud Clary Ford at an estimated cost of…
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