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Council hears first reading of ordinance to buy two 2024 Dodge Durangos for police at $87,400
Summary
An ordinance authorizing purchase of two 2024 Dodge Durango police pursuit vehicles from Jake Sweeney Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram for $87,400 received a first reading; no final vote was taken.
Council received a first reading of ordinance 7‑20‑25 authorizing the mayor and city administrator to enter into an agreement with Jake Sweeney Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram to purchase two 2024 Dodge Durango police pursuit vehicles for a not‑to‑exceed amount of $87,400.
Mr. Jacobs read the ordinance into the record and noted that the city accepted the state's vehicle specifications and that the vendor's price is equal to or less than the best bidder price. The ordinance authorizes the finance officer/tax commissioner to pay Jake Sweeney Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram up to $87,400 for the purchase. Council took no final vote; the item was presented as a first reading and will return for further action.
The ordinance text reiterates that formal actions were taken in open meetings in compliance with Ohio Revised Code section 121.22 and states the ordinance will take effect on the earliest date permitted by law if passed.
