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Council hears plan to extend patrol vehicle life to five years; fleet replacement list includes five new patrol vehicles and public-works vac trailer
Summary
Staff proposed moving patrol vehicle replacement from a 4-year to a 5-year cycle to take greater advantage of warranty coverage, replacing five patrol cars this year plus other equipment; council discussed mileage, engine hours and spare vehicles for contingencies.
City staff recommended changes to the fleet-replacement plan, including moving patrol cars from a four-year to a five-year replacement cycle and replacing five patrol vehicles in FY 2026. Staff said longer replacement cycles allow the city to take advantage of warranty periods and reduce maintenance costs after the warranty period ends.
Staff noted the following specifics: most patrol cars…
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