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City accepts federal grant to buy three electric administrative police vehicles
Summary
Council approved acceptance of a Department of Energy energy-efficiency grant ($121,260) to purchase three electric non-patrol vehicles for the police department’s investigative division; vehicles cannot be used for road patrol and chargers may cost about $4,000 each unless donated.
The Taylor City Council voted to accept an Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant from the U.S. Department of Energy totaling $121,260 to purchase three electric, non-patrol vehicles for the police department’s investigative division.
Councilman Witten moved the measure, supported by Councilman Johnson; the motion passed by voice vote. City and police officials said the grant requires the vehicles be used for administrative duties (the grant prohibits road-patrol use). The department said detectives will drive the vehicles and that the city’s policy prohibits take-home vehicles.
Officials outlined warranty and maintenance coverage: vendor-backed battery warranties of 8 years/100,000 miles and bumper-to-bumper coverage for three years/36,000 miles; a prepaid maintenance plan is included, the chief said. Council members asked about possible extra costs for charging infrastructure; presenters said an individual charger costs about $4,000 but noted some manufacturers or private donors might provide chargers at no cost. Staff said they may pursue donated chargers if the council approves the purchase.
Ending
The council approved acceptance of the grant and purchase plan; staff will proceed with vehicle procurement under the grant’s terms and explore charger options that minimize added city expense.
