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Newport approves purchase order for one Tesla Model Y for code enforcement
Summary
The commission authorized the city manager to issue a purchase order for one Tesla Model Y for use in the code enforcement department and discussed cost, take‑home assignment and verification of federal incentives.
The Board of Commissioners voted to authorize the city manager to issue a purchase order for one Tesla Model Y to be assigned to the code enforcement department.
City staff presented the item as part of a broader effort to expand the city’s electric vehicle fleet and retire aging gasoline vehicles used by planning, development and code enforcement staff. Staff said the purchase is intended as a pilot for a…
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