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Durham approves purchase and upfitting of 77 hybrid police SUVs amid public calls to redirect funds to housing
Summary
Council authorized the purchase of 77 hybrid police patrol SUVs for $3.66 million and a $1.22 million upfitting contract; public speakers urged the city to shift those funds to supportive housing and services for the unhoused, prompting councilmembers to summarize current housing investments and planned follow-ups.
The Durham City Council voted unanimously to authorize a contract for the purchase of 77 hybrid police patrol SUVs for $3,662,325.59 and a separate upfitting contract for police equipment and wiring for $1,217,430.06.
During public comment, Samuel Scarborough and Elizabeth Arant urged the council to consider alternatives, saying the city should prioritize affordable and…
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