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Resident questions police fleet spending; staff says funds come from sale of retired vehicles

St. Joseph City Council · June 12, 2023
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Summary

A resident questioned use of funding for police fleet repairs and new vehicles; city staff told council proceeds from retired-vehicle sales will fund maintenance and repair, not necessarily American Rescue Plan funds.

A resident at the St. Joseph City Council meeting on May 30 questioned the city's approach to police fleet funding and whether purchasing additional vehicles or using general funds was appropriate while the department faces staffing shortages.

Guillermo Pena, a resident who spoke during the police-budget item, said he had seen police activity…

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