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Sioux City police seek purpose‑built Bearcat, chiefs cite limitations of existing MRAP
Summary
Police Chief Mueller asked the council to budget for a purpose‑built Bearcat urban rescue vehicle, saying the previously obtained MRAP was not designed for urban use and shared ownership risks delay in response; staff noted updated pricing and delivery lead times will be returned as a technical change.
Police Chief Mueller asked the Sioux City Council during the CIP hearing to approve funding for a purpose‑built armored/rescue vehicle (a Bearcat) suited to urban operations. Mueller said the city previously acquired an MRAP through government procurement but that vehicle was built for convoy/mine protection and is not well suited for urban rescues, neighborhood operations or providing…
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