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Soddy‑Daisy commissioners approve up to $30,000 for static tank display in Veterans Park
Summary
The Board of Commissioners unanimously approved up to $30,000 to acquire a static military tank for Veterans Park, authorizing purchase of a Circa 1952 Patton II (preferred) or a Circa 1955 M41 Walker Bulldog if the Patton is unavailable; funds will come from Park Improvements.
The Soddy‑Daisy Board of Commissioners voted unanimously on Nov. 3 to authorize up to $30,000 to acquire a static military tank for display in Veterans Park. Commissioner Coleman moved the measure, Commissioner Shipley seconded it, and the motion passed with all members in favor.
Vice‑Mayor Cothran told the board he had located three possible tanks in Alabama and estimated the demilitarization cost at about $21,372, adding that transport would be an additional expense and that the Vietnam Veterans Association cannot cover the full sum. He said the board’s preferred choice is a Circa 1952 Patton II with a 90mm gun; the motion allowed for a Circa 1955 M41 Walker Bulldog as an alternate if the Patton cannot be obtained. "The military retains ownership and the City reports to them annually," Vice‑Mayor Cothran said, noting the veterans group would maintain the tank and file required annual reports.
Finance/Recorder Burt Johnson stated the purchase would be funded from the Park Improvements line. Commissioner Shipley said that with shipping the total should be less than the $30,000 authorization. The board did not specify further procurement steps or a delivery timeline at the meeting.
The board’s action authorizes staff to proceed within the $30,000 limit; additional approvals would be required if costs exceed that cap.
