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Council approves lease-purchase for two police pursuit SUVs after budget debate

Jefferson City Council · March 18, 2026
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Summary

After lengthy public comment and budget scrutiny, the Jefferson council approved a three-year governmental lease-purchase for two pre-upfitted 2026 Dodge Durango pursuit vehicles, with a $20,000 down payment per vehicle and council vote recorded 4–1 in favor.

Council members voted 4–1 to approve a governmental lease-purchase agreement for two 2026 Dodge Durango pursuit vehicles, following a detailed presentation from American National Leasing and an extended public discussion about fleet needs, city finances and alternatives.

Eric Reid of American National Leasing described the product: a pre-built pursuit Durango with upfit package, listed at…

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