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Topeka launches EV pilot, continues Get Digital program and schedules community events
Summary
City officials announced an electric vehicle pilot (one truck delivered, five more expected this year), continuation of the Topeka–Shawnee County Get Digital program to support 370 households, and upcoming community events including a Battle of the Badges blood drive and Camp Courage fire academy week.
The city manager said Topeka has started an electric vehicle pilot program with one EV truck already delivered to the inspections team and five more expected this year, for a total of six vehicles in 2026. He credited the Sustainability Commission for input and said the pilot will advance the city's sustainability goals.
The manager also re-announced the 10th annual "Battle of the Badges" blood drive scheduled for Monday, May 18 from noon to 6 p.m. at…
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