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Resident asks Buckner to donate surplus police Jeep to nearby churches for security; council approves
Summary
During public comment a resident asked the city to donate an old, largely stripped police Jeep to local churches for use as a security vehicle; council members noted the vehicle's poor mechanical condition but approved the donation by motion.
A resident during public comment asked the Board of Aldermen to donate a surplus police Jeep that has been parked for more than two years to local churches or a ministerial alliance for use as a security vehicle. The commenter said the vehicle "will barely pull itself" and recounted instances when it died during a parade trip; they said the churches had discussed buying it for a small amount but preferred a donation.
Council members noted that most police equipment and decals would be removed before transfer and that the vehicle appears mechanically unreliable. One council member said a mechanic had not inspected the engine and described knocking sounds; another said much of the equipment has already been stripped out and the churches would likely only receive lights and a spotlight.
A motion to donate the vehicle passed by voice vote. The clerk/administration will ensure law‑enforcement markings and equipment are removed and coordinate transfer logistics with the recipient organizations.
