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Newport approves purchase of 2026 Tesla Model Y for police department
Summary
The Newport Board of Commissioners authorized a purchase order for a 2026 Tesla Model Y all-wheel drive for use by the police department, citing positive results from the department’s Tesla pilot program and expected maintenance and fuel savings; the motion passed unanimously.
The Newport Board of Commissioners on June 23 approved Commissioners Order No. 50, authorizing the city manager to issue a purchase order for a 2026 Tesla Model Y all-wheel drive for use in the Newport Police Department.
The Police Chief summarized the department’s pilot program with Teslas and reported positive operational experience, saying the vehicles are "requiring very little maintenance if any, and they're saving a lot of gas." The chief added that the department’s mechanic had said the Teslas could reduce mechanic workload.
After brief discussion and no public comment, commissioners voted by roll call to approve the purchase order. The transcript records unanimous "Yes" votes from the five commissioners present.
The transcript does not include purchase price, funding source or vehicle assignment details; those specifics were not given during the meeting and would be available from the police department or city purchasing records.
