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Mount Vernon approves purchase of fully outfitted K-9 police vehicle for $86,854.12
Summary
The Mount Vernon City Council approved a planned 2026–27 capital purchase: a fully outfitted K-9 police vehicle costing $86,854.12. The motion carried with three council members present; two members were absent.
Mount Vernon — The Mount Vernon City Council on July 6 approved the purchase of a fully outfitted K-9 police vehicle for $86,854.12 as part of the city’s 2026–2027 capital improvement plan.
Council member Engel moved to approve the purchase; Council member Andresen seconded the motion, which carried with Engel, Rose and Andresen voting in favor and Tuerler and Hansen‑Player absent. Staff described the purchase as a planned capital expenditure for the coming fiscal year.
The meeting record does not include detailed specifications for the vehicle beyond the total cost; council did not amend the expenditure amount. The approved purchase releases funds for procurement and vehicle outfitting under the city’s capital program.
