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Ponce Inlet police request replacement of oldest patrol vehicle; purchase vs. lease to be decided by Council
Summary
Police Chief Glazier told the board the oldest fleet vehicle’s repair costs now exceed routine maintenance and asked the Council to consider replacement; staff will follow Town Council direction on whether to buy or lease.
Police Chief Glazier told the Essential Services Advisory Board that the department is requesting funds in the FY 26/27 capital budget to replace the oldest vehicle in the fleet, citing that its repair costs exceed routine maintenance.
Chief Glazier reviewed condition details and compared purchasing versus leasing options, and said staff will proceed on the option the Town Council determines to be most cost‑effective. No dollar amount or exact vehicle model was provided at the meeting; the request will be considered during budget preparation and Council direction.
The item was informational at the board level; no board vote on funding was taken and staff signaled they will present a formal recommendation to Council during the capital budget process.
