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Sheriff cites rise in chases, requests replacement spike strips from diversion fund
Summary
Sheriff Russell Thornton said the Sheriff's Office is seeing more vehicle chases and needs new spike strips; he reported packages cost $560.00 each (10-foot coverage) with a five-year warranty and said procurement will be coordinated with the County Attorney.
Sheriff Russell Thornton briefed the Commission on the diversion fund, explaining funds originate from County Attorney diversion agreements. Thornton said the Sheriff's Office is seeing an uptick in vehicle pursuits and has increasingly relied on spike strips to safely end chases. He reported the department is using hand-me-downs from Saline County and that spike-strip packages cost "$560.00 per package which covers 10 feet" and carry a five-year warranty.
Commissioner Scott Mortimer asked whether the Sheriff had discussed the purchase with the County Attorney; Thornton said he would follow up. The conversation concluded with direction that Thornton coordinate with the County Attorney about using diversion-fund proceeds for the equipment purchase.
