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Police chief urges faster replacement of aging patrol cars; discussion of leasing and equipment transfer
Summary
Police presentation described multiple patrol cars with heavy mileage and proposed obtaining pursuit‑package vehicles sooner via leasing or purchase; staff said new radios and equipment would be moved into the new vehicles.
The police representative outlined fleet problems: several patrol vehicles have more than 150,000 miles and units are being held from officer use. The speaker said the department prefers pursuit‑package vehicles now rather than waiting for 2026 builds and described options including American National Leasing and other upfitters; he said some quotes were about $30,000 cheaper overall from alternate vendors.
The presenter clarified that equipment from older cars, including radios and other kit, would be transferred to the new vehicles. Council members discussed financing terms and whether a lower rate later would allow reamortization; staff said they would ask the lender about potential reamortization if rates fall.
