Police chief seeks $25,064 for 13 patrol rifle packages; council hears request

Aug 28, 2026

Chief Hesselton asked council to approve purchase of 13 patrol rifle packages at $1,928 each (total $25,064), noting the expense was included in the adopted budget and will replace aging equipment.

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Chief Hesselton told the council the East Ridge Police Department requests purchase of 13 patrol rifle packages to replace aging equipment. He said the total package cost is $25,064, which breaks down to about $1,928 per rifle and that the purchase was included in the city's budget.

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