Police Fleet Renewal — 16 Dodge Durangos
Summary
The city is buying a $413,270 Lenco BearCat for the police SWAT team as a sole-source purchase. It's a big public-safety spend but comes without competitive bidding because Lenco is the only qualifying maker.
At a glance
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Last discussed Aug 18, 2026.
Impact analysis
$413,270 out of the police department's budget.
Police officers and residents who benefit from enhanced SWAT response capability.
No groups are directly harmed; the main trade-off is the use of tax dollars that could go elsewhere.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Agendas - Aug 18, 2026
The police department is buying 16 new Dodge Durangos for $690,288 at state contract pricing to replace aging patrol vehicles.
Agendas - May 5, 2026
The city is buying a $413,270 Lenco BearCat for the police SWAT team as a sole-source purchase. It's a big public-safety spend but comes without competitive bidding because Lenco is the only qualifying maker.
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