Girardville buying new police car, but tax increase to follow [Republican & Herald, Pottsville, Pa.]
By John E. Usalis, Republican & Herald, Pottsville, Pa. | |
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However, the unexpected need to purchase a police vehicle at this time could also add as much as 4 mills to the 2014 budget, which is being discussed.
In a 4-0 vote, the council approved the purchase of a 2013 Ford Interceptor from
According to
"We looked at the vehicle with the mayor and police, and everyone seemed satisfied that it will meet our needs," Quinn said. "It's an outstanding vehicle."
The COSTARS program is administered by the state
Mayor
"I would like the funds raised to be placed in a separate fund," Burns said, with the suggestion being acceptable to the council.
Councilman
"We'll be raising the (real estate) millage by 4 mills to offset the cost of the car, and we also have an employee on full-medical, which costs a bunch of money," Chiaretti said. "There are also street lighting costs. We discussing the budget now."
The current real estate tax is 14.7 mills.
Chiaretti said the fundraisers will be a big help over time.
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The police cruiser sustained extensive damage in the crash, which occurred at
"I was driving east on
Borough police have been using an unmarked spare vehicle.
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