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Wright Twp. Upgrades Police Fleet with Purchases from Tamaqua Dealer

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What happened

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Wright Township supervisors voted to upgrade their police department's fleet using funds from a state gaming grant and opioid settlement. The purchases were made from Miracle Ford, a business located in Tamaqua. The township bought a new Dodge Challenger for $51,963.65 and a marked Ford Interceptor SUV for $66,630.42, both funded through a Local Share Account grant.

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Why it matters

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The purchases represent a significant use of dedicated public funds, including those intended for drug prevention and community programs. The township also concurrently spent funds on the owners' required match for the Walden Drive reconstruction project at Walden Park.

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Who's involved

  • TamaquaLocation of Miracle Ford, the business that sold the police vehicles.
  • FordCar brand involved in the purchase of the marked police SUV.
  • Walden ParkLocation of the concurrent road reconstruction project funded by various grants.
  • DodgeAutomotive company whose product was purchased by the township.

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