Hanceville Postpones Vehicle Policy Debate for Public Works Employees

The city of Hanceville postponed a decision on a new vehicle policy for its Public Works department after receiving pushback from department members. Robert Powell introduced the policy, which aimed to limit the number of employees who could drive city-owned vehicles home at the end of the day. Mayor Nolan Bradford expressed skepticism, stating he wanted to prioritize employee morale over the policy's potential cost savings.

The policy, introduced by Robert Powell, was intended to be a cost-saving measure in response to rising fuel costs. Bradford estimated annual fuel costs for the department to be roughly $17,000, or 1% of the Public Works budget. The postponement means the current employee vehicle benefits remain in place for now.