Purchase 32 tire deflation devices for police pursuits
$16,799.90
In Plain English
Police want to buy spike strips that flatten tires during car chases. The devices help officers safely stop fleeing vehicles without ramming or shooting. If approved, the city spends $16,800 on 32 devices plus 2 training units.
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