Town to talk yard sales Mar 4, 2009
During a regular meeting of the Yanceyville Town Council on Tuesday resolutions authorizing the sale of surplus property including a 2003 Silver Ford Crown Victoria and a 1998 White Ford Crown Victoria passed unanimously. Both vehicles are surplus police property and can be disposed of through private sale after council authorization. (Yanceyville Caswell Messenger, NC)
2 new patrol cars for St. Anthony Feb 19, 2009
Police Chief Jim Smith said the department bought two Ford Crown Victoria police interceptors from the West Bountiful Police Department in Utah. One is a 2004 model and the other is a 2005 model, and both have been driven around 65,000 miles. (Rexburg Standard Journal, ID)
Council OKs fire department rates Feb 18, 2009
The 2009 Ford Crown Victoria will be purchased from Ewald Automotive Group of Hartford. For accounting efficiency in the future, Clerk Mike Hoppenrath asked the council to take the funds for the utility/bucket truck purchase from one account, instead of the proposed two accounts. (Watertown Daily Times, WI)
Supervisors transfer funds for snow removal Feb 12, 2009
In other business, the board unanimously approved the purchase of five 2009 Ford Crown Victoria squad cars for 21,836 each or 109,180 total, a 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe patrol vehicle for 29,035; and a 2009 diesel Chevrolet 3500 cargo van at a purchase price of 34,468. All vehicles will be purchased through the state of Wisconsin contract awarded to Ewald Automotive Group of Oconomowoc. (Watertown Daily Times, WI)
Deputies come out at night on bikes to go after car thieves Feb 8, 2009
sound of the Ford Crown Victoria patrol car, even if it is. just coasting down a darkened street. (Taft Daily Midway Driller, CA)
Man impersonated cop, molested girl, police say Mar 28, 2008
He was driving a new-model, black Ford Crown Victoria with heavily tinted windows. Anyone with information about this alleged incident was asked to call the Clayton County police. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Commission looks at road complaints Mar 25, 2008
" Chairman Greg White said the best course of action was to send a resolution to the Alabama Department of Transportation seeking assistance in the repair or replacement of the bridge.In other business, the commission: agreed to vacate Windmill Road. granted final approve to the Retreat Subdivision. reappointed Florala councilman Robert Williamson, Randy Whal and county administrator Brenda Petty to serve on the Southeast Alabama Regional Council on Aging and Eddy Stacey and Wayne Bush to the... (Andalusia Star News, AL)
City already looking to next winter's road clearing Mar 25, 2008
80 for the purchase of four Ford Crown Victoria vehicles for use by the police department and consideration of authorizing up to 12,000 for the "up fitting" of the vehicles for patrol use. Consideration of adopting a resolution to approve the 2008-2012 Niles Community Recreation Plan as submitted. (Niles Star, MI)
County council to interview prospective attorneys Mar 18, 2008
He was seeking approximately 23,000 for a new Ford Crown Victoria, 5,000 for police equipment for the vehicle, and 2,000 for fuel. The money would come from the prosecutors deferral fund, which is not derived from local taxes. (Brownstown Jackson County Banner, IN)
Vehicle costs rising for county Mar 17, 2008
The Ford Crown Victoria, now with over 187,000, has a bad transmission. FREEPORT - Vehicle maintenance expenses are on the rise for the Stephenson County Sheriff's Office, and department officials hope much of the current fleet of squad cars can be replaced in the 2008-2009 fiscal year, said Chief Deputy Todd Welch. (Freeport Journal-Standard, IL)
Ex-commander: Soldier 'a natural' Mar 16, 2008
King, a Mississippi Valley State University junior, turned 21 in Iraq and was tasked with leading Thornton's convoy behind the wheel of an Army Humvee, a vehicle even bigger than his civilian ride - a Ford Crown Victoria. "That position was critical because they encountered everything first," Thornton said. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Sheriff looks forward to additional department upgrades Mar 10, 2008
Others, such as the new livescan electronic fingerprint machine, a Ford Crown Victoria patrol car, communications and radio equipment were paid for by some of the 143,000 in grants obtained. The two new pickups and a more adequate prisoner transport vehicle were purchased by utilizing the Sheriff's Civil Fee Fund, money brought in by the department serving processes. (California Democrat, MO)
Jemison adds Chevys to its fleet Mar 6, 2008
Most officers prefer the Ford Crown Victoria but I have to be a good steward of the city s money, and the list price on the Chevrolets was 5,500 less than the fords with a better warranty and gas mileage, Stilwell said ... The department is using the two cars to replace two Ford Crown Victoria s that are seven years old and have over 150,000 miles. (Clanton Advertiser, AL)
Police seek six men in kidnapping, robbery Feb 29, 2008
Two unmarked, older-model, Ford Crown Victoria cars stopped, and six armed men got out and forced the trio into the two cars, Matson said. The assailants were dressed in black and dark green clothes and carried badges on chains around their necks, but no reference was made to them being police officers, nor did their clothing did not bear the words "police" or "security," Matson said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
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The cars came with less than 100,000 miles on them, including the car used by the police chief of St. Helens, a 1995 Ford Crown Victoria. It looks like new, Elfering said, adding it still had the radio and lights. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Oakland needs cop cars on streets, too Feb 18, 2008
Dozens of brand new Ford Crown Victoria police cars have been sitting idle for months at the city's corporation yard, waiting to be outfitted with lights, radios, cameras and computer equipment. As of last week, there were still 40 cars collecting dust at the yard on Edgewater Drive, more than half the 69 patrol cars that began arriving seven months ago. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
Arrive alive: Officers learn snow-driving skills Feb 18, 2008
On the other side of a snow bank, West Yellowstone Police Officer Kevin Conlon is maneuvering his Ford Crown Victoria through an obstacle course. He negotiates the orange cones that are set up to simulate high speed turnarounds, emergency stops, and sudden lane changes. (W. Yellowstone News, MT)
Waco Man Shot to Death In Car Feb 17, 2008
Police responded to a call at about 7:00 pm in the 1200 block of Adams St. in Waco and found 29-year-old Melvin James Sloan sitting behind the wheel of a white, Ford Crown Victoria. Sloan had suffered several gunshot wounds to the upper body. (KWTX.com, TX)
Council considers additional Mattawan village millage Feb 12, 2008
In another area, the council approved a motion to seek bids on two village-owned vehicles, a 1997 Ford Crown Victoria police cruiser and a 1991 department of public works Chevrolet pickup truck. The village council's Finance Committee will seek sealed bids on the vehicles, and reserve the right to reject any bid. (Paw Paw Courier Leader, MI)
Chrysler to cut back its lineups Feb 9, 2008
The Mercury Grand Marquis and Ford Crown Victoria sedan, both built by Ford Motor Co., are virtual twins. The Pontiac G5 and the Chevrolet Cobalt, both products of General Motors Corp., are similarly joined at the hip. (Los Angeles Times)
Vicious animal law being reviewed Feb 7, 2008
The total cost of a Ford Crown Victoria, with lights and radio installed, is estimated at 24,000. Baker said he felt it would be a better purchase than a smaller police car. (Clay County Democrat, AR)
Video indicates woman lied about attack Feb 1, 2008
She had originally indicated a white Chevrolet Caprice or Ford Crown Victoria with very dark tinted windows with red and blue dash lights approached her vehicle from the rear, police say. She indicated the driver of the suspect vehicle honked the horn multiple times and flashed the headlights, then pointed at Knight-Lacey to pull over. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Town of Frankfort awaiting delivery of two new snowplows and police cruiser Jan 22, 2008
The new police vehicle will be added to a stable of vehicles which already includes a 2006 Ford Crown Victoria and a 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe. To begin the equipment program last year, the town purchased a 125,000 trash compactor to use for its spring and summer garbage pick-up sessions and is now stationed at the town's highway garage. (Herkimer Eening Telegram, NY)
Edwardsville’s new top cop takes the lead Jan 19, 2008
Officially, Mathies received approval for two of his requests the go-ahead to enter into a lease-purchase contract for a 2008 Ford Crown Victoria, and 10,000 to purchase a digital records management system. Mathies said the department s vehicle fleet is aging quickly, due in large part to the roughly 70 miles per shift traveled by each of the department s five cars. (Kansas City Kansan, KS)
Mosquito control fee to increase in 2008 Jan 17, 2008
Authorized the DeWitt Police Department to purchase another 2005 Ford Crown Victoria police car for 13,250 from the Missouri Highway Patrol. (The city approved buying one such car in December. (DeWitt Era-Enterprise, AR)
Cops ask teens to help build hot rod Jan 16, 2008
Calumet City police delivered a 2004 Ford Crown Victoria, a former police car, to the club Tuesday to help convert it to a National Association of Stock Car Auto Racing show car. Police plan to use the vehicle to raise money for the city's Gang Resistance Education and Training program and for promotional events, said officer Jeff Newberg, who heads the project. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Will federal prisoners be held in Wilkin County? Jan 16, 2008
The board unanimously approved the 21,105 purchase of a 2008 Ford Crown Victoria squad car from Denny Hecker's Monitcello Ford dealership in Monticello, Minn. Weather Services. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Department heads seek raises for their employees Jan 9, 2008
Upshaw could not be reached for comment, but assistant county administrator Kristy Stell told commissioners the county will likely be paid "considerably less" for the Ford Crown Victoria from insurance than what was paid for the vehicle. Commissioners also expressed concern about the department's policy of allowing spouses and children to ride in patrol vehicles. (Eufaula Tribune, AL)
Clendenin hoping for new police car Jan 9, 2008
The two Ford Crown Victoria police cars both 2001 models have more than 130,000 miles on them, and the Jeep has 147,000, Ore said. But even those cars are an improvement over the towns past police cars. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Police impersonator stopping cars near Sleepy Eye Jan 3, 2008
More recent reports include a light blue/silver Ford Crown Victoria with emergency lights on the visor and rear window deck. The driver is a man in his mid-50s matching the previous description. (Sleepy Eye Herald Dispatch, MN)
Grasmick under fire but still on the go Dec 23, 2007
By 9:15 am, she is on the road again, steering her black Ford Crown Victoria toward the building where her biggest critics work - the State House in Annapolis. Is this woman worried. (SunSpot.net)
Fake Cops Steal Thousands From Indy Couple Dec 22, 2007
Jeff Judd said the men drove a dark-colored Ford Crown Victoria. "I believe they had black stocking caps that said 'police' on them. They had guns. They looked exactly like police officers," Jeff Judd said. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
Crooks still like the peppy Civic Dec 21, 2007
2002 Ford Crown Victoria. Mercury Grand Marquis 4-door. (Toronto Star)
Consultant claims he’s ‘kicking tires’: Mayor yanks appointments Dec 20, 2007
United Ford of Tulsa is the low bidder on a Ford Crown Victoria vehicle. Approval of a bid for a gas-fired boiler for the wastewater treatment plant. (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
City firefighters to get new portable radios Dec 18, 2007
Bought a dozen 2008 Ford Crown Victoria police cruisers and three 2008 Dodge Durango SUVs for the police department through the state purchasing contract from Stephens Auto Center for a total of $339,105. To contact staff writer Jim Balow, use email or call 348-5102. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Opinion: NBAs new monster in the middle Dec 18, 2007
Howard grew up doing nightly chores, received an alarm clock as a present from his parents on his 18th birthday, and drove to school in a 1984 Ford Crown Victoria that cost $900. A consistent educational structure that taught discipline, dedication and respect. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Pontiac is going commercial, TV style Dec 5, 2007
Accepted bids for disposal of a 1972 Chevrolet flatbed, 527; a 1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass, 325; a 1994 Ford Crown Victoria, 210; and a 1985 Dodge pickup truck, 325. Heard from two residents, about their concerns including "drag racing" out of Chautauqua Park and littering by high school students there, bicyclists' not observing rules of the road, and "some crazy drivers" going 50 to 60 mph on Water Street. (Pontiac Daily Leader, IL)
City council sells surplus vehicles, discusses signs obstructing views Dec 5, 2007
10 for a 1998 Ford Crown Victoria and 376. 10 for a 1986 Dodge D-100 pickup. (Carmi Times, IL)
County, city make money on Internet sales Nov 17, 2007
The Ford Crown Victoria is the most common vehicle sold online because most government agencies have them, Starcher said. Taxi companies often buy those vehicles, he said. (The Daily Reflector)
City workers to have merry yule Nov 15, 2007
The car, most likely a 2005 Ford Crown Victoria, will be purchased from the Missouri Highway Patrol. Council members also got a first look at the city s 2008 budget Tuesday night. (DeWitt Era-Enterprise, AR)
Kelley Blue Book's kbb.com(R) Releases 2008 Residual Value Analysis Nov 14, 2007
The 2008 vehicles with the lowest resale value include the Chevrolet Uplander, Chrysler Sebring, Dodge Caravan, Ford Crown Victoria, Ford Freestar, Isuzu Ascender, Kia Sedona, Lincoln Town Car and Mercury Monterey. "The vehicles that dwell at the low end of the resale value scale often are victims of tepid and decreasing demand, even as production levels continue at relatively high levels," said Nerad. (PR Newswire)
Residents voice concerns over police commission dissolution Nov 8, 2007
Mabry explained that there was discussion about purchasing a new vehicle next year after getting rid of the Chevy Tahoe and the Ford Crown Victoria. However, this would actually bring the squad car total to three, not five. (Chetek Alert, WI)
City OKs electric rate increase Nov 7, 2007
Police department car: Approved the purchase of a 2008 Ford Crown Victoria police department vehicle from Beatrice Ford for 23,284. Street sweeper: Approved bid for a street sweeper to EDM Equipment for 168,319 with trade of a 1998 Elgin Eagle E sweeper, as recommended by the Board of Public Works. (Beatrice Daily Sun, NE)
County OKs purchase of K9 SUVs Nov 7, 2007
Also awarded was a contract for a 2008 Ford Crown Victoria from Joe Machen s Ford, of Columbia at a cost of 24,358. Joe Machen s Ford holds the state bid. (Rolla Daily News, MO)
UAW deal puts St. Thomas Ford plant at greater risk Nov 6, 2007
Those promises increase the size of the bull's eye on Ford's St. Thomas assembly plant, which is making antiquated gas guzzlers called the Ford Crown Victoria and Mercury Grand Marquis, vehicles expected to be phased out by 2009 or 2010. While Ford has agreed to allocate new vehicles to six assembly plants that were at risk of closing, the company still needs to reduce its assembly capacity in North America, said Erick Merkle, vice-president of auto industry forecasting for IRN Inc. in Grand... (Globe and Mail)
Health centers get grant boost Nov 6, 2007
Burton said the 1995 Ford Crown Victoria they are currently driving has a lot of miles and is well past its prime. It also doesn't handle the winters very well,' he said. (Camdenton Lake Sun Leader, MO)
Search For Gunman Continues After Drive-By Shooting Nov 5, 2007
Theyre also looking for a black and white Ford Crown Victoria four-door sedan. . (KWTX.com, TX)
This guy should buy a lottery ticket. Nov 4, 2007
Big wheels keep on turning. The Enterprise 60 Main St. P.O. Box 1450 Brockton, MA 02303-1450 (508) 586-6200. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
Sigourney Police Department New Cruiser on Patrol Nov 2, 2007
this fall to receive the 2008 Ford Crown Victoria patrol car. According to SPD Chief, Allan Glandon, this car was equipped by RayCom, Pella with a police package built for endurance, energy efficient extra bright light bar and alley-way spot lights. (Sigourney News Review, IA)
Police Issue Warning About Phony Cop Nov 2, 2007
He was driving a black Ford Crown Victoria sedan with no police markings. Police are warning motorists that if a car attempting to pull you over is not easily identifiable as a law enforcement vehicle, or the driver is not wearing a recognizable uniform, you should proceed to the nearest well-lit area. (NBCSandiego.com, CA)
Nixon pays $47,000 for political use of car, staff Oct 29, 2007
When traveling on political business, Nixon now will used a leased Chevrolet Suburban instead of his state-supplied Ford Crown Victoria, Shur said. Attorney general's office staff still will accompany Nixon for security, but they will be paid for by the campaign, he said. (Camdenton Lake Sun Leader, MO)
Four locals among chief applicants Oct 24, 2007
Declared a 1998 Ford Crown Victoria, two 1997 Crown Victoria vehicles and a 1994 Chevrolet Caprice used by the police department as surplus. Declared a Glock handgun as surplus and voted to give the gun to Walker upon his retirement. (Eufaula Tribune, AL)
Save the planet: Vote smart Oct 22, 2007
For starters, they checked with the Taxi and Limousine Commission to see what it would take to replace the old gas-guzzling Ford Crown Victoria yellow cabs, which get around 10 miles a gallon, with better-mileage, low-emission hybrids. Great idea, only it turned out to be illegal, thanks to some old size regulations designed to favor Crown Vics. (International Herald Tribune)
City ready to fill planning/zoning officer postition Oct 4, 2007
- Council approved purchase of a 2007 Ford Crown Victoria Police Interceptor Package from Landmark Ford in Springfield The cost is 20,324 and was a budgeted item. A light bar will cost 1,485. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Bishop: Is bigger really better? Oct 2, 2007
I knew of one who always insisted on picking out his own car a black Ford Crown Victoria as I recall and would drive around town in it quite proudly;when he wasn t being chauffeured in one of the other vehicles. Today s young wealth appears to be more inclined to latch onto a Lamborghini or a Ferrari, tooling it around for all to see. (Medfield Press, MA)
City officials outline duties for planning/zoning officer Sep 28, 2007
The police department would obtain a 2007 Ford Crown Victoria marked police car at a state bid price of 20,324 and related light bar for 1,485, plus shipping, title and registration fees. Officials also sent on to council a revised plan by owners of Billy's Tap, 172 E. Elm St., to acquire a city parking area on the east side of the tavern, improve the area and provide outdoor seating there. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Officials review drug testing Sep 27, 2007
It is the low bid, he said, although he added that he realized comparing an Impala to the Ford Crown Victoria offered by the other two bidders is not an apples to apples comparison. Courtesy Ford offered its 2008 Crown Victoria with emergency equipment for $25,300 or without for $21,840. (Skieston Standard Democrat, MO)
Felon pleads guilty to possessing deadly weapon Sep 27, 2007
Olmos, who was once convicted in Los Angeles of impersonating an officer, was pulled over on Carlsbad Village Drive on July 30 as he drove a black-and-white Ford Crown Victoria. A Carlsbad police officer testified at a previous hearing that the car was "set up like my car, like a police car" and that he found the baton, ammunition, body armor, handcuffs, a flashlight, a hand-held radio and paperwork in it. (North County Times)
Officer wants higher town penalty, fees Sep 22, 2007
The motion says Honulik's vehicle expenses over the four-year period exceed $48,000, because as captain he would have had use of a town-owned Ford Crown Victoria. Emmett declined comment yesterday. (Greenwich Time)
Brian Archer appointed park commissioner Sep 20, 2007
Marsha Stevens, Barry Riley and Jerry Vaughn are working on a 26,000 grant to purchase a new 2008 Ford Crown Victoria police car. Currently the city has three police cars, Policeman Adam Reed s car has 10,000 miles on it, Jerry Vaughn s car has 51,000 miles and Pete Williams s car has 140,000. (The Town Crier, AR)
City auction today features dump truck, used police cars Sep 20, 2007
Also for sale are three used Ford Crown Victoria police cruisers and nine other vehicles. There s a Dodge Caravan (with no keys), an old Chevy Suburban that s rusty and runs well and a Saturn that won t start. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Council to consider sidewalk project, squad car bids Sep 17, 2007
--- A public hearing and bid opening on the purchase of seven new 2008 Ford Crown Victoria police cars for the police department. Those cars will be financed with general obligation bonds repaid with property taxes. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Commission dumps trucks Sep 15, 2007
The five cars were a 1996 Ford Crown Victoria, a 1998 Ford Crown Victoria, 1999 Ford Crown Victoria, a 2000 Ford Crown Victoria and a 1997 Ford Taurus. Adopted a resolution to level, resurface and traffic stripe County Road 89 from U.S. Hwy. (Eufaula Tribune, AL)
MotorHead: Honda Accord grows in stature Sep 14, 2007
With 120 cubic feet of interior volume, the car has crossed threshold into the large car group, along with such grandfatherly models as the Ford Crown Victoria and Buick Lucerne. Perhaps sthat should come as little surprise since the cars customers have aged a year every year over the past decade, and the average Accord owner is now 50, according to the company. (MSNBC -- Business)
Officer seeks program assistance Sep 12, 2007
A 1994 Chevrolet truck was sold to Midwest Auto Sales for 1,000; a 2000 Ford Crown Victoria was sold to Ed Clinton for 365; and three 2001 Crown Victorias, a 1993 Crown Victoria, a 1998 Crown Victoria, a 2003 Crown Victoria and a 2002 Impala were sold to County Seat Motors, of Union, for 4,507. Comments. (Rolla Daily News, MO)
