(KLZA)-- Richardson County Commissioners approved the purchase of two, 2023 Ford patrol vehicles for the Sheriff's Department from Hullman's Ford, Lincoln, Mercury in Falls City when they met last week.

The price will b $45,011 for each vehicle.

Two purchase orders for equipment and installation for each unit with 911 Customs in Overland Park, Kansas at a cost of $9,990 each was also approved.

Deputy Sheriff Clinton Stonebarger reported to Commissioners that upgraded telephones through FirstNet, will be installed at the Law Enforcement Center at no additional cost through their promotional period.

It was also reported that security glazing glass panes in the Jail will be replaced. The vendor that provided the original material will cover the materials with the County responsible for the installation by Jim Hill's in Falls City at a cost estimated at $995.