Title
Introduction of New Orland Park Police Squad Car Design
History
In 1988, the Orland Park Police Department changed squad cars from Dodge Diplomats (powder blue in color/ with Orland Park “Golf Capital of the World Logo”) to Chevy Caprices and changed the squad car design/logo to the current RED/WHITE/BLUE striping design. For the last 36 years, the Police Department has had the same squad car design. Many police agencies throughout our region have changed their squad car designs and have modernized the look of their patrol cars. The Orland Park Police Department felt it was time to modernize the look of the patrol squad cars.
The new design keeps the RED/WHITE/BLUE patriotic theme with a new modern look. The image is sleek and professional with a friendlier modern look to build trust with the community.
The new design is a morale boost with patrol officers who have longed for a new modern look.
This year, there are 6 new patrol squads being added to the existing fleet and the new design will be added to the vehicles. The new design will be added to Police vehicles as they are replaced.
Financial Impact
None
Recommended Action/Motion
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