"We are in a debate whether or not to allow employees to take municipal vehicles home or use them outside of work. Like many debates, there seems to be legitimate reasons for and against such a practice.
Pros to taking vehicles home:
- Employees can go straight to the problem instead of having to report to a central office first
- In the case of Police/Sheriff's vehicles, they may be a crime deterrent in the neighborhood
Cons to taking vehicles home:
- Additional vehicle wear
- Vehicles may be needed for other shifts
- Local government liability during non-working hours
Your readers probably have some experience with this issue. Would you ask them what they think? Does sending municipal vehicles home really make sense, or are we just providing free rentals?"
- Signed Jarod Y., City Manager
