Mileage adds up on MHP vehicles

Mileage adds up on MHP vehicles

State highway officials say they’re worried about their aging fleet of cruisers, especially at a time when legislators have put a temporary ban on the purchase of new state vehicles.

The Mississippi Highway Patrol has a stockpile of 103 new vehicles not currently on the road, but Warren Strain, spokesman for the state Department of Public Safety, said, “That 103 has to last us for about 14 months.

“When you consider 123 of your road fleet already have more than 100,000 miles, that’s not a lot.”

If Gov. Phil Bryant signs it into law, Senate Bill 2917 could mean fewer tax dollars going to automobile purchases. The bill is due from him on Friday.

Clarion Ledger
5/19/12