East Point mulls leasing cars

The East Point City Council will discuss acquiring new vehicles during its regular meeting at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday at Jefferson Station Council Chambers, 1526 East Forrest Ave. Suite 400. The vehicles would be leased by the city for the East Point Power Department for five years at a total cost of $1,664,380.

The council will also receive an update on the progress of repairs to City Hall and the City Auditorium.

Information: www.eastpointcity.org.

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