Title
"For Official Use Only" Wording Exemption for Unmarked City Vehicles (Resolution 22306) - Citywide
Description
Request the Phoenix City Council to adopt a resolution to exempt certain City vehicles from displaying the wording "For Official Use Only" as referenced under Arizona Revised Statues (A.R.S.) Sections 38-538, 38-538.01 and 38-358.03, for the period of July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026.
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Summary
This resolution exempts certain vehicles owned or leased by the City of Phoenix, including vehicles in the Police, Fire, Human Services, and Aviation departments from displaying the wording "For Official Use Only". A.R.S. Section 38.538.03 stipulates that the governing body may grant such and exemption for a period of time not to exceed one year. These vehicles are used to conduct social service programs, investigations, or other confidential activities. The confidential list is required by statute and is available to City Council members upon request.
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Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Mario Paniagua and the Public Works Department.