Council amends police budget after hailstorm: $720,846.59 insurance proceeds added

The Springdale City Council on Aug. 12 approved a budget amendment for the police department after staff reported insurance proceeds from a recent hailstorm.
Colby (last name not provided) told the finance committee and council that the city received $720,846.59 from the municipal league insurance for hail damage to the police vehicle fleet. Council votes amended the police department budget line from $175,000 to $895,846.59 to account for the insurance payment.
The resolution to amend the 2025 police budget carried unanimously. Council did not discuss detailed line-item uses beyond noting the funds reflect insurance proceeds to replace or repair damaged vehicles; staff will proceed with procurement or repairs following department procurement rules and any required approvals.