The Sheriff wanted a nicer car - he is an elected official - to have a nicer and more powerful car can definitely help in certain police situations - and having a more enjoyable 'work environment' (the car) has immeasurable benefits for the employee ( less fatigue, less stress, more enjoyment of daily work), the employer ( happier, more productive, more loyal, more satisfied employees stay at the company longer ), the public, etc.

Lets put more attention on the Portland Public Schools budgets, expenses, employees, administration, goals, achievements, etc. - Lets fix real problems!