The Webster County Board of Supervisors approved the purchase of two Ford Police Interceptor Explorers from Fort Dodge Ford at state bid prices for a total cost of $97,840.

The vehicles are priced at $48,920 each and were described as a budgeted item from the sheriff's new-vehicle account.

Supervisors approved the purchase by voice vote; no further details about equipment outfitting or delivery timetable were provided in the meeting.

The board also noted appreciation for filling the deputy assessor position during consent agenda discussion earlier in the meeting.