Salem, Ohio city council voted on April 8 to establish a three-company police towing rotation requiring each operator to maintain at least two trucks, arrive within 20 minutes of dispatch, carry a motorcycle trailer, and hold a $1,000 liability insurance policy, according to the Salem Morning Journal. Police Chief J.T. Panezott said the ordinance will help ensure consistent and safe operations and reduce dispatching issues.
Operator takeaway
If your municipality is considering a rotation ordinance, Salem's framework is now a live model — review the equipment, response time, and insurance requirements against your own fleet before the next rotation review in your jurisdiction.