Muncie council advances plan to add ‘In God We Trust’ decals to police, fire vehicles; cost estimated “a few thousand dollars”
Muncie City Council voted 5-4 to place an ordinance up for a final vote October 2026 that would add “In God We Trust” decals to police cars and firetrucks. Mayor Dan Ridenour supports the proposal; Council President Jeff Green wrote the ordinance and said it would cost “a few thousand dollars.”
Muncie city leaders are considering placing “In God We Trust” decals on police cars and firetrucks. More than a dozen residents spoke at the City Council meeting, with some raising questions about religion and the Constitution. Council President Jeff Green authored the ordinance; the council voted 5-4 to schedule a final vote October 2026.
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