Selectboard notes backhoe engine problems; replacement options discussed

Mar 16, 2026

The transfer station backhoe's motor is 'rapping' and the machine has multiple issues; the board discussed replacing it with a backhoe or a small excavator because continued repairs would not be cost effective.

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Minutes record that the backhoe's motor is 'rapping' and the machine has enough issues that replacement should be considered rather than continued repairs. The board discussed the need to look at obtaining a replacement backhoe or a small excavator.

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