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Story County approves purchase of two tandem trucks as dealers warn of new emissions costs
Summary
The board approved buying two International tandem trucks for $316,676.70 each for fiscal 2027 to avoid a projected $30,000 per‑truck emissions upgrade expected in later model years and to address long lead times for delivery.
The Story County Board of Supervisors on Sept. 16, 2025, approved the purchase of two tandem trucks at $316,676.70 each, intended for fiscal year 2027 use but ordered early because manufacturers are quoting multi‑year lead times.
County roads staff explained vendors are changing emissions systems in the 2027 model year and dealers forecast an additional roughly $30,000 per truck for the new emissions equipment. To avoid that added cost and likely…
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