Village approves $399,564 purchase of Vactor sewer jetter truck; delivery expected May–June 2026

The Village Board approved purchase of a Vactor-brand sewer cleaning and hydro‑excavation truck for $399,564 to replace a trailer‑mounted unit from 1999. Public works staff said the new unit will pressure‑wash sewers, vacuum debris and serve as a hydro excavator for less‑intrusive utility locating and excavation.

Jason, who presented the purchase request, said the village received multiple bids and that a dealer had earlier offered a demo unit (about 100 hours) that sold before the village could secure it. The dealer later offered a new unit with a full warranty at the approved price. If authorized, the chassis will be ordered to lock current pricing and built in November, then sent to the Vactor factory; staff expects final delivery in May or June 2026.

Staff said the existing 1999 trailer‑mounted unit has reached the end of its practical service life; Jason said he expects 25 to 30 years of service from the new truck. The department plans to auction the older unit rather than accept the dealer trade‑in value; staff noted possible interest from the Town of East Troy Sanitary District.

Trustees asked about tariffs and whether steel or aluminum derivatives could affect the locked price. One trustee suggested the board require written confirmation from the seller that tariffs would not change the quoted price; Jason said he would obtain that confirmation by email before finalizing order details.

A motion to approve the spending of $399,564 carried on a roll‑call vote.