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Commissioners approve order for new motor grader; delivery expected early next year
Summary
The board approved ordering a Cat motor grader from a quoted vendor with staff telling commissioners it could arrive in early 2026; trade-in and pricing details were discussed.
Steele County commissioners voted to approve an order for a new Caterpillar motor grader based on a vendor quote and trade negotiations discussed at the Sept. 9 meeting.
Staff told the board that the vendor could deliver the new grader by the first of the year if ordered promptly and that the county expected a quicker turnaround than on past equipment purchases. Presenters also noted the county would receive more trade-in value for the outgoing motor grader than in the prior procurement process, which reduced the net cost.
A commissioner moved to order the grader per the quote (identified in the meeting as the Butler quote); the motion was seconded and carried on a voice vote. The board directed staff to finalize the purchase and coordinate delivery details.
Commissioners noted that machine availability has improved and that the county will plan for delivery and equipment acceptance early next year.
