County road officials asked the court to declare a 2007 distributor surplus and move it to auction later this year.

What officials said: the road superintendent and other staff told commissioners the 2007 distributor is nearing 20 years in service, has been rebuilt several times and is no longer on the county lease plan. Staff recommended listing the unit for auction in September or February, noting that heavy equipment demand is seasonal and that February auctions sometimes fetch higher prices because bidders are preparing for spring work.

Why it matters: agricultural and construction contractors buy used "yellow iron" and timing the auction could materially affect sale proceeds. Commissioners also discussed using Purple Wave or similar services and coordinating photographic and listing logistics.

Next steps: staff will compile a surplus list of other county equipment, work with the county photographer and Morgan (staff) to prepare the auction listing, and target an auction window either in September or in February based on market timing.

Ending: no formal vote recorded; court signaled support for proceeding with surplus and auction planning.