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Council approves $52,012 brush chipper after debate on cost and utility
Summary
Council approved purchase of a Morbark BVR 13 brush chipper for $52,012.45 (motion M7925) after questions from council about maintenance costs, operational use and whether a smaller unit provided value; item passed 5–2.
The City Council voted to approve the purchase of a Morbark BVR 13 brush chipper and a corresponding budget amendment (M7925) during the Sept. 8 meeting.
DPW Superintendent Adam Wozniak said the city currently operates one larger chipper and that a second, smaller unit would be easier for mechanics to service and more maneuverable for residential brush routes. "The chipper that we're looking to get is a…
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