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Court approves up to $16,500 to repair three road-department tractors
Summary
Spencer County Fiscal Court authorized up to $16,500 to repair rear seals and related work on three road-department tractors that are leaking and need immediate maintenance.
The court approved up to $16,500 to repair rear seals and related components on three road-department tractors after staff reported leaks and growing maintenance needs.
Why it matters: Road maintenance season is approaching and staff said the three tractors have similar rear-axle seal failures that cause fluid leaks and create downtime. Staff warned that without prompt repairs mowing and roadwork schedules could be disrupted.
What the court approved: After reviewing estimates and discussing parts and labor, court members approved a motion to spend up to $16,500 to complete the repair work and keep county road operations running.
Discussion points: Members noted that the tractors were out of warranty, reported variable hours on the machines and discussed potential future replacement needs. Staff said repair estimates are for necessary seal work and some removals required to access the axle seals.
Next steps: Road department will proceed with the repairs and report back on timing and whether any further capital replacement requests should be scheduled in the next budget cycle.
