Council approves lease purchase agreement for 2026 plow truck
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Summary
The Preston City Council authorized a lease purchase and signatures for a 2026 plow truck on Aug. 11 after city attorney negotiated language limiting indemnification consistent with Idaho constitutional restrictions on future obligations.
The Preston City Council voted on Aug. 11 to approve a lease purchase agreement for a 2026 plow truck and authorized necessary signatures.
City Attorney Lyle Fuller said he reviewed the Zions Bank lease‑purchase language and negotiated a change to the indemnification clause (section 11.19) to limit the city's indemnification obligations consistent with Article VIII, Section 3 of the Idaho Constitution and controlling court guidance. He said the bank accepted the suggested language and that the financing representative preferred a resolution in the packet but that council minutes and a motion would likely suffice for documentation.
Action taken: A council member moved and a second was recorded; council voted "Aye" and authorized the mayor to sign the lease documents and any required exhibits.
Why it matters: The lease enables the city to acquire a 2026 International plow truck through a financing arrangement; counsel ensured the agreement’s indemnity language referenced constitutional limits on future obligations to reduce legal risk.
Discussion vs. decision: The council took formal action to approve the lease and to authorize signatures; counsel advised on contract language to protect the city’s fiscal obligations.
Ending: City staff will execute the lease documents and proceed with delivery and registration procedures for the truck.