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Board approves new mowers for parks maintenance; staff cites efficiency and reliability

5481182 · July 25, 2025
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Council approved purchases of a Ventrac mower ($39,646.40) and three Ferris mowers ($43,490.45) to replace older units; staff said the new machines will increase efficiency and lower repair needs.

The board approved two procurement contracts on July 24 to replace aging parks maintenance equipment.

Public Works Director Will Wiley told the board the Ventrac mower (quoted at $39,646.40 from Smith Turf and Irrigation via Sourcewell contract 112624‑TTC) will replace a 2008 Jacobsen and is capable of mowing 30‑degree slopes and low cutting heights without scalping. Staff said the…

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