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Commissioners debate leasing reflective safety shirts for public-works crews; item deferred for options
Summary
Public Works asked for a $15,000 increase to lease high-visibility reflective shirts (including laundering) for crews; commissioners expressed concern about cost and employee compliance with vest rules and asked staff to return with alternatives and cost comparisons.
Public Works requested a $15,000 operating increase to lease high-visibility reflective shirts (with laundry service) for highway and parks employees during the May 2 budget work session. Staff said the shirts are leased with laundering included and would replace vests that employees sometimes do not wear in extreme heat.
Several commissioners questioned the $15,000 price tag for a single year, noting that buying vests outright would cost…
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