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Pender County to buy specialized crane truck after contractor costs exceed budget
Summary
After staff research showed contractor pump‑pulling would cost about $4,500 per week (roughly $234,000 annually), the Board approved purchase of a specialized crane truck (quoted at about $185,000) to support sewer pump maintenance. The original budget had set aside $200,000 for the vehicle.
The Board of Commissioners authorized purchase of a specialized crane truck to support county wastewater and lift‑station maintenance after staff said contract costs to pull pumps would be significantly higher than buying a truck.
Public Works presenter Mister Terry told the board he had searched statewide for a replacement crane truck and ultimately located a unit for purchase from a dealer; the…
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