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Council authorizes capped bid for used street sweeper to address aging equipment
Summary
Stevensville authorized staff to submit a bid on a surplus street sweeper with a minimum bid of $10,000 and a capped maximum of $12,000, citing worn municipal equipment and plans to budget for future capital purchases.
The council authorized staff to bid on a used street sweeper being sold through a surplus process.
Council members described municipal equipment as aging and said the sweeper would help keep town streets clear of leaves, debris and litter. Staff inspected the unit and reported it ran well; the seller set a minimum bid of $10,000. After discussion about budget authority and capital funds, the council approved a motion to give permission to bid with a minimum of $10,000 and a maximum authorized bid of $12,000.
Councilors said the town will pursue budget amendments and set aside a portion of gas-tax funds for future capital replacements. The public works director answered operational questions about brush life (estimated two to four years depending on use) and street coverage.
Ending
Staff will place a bid within the authorized range; if the town’s bid succeeds, council will return later to confirm purchase and budget amendment details.
