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Sweetwater approves $225,000 amendment to vehicle purchase authorization for public works and utilities
Summary
Commission authorized mayor to purchase vehicles for Public Works, stormwater utility and CITT with an amended Public Works allocation of $225,000; finance director said $340,000 is available in the budget and the immediate plan covers four vehicles.
The City Commission on Sept. 8 approved a resolution authorizing the mayor to purchase vehicles for the Public Works Department, the stormwater utility and Citizens Independent Transportation Trust functions, and amended the Public Works allocation to $225,000.
Scott Mendelsberg, the city finance director, said on the record, "We have $340,000 in the budget for the 4 vehicles," and commissioners discussed that some existing vehicles will be declared surplus. President Villanue moved to increase the Public Works portion to $225,000 (adding $45,000); Commissioner Vallejo seconded the motion. After discussion about needs and procurement prudence, the motion passed by voice and roll-call votes.
Deputy remarks noted staff will review available vehicles and avoid specialty equipment unless necessary; current planning indicates procurement of four vehicles with surplus equipment listed next year.
Next steps: Finance and Public Works will finalize specifications, solicit or evaluate vendor quotes as appropriate, and report back to the commission if procurement choices materially change the authorized amount.
