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Council approves purchase of $172,168 loader for landfill after discussion on leasing vs. buying
Summary
Council voted to waive bid requirements and purchase a 2017 John Deere 644K loader for the landfill for $172,168.52 after staff explained leasing would yield similar five-year costs while purchase provides an expected 10-year service life and avoids recurring lease payments.
The Common Council approved waiving the bid requirement to purchase a 2017 John Deere 644K loader for the landfill under the Wisconsin state bid contract at a cost of $172,168.52.
Councilor Olson asked whether leasing had been considered; Public Works Director (transcript uses variant spellings Janico/Janigo) explained a five-year lease would cost about the same over that term but would require returning the equipment at lease end. Purchasing provides an anticipated 10-year useful life, allows the city to keep the asset through landfill closure (projected around 2027), and may transfer the equipment to another department afterward. The director noted the current loader (in service since about 2005) had roughly 9,600 hours and was incurring about $12,000 per year in maintenance, and that at roughly 10,000 hours major overhauls (transmission, engine, hydraulics) would be expected.
Councilor Vancicco asked about age, condition and miles; the director reiterated the longevity and maintenance rationale. Councilor Dalbec moved the purchase and Councilor Bender seconded; the motion carried by voice vote.
