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Plumas County approves $699,276.16 purchase order for paint-striper truck, commits one-time funds for FY 2026–27
Summary
Public Works told supervisors a >30-year-old striping truck failed CARB rules; the board approved a $699,276.16 purchase order and committed to cover the balance from one-time or general funds in FY 2026–27, while urging staff to seek used options and later report on performance.
The Plumas County Board of Supervisors on Feb. 10 authorized a purchase order for a new paint-striper truck priced at $699,276.16 and agreed to commit one-time funds in fiscal year 2026–27 to cover the county’s share.
Public Works explained the county’s existing paint-striper — more than 30 years old — is limited by California Air Resources Board (CARB) emissions rules and cannot be used beyond restricted annual hours without CARB-compliant replacement equipment. Public Works reported $461,852 in set-aside funds from earlier RMRA allocations and said the current purchase price for a CARB-compliant striper is $699,276.16.
Board members and public commenters discussed alternatives, including buying a used CARB-compliant unit, outsourcing striping work and potential sharing arrangements with neighboring counties. Public Works said staff had searched for used options but could not find a unit meeting CARB requirements and the county’s needs on short notice; it committed to continuing that search and to report back on post-purchase performance and mileage of completed striping.
Supervisor Goss moved the item and the board approved the purchase and the FY 2026–27 funding commitment by roll-call vote. The board also asked Public Works to return with a follow-up report on the truck’s operational results and the county’s striping coverage compared with previous years.
