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Commissioners authorize Emergency Management truck purchase with 50% grant support
Summary
Emergency Management Director Mr. Swindell requested a 4x4 truck for response work; the Board approved the purchase after confirming a grant will cover 50% of the cost.
The Washington County Board of Commissioners on June 11 approved purchase of a truck for the Emergency Management office after hearing from Director Mr. Swindell about vehicle needs.
Swindell said the vehicle he requested (estimated at $42,000) is needed for towing trailers and carrying equipment; he said the current vehicle has about 115,000 miles and causes vibration when driving. Manager Curtis Potter told the Board a grant has been approved to cover 50% of the truck’s cost. An initial motion lacked a second; Commissioner Riddick then moved to approve the purchase and Commissioner Johnson seconded; the motion carried unanimously.
Why it matters: The truck directly supports emergency response capability and operations, and most of its cost is covered by grant funding, reducing county fiscal exposure.
The Board’s approval included a note that staff will attempt to obtain grant funding for half the cost and explore fleet options if appropriate. The matter will be implemented by Emergency Management and Finance.
