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Newton council backs in-house tree-trimming crew, authorizes financing for truck after high bid
Summary
After receiving one bid that exceeded its budget, the council approved creating two tree-trimming positions and a $215,000 financing intent to buy a tree truck, with staff saying in-house crews will reduce recurring contracting costs and the truck could be delivered by July 2023.
Newton City Council on Dec. 6 approved creating two permanent tree-trimming positions and authorized a budget ordinance amendment and intent to reimburse from financing for purchase of an additional tree truck.
Public Works and Utilities Director Dusty Wentz told the council that staff solicited bids and received a…
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