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Kokomo board approves two city vehicle purchases and $2.27 million in claims
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Summary
The board approved two vehicle purchases — a used 2022 Ram 1500 for the wastewater plant and a 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo for central equipment — and approved claims totaling $2,267,702.28 at its March 4 meeting.
The Kokomo Board of Public Works and Safety on March 4 approved two vehicle purchases for city operations and authorized claims totaling $2,267,702.28.
The Chair presented a recommendation from Jensen Pickett at Central Garage that the wastewater treatment plant purchase a used standard-duty 2022 Ram 1500 Crew Cab Tradesman. Three quotes were shown for Ram 1500 units from Fastenal fleet inventories: $28,200 (Missouri), $26,700 (Missouri), and $25,300 (Michigan). The Chair recommended accepting the lowest offer from Norton Shores, Michigan. Board member Nita moved to approve the purchase; the Chair seconded and the motion carried by voice vote.
The board also considered a replacement for a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. Quotes included Button Dodge (2025 Grand Cherokee Laredo, $40,042.01), Twin City (2025 Grand Cherokee Laredo, $40,393.75), and a 2026 quote at $45,217.75. The Chair recommended purchasing the 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo from Button Dodge. Nita moved to approve the purchase as the lowest responsive bid; the Chair seconded and the motion carried by voice vote.
Finally, the board approved claims in the amount of $2,267,702.28; Nita moved, the Chair seconded and the motion carried by voice vote. The transcript records the motions and approvals but does not provide roll-call vote tallies or additional comment on funding sources or the departments’ budgets in this meeting.
