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Public works seeks mower, staff and vehicle cameras after storm losses
Summary
Public works director requested a full‑time hire to address staffing shortfalls revealed by Hurricane Helene, sought replacement of an aging mower, proposed cameras for roughly nine vehicles, and described repair/replace cost options for a 2003 tire changer ($3,800 repair; $7,000 replacement).
Public works director Jabbo told council that storm damage and routine workload exposed staffing and equipment gaps in his nine‑person shop and asked to return with numbers supporting a request for an additional full‑time employee.
He described recent capital items (a truckload of replacement trash cans) and said the department had lost…
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