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Bonner County approves road equipment purchases and airport bid advertisement; emergency fuels contract OK'd
Summary
The board approved purchases for a Kubota mini‑excavator ($81,154) and a 6‑column truck lift ($54,819) for Road & Bridge, authorized bid advertising for runway repairs at Priest River Airport (100% ITD grant), and approved a Back 40 Forestry contract for hazardous‑fuels work funded by an Idaho Department of Lands grant.
Commissioners approved several capital and contract items affecting county infrastructure and emergency management.
Road & Bridge Superintendent Tom Cobman presented procurement results for a Kubota KX057‑5R3AP mini excavator, explaining Idaho procurement guidance (Idaho Code 67‑2806) and providing four quotes; Boundary Tractor Company submitted the low bid at $81,154. Commissioners discussed equipment standardization across three districts to avoid frequent hauling; the board voted to approve the purchase…
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