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Committee approves $36,200 mower purchase from highway fund; staff give salt-shed, hiring updates

Winnebago County Highway Committee · February 23, 2026
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Summary

Highway staff requested and the committee approved a $36,200 budget amendment to replace a side flail mower damaged beyond repair; staff also reported a filled shop superintendent post, upcoming retirements, and a DOT structural review of the county salt shed.

The committee approved a $36,200 purchase and installation of a replacement side flail mower after highway staff said the existing unit was damaged beyond in-house repair. Agency official (Speaker 2) told members the department initially planned to repair the machine but discovered the damage was too extensive and requested the mower be purchased from the highway fund. "We are requesting $36,200 for purchase and installation of a new side flail mower," Speaker 2 said.

Speaker 2 said the old…

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