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Batavia authorizes $124,626 contract with Sunbelt Rentals for event perimeter barriers
Summary
The council approved Resolution 2026-037-R to buy mobile perimeter/security barriers from Sunbelt Rentals for $124,626. The units will be stored at Public Works and used for events including the farmers market; councilors asked about deployment logistics and life expectancy.
The City Council authorized a $124,626 contract with Sunbelt Rentals for mobile perimeter barriers intended for use at large events, including the farmers market and fireworks, under Resolution 2026-037-R. The resolution passed on roll call, recorded as 12 yes, 2 absent.
Presenters said the units are trailer-mounted, rapidly deployable, and will supplement existing jersey barriers; the trailer will be stored at Public Works. The presenter said the units will be used primarily at the farmers market (weekly events) where heavier jersey barriers are impractical because of manpower and forklift needs.
Council members asked about vendor selection (a competing vendor demonstrated but had higher cost), how pedestrians will pass through event setups (ADA-accommodating ramps and pedestrian pass-through points were described), deployment plans, and expected service life. A presenter estimated an expected useful life of 8–10 years, likely longer when housed on a trailer.
Why it matters: The purchase is intended to improve public-safety planning and speed barrier deployment for recurring downtown events.
What’s next: The trailer and equipment will be stored at Public Works; staff will coordinate with event organizers on deployment and pedestrian access plans.
