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Committee debates fleet leasing versus buying after staff review of lease terms
Summary
Staff briefed the committee on an open‑ended equity lease structure for county vehicles; several supervisors urged exploring buyouts or keeping vehicles past five years to reduce long‑term cost, and staff agreed to examine alternatives.
Dunn County staff presented details of the county’s vehicle leasing arrangement and multiple supervisors questioned whether five‑year equity leases are cost‑effective for light trucks used by county operations.
Staff explained the current open‑ended equity lease: the county can purchase or sell vehicles at lease end and may retain equity if resale exceeds the remaining balance. Using state contract comparisons and assumed incentives, staff said a…
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