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Council authorizes up to $58,659.25 to repair or replace Fort M engine
Summary
Council approved a not-to-exceed $58,659.25 authorization to repair or replace a primary engine on a Fort M emergency unit after staff reported rebuild costs could exceed replacement; the vehicle was described as a primary-use asset that needs prompt service.
The Calhoun County Council on July 14 approved a not-to-exceed $58,659.25 expenditure to repair or replace the engine on a Fort M unit listed in the meeting packet.
Staff explained that during routine inspection staff found problems with the motor and that rebuilding it could be more expensive than replacement. Council members said the unit is a primary-use vehicle and emphasized returning it to service quickly. A motion to authorize repair or replacement at a not-to-exceed cost of $58,659.25 was moved, seconded and adopted by voice vote.
No roll-call vote tally was recorded in the meeting transcript. Council members then moved on to other agenda items.
