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Council approves motion to pursue shared services for equipment and street services
Summary
Council moved to pursue a shared-services arrangement for equipment and driver services (street sweeping and related tasks); members referenced past shared-service agreements with neighboring towns and a notional equipment figure discussed during the meeting.
Runnemede borough council voted to pursue a shared-services arrangement that would provide drivers and equipment support for tasks such as street sweeping and related maintenance.
Council discussed the town’s past use of shared-service agreements with neighboring municipalities and said such arrangements can provide backup when local equipment fails. One member noted a notional figure of about $300,000 when discussing equipment needs; the council did not adopt a contract amount at the meeting but directed staff to continue negotiations and coordination.
Members argued the approach helps ensure continuity of services (street sweeping, trash pickup, and other routine operations) and reduces the burden on local crews when equipment is out of service. A motion and second were recorded and the roll call indicated support from council members present.
Council asked staff to follow up on the shared-services details and report back with formal contract language and cost estimates.
