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Council approves purchase of nine recycled-plastic benches for town park
Summary
The council voted to replace nine worn metal benches in the town park with recycled-plastic benches from Uline, approving an estimated $5,787 purchase price (shipping excluded) and asked staff to verify mounting and installation needs.
The Town Council voted June 2 to buy nine recycled-plastic benches for the town park, approving the purchase of the quoted Uline product and an estimated total of $5,787 excluding shipping.
A council member moved to replace all nine existing metal benches and recommended Uline's option because it included a mounting kit; an online alternative priced at $583 per bench lacked a mounting kit. The council discussed whether all benches should be replaced at once and whether concrete pads would be needed for installation.
Scott (council member) confirmed the park has nine benches in total. Pam asked whether the benches were made in the U.S.; staff said they believed the vendor ships from Chicago and that Uline might offer free shipping depending on the order. After brief discussion the council approved the motion by voice vote.
Staff said they will verify shipping costs and mounting requirements and can consider alternate vendors if shipping or availability makes another source preferable. The council noted the option to adjust procurement if supply or cost concerns arise.
The purchase was recorded in the meeting minutes and the order will be finalized by staff.
