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Orono council approves replacement fleet maintenance truck after staff tour
Summary
After a staff tour of fleet operations, Council Member Ricks moved and the council approved the purchase of a replacement fleet maintenance service truck, citing government pricing and long‑term operating needs.
Council Member Ricks told colleagues he had toured the fleet maintenance facility with staff and reviewed vehicle condition and pricing. He described comparisons with used vehicles and said government pricing for a new Ford made replacement the best value.
Ricks moved to approve purchasing the replacement fleet service truck; the motion was seconded and passed by voice vote. The mayor thanked Council Member Ricks for the due diligence and site visit.
Council recorded no roll‑call votes in the transcript; the approval was by voice vote. Staff will proceed with the procurement as approved.
