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Franklin County approves lease for two John Deere tractors to use as mowers
Summary
Public Works Director Jeff Welton told commissioners the county should renew a lease for two John Deere tractors for 350 hours at $20.72/hour; the board approved the contract by unanimous vote on April 8, 2026.
Franklin County commissioners voted unanimously on April 8, 2026, to approve a lease renewal for John Deere tractors to be used as mowers.
Public Works Director Jeff Welton described the contract terms to the board, saying the agreement covers two mowers for 350 hours at $20.72 per hour. Commissioners characterized the contract as a good deal during the discussion.
Commissioner Colton Waymire moved to approve the new contract; Vice Chair Rod Harris seconded the motion. The board recorded a unanimous "yes" vote.
The lease is intended to provide mowing equipment capacity for county-maintained properties. The transcript does not specify whether the $20.72 hourly rate applies per mower or as a blended rate for both; the county's purchasing records should show the full contract documentation.
