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Aliceville council approves budgeted purchases for grapple truck and police vehicle
Summary
Council approved two previously budgeted purchases: a used grapple truck for $38,900 after staff inspection, and a fully outfitted 2026 police Ford Explorer priced at about $55,000; both items were presented as budgeted and approved by voice vote.
The council approved two budgeted equipment purchases on April 27: a used grapple truck priced at $38,900 and a fully outfitted 2026 Ford Explorer police vehicle at roughly $55,000.
Staff said mechanics and the street department supervisor inspected the grapple truck in Tennessee and reported it in acceptable condition; the seller agreed to new front tires and repaired a leak. Mr. Pruitt described the inspection and recommended the purchase. Council moved and seconded the motion to accept the price, and the motion carried by voice vote.
On the police vehicle, staff noted the vehicle arrives with factory warranties and that radios can be transferred from existing city vehicles. The purchase was previously budgeted; council approved moving forward and confirmed payment arrangements that spread cost rather than paying the full amount up front.
Both purchases were described as coming from the existing budget and not requiring new appropriations. Delivery logistics were discussed (transport from Tennessee for the grapple truck; local delivery for the police vehicle), including estimated transport or delivery costs and warranty details for the police vehicle.
