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Ridgely to buy $6,013 salt spreader, proposes using ARPA funds after winter storm
Summary
Director of Operations David Crist recommended purchasing a drop-box salt spreader from the state program for $6,013 and seeking two pallets of salt; President Brad Sears moved to purchase, with Commissioners Hurley and Leister indicating support. The board agreed to proceed and noted using ARPA funds as a funding source.
Ridgely’s Commissioners agreed Feb. 2 to move forward with purchasing a drop-box salt spreader to improve the town’s storm response.
Director of Operations David Crist told the board that, following a recent snow and ice storm, public works would benefit from a salt spreader available through the state program. He said the unit is available for $6,013 and suggested the town attempt to acquire two pallets of salt as well. Crist proposed using ARPA funds to cover the purchase.
After discussion, President Brad Sears made a motion to purchase the drop-box salt spreader; Commissioners John Hurley and Chad Leister indicated their support. The minutes record the motion and support, and the purchase was placed on the board’s agreed actions for follow-up.
The town’s ARPA fund balance was reported at $18,495.57 during the meeting. The minutes do not record additional procurement details, delivery timing or any vote roll call beyond the motion and commissioners’ support.
Director Crist also told residents the town will resume ice removal activities when temperatures rise above freezing and crews can safely break up and remove ice piles.
