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Council authorizes purchase of 2010 Freightliner dump truck after inspection in Iowa

Common Council of the City of Alma · December 18, 2025
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Summary

After foreman Joe Wick and staff inspected a 2010 Freightliner in Manchester, Iowa, the City Council authorized purchase of the truck for $65,000; the Finance committee had authorized travel to inspect trucks up to $70,000.

The Alma Common Council authorized the purchase of a used 2010 Freightliner dump truck for $65,000 after Foreman Joe Wick, city crew member Greg Mueller and Councilman David Earney inspected the vehicle in Manchester, Iowa.

The Finance/Tax & License/Zoning Committee had earlier authorized Wick to travel to view trucks priced up to $70,000. Council approved the purchase by roll call vote. Council members discussed leasing but the mayor reported leasing was not found to be advantageous for the city.

No details about the seller, warranty, financing mechanism, or replacement schedule for the old vehicle were recorded in the minutes.

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