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Lowry City approves equipment purchases and maintenance spending for public works and fire department
Summary
The board approved up to $1,000 for cascade air‑system service for the fire department, authorized purchase of a Honda WT20 trash pump and accessories from USA Blue Book, and approved two pairs of chest waders and rain jackets for $362.56; the board also authorized a time clock purchase later in the meeting.
Lowry City’s Board of Aldermen approved several maintenance and equipment expenditures during its Jan. 21 meeting, including fire department service and public‑works purchases.
Fire Department: The board approved spending up to $1,000 to service and test the fire department’s cascade air system after Fire Chief Justin Norris reported recent repairs to engine 4462 and plans to order 400 feet of hose. The motion was moved and seconded and carried unanimously.
Public Works: Water and Wastewater Superintendent Josh Muller reported recent repairs (including a replaced oil pressure line for the sewer jet) and presented three quotes for a Honda WT20 2" trash pump: USA Blue Book $1,299, Grainger $1,536, and Electric Generator Depot $1,299. The board approved purchasing the pump and required suction/discharge hoses and quick‑couplers through USA Blue Book and approved two pairs of chest waders and rain jackets totaling $362.56.
Personnel equipment/timekeeping: Later in the meeting the board unanimously approved purchasing a time clock to be placed in the city hall break room; employees will be required to clock in and out and the clerk was asked to consider adding the change to the employee handbook.
The minutes show the motions passed by unanimous votes; specific delivery dates, warranties, or long‑term maintenance plans were not recorded.
