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Officials approve crushing 5,000 tons of concrete for street use
Summary
Members approved a motion to crush 5,000 tons of concrete (specs discussed: 1-inch and 0.5-inch options) to use as matting/gravel for prioritized streets after reviewing per-ton pricing, mobilization costs and available street-oiling budget.
At the meeting, members debated and approved a motion to crush 5,000 tons of concrete for use in street maintenance and matting. A member moved the measure and a second followed; officials discussed per-ton pricing (about $17–$21 per ton depending on the quantity and mobilization), the preferred crushed sizes (1-inch and 0.5-inch were discussed) and which streets should be prioritized for matting and compaction.
Speakers emphasized that crushed concrete packs well and can be a cost-effective material for projects such as Juniper and other high-priority streets. The group reviewed the remaining street oiling account balance (discussed as $181,920) and noted that crushing 5,000 tons would draw down available funds but was viewed as a productive use of the balance while equipment and contractors are available.
A motion to grind/crush 5,000 tons was made and seconded; members answered in the affirmative during roll call and the motion was recorded as approved by the members present.
Why it matters: The decision allocates a substantial portion of remaining street oiling funds toward a large material stockpile that can support multiple street projects in coming seasons. It also sets the specification (size options) and a practical plan to preserve future paving and matting capacity.
What’s next: Staff and public-works personnel will schedule crushing and coordinate mobilization, matting and storage; if contractor availability or weather changes, timing may shift.
