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Edwardsville City Council authorizes purchase of 2026 F-150 for public works
Summary
The Edwardsville City Council on Jan. 7 authorized the city manager to purchase a equipped 2026 Ford F-150 for public works, citing high repair costs on an existing vehicle and budgeted funds from the special sales tax fund.
The Edwardsville City Council voted unanimously to authorize the city manager to purchase a 2026 Ford F-150 and associated equipment for public works.
Brian Hutchison, the staff presenter, told the council the recommendation is “for the city council to consider authorizing city manager to purchase a 2026 F-150 from Mission Ford,” and that the procurement includes installation of strobe lights, toolbox, two-way radio, decals and related equipment. Hutchison said the older truck’s odometer was not working, the vehicle is likely around 90,000 miles and that transmission repairs alone approached the quoted $9,000 estimate.
Staff said the all-in cost will be paid from the special sales tax fund budgeted for 2026. Council members asked about timeline and availability; staff replied the vehicle likely will be available in about three months and that the procurement was sourced through bids with Shawnee Mission Ford selected.
The city recorded a 5-0 vote in favor of the authorization. Staff will complete the purchase and schedule equipment installation as budgeted.
