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Dolores County approves $692,290 crusher purchase to support road operations
Summary
The Dolores County commissioners approved purchase of a crusher priced at $692,290.29 after staff outlined financing options and projected interest; the vote was unanimous and the board directed staff to finalize purchase paperwork.
The Dolores County Board of County Commissioners voted to approve the purchase of a crusher priced at $692,290.29.
Chair (speaker 3) presented financing details, saying, "Principle amount, $692,290.29. And then what the interest total over the 3 year would be $747,750.75." After discussion about down payment options and anticipated payback, the chair moved to approve the purchase and the board took a voice vote in favor.
Commissioners framed the purchase as a long-term cost-saving investment for county road operations; the chair said it would "save us money longer" while acknowledging the up-front expense. The board recorded the motion and second, heard no further discussion, and approved the acquisition.
The county will proceed with contract and financing steps identified by staff; commissioners did not specify an exact delivery timeline during the meeting.
