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Select Board approves purchase of pickup after debate on chassis and rotation
Summary
After extended discussion about chassis size, warranty and long-term rotation plans, the board approved buying a Dodge Ram for $71,178; members said the decision will affect future capital budgets and asked staff to present a truck-rotation plan.
Board members debated whether the town should buy a 5,500 chassis or a smaller 3,500 chassis pickup and how that choice fits the adopted capital equipment plan. Members raised concerns about a $30,000 variance from the capital plan and the long-term ripple effects of a higher-priced vehicle, with several asking for formal rotation and warranty-savings data before future purchases.
A board member moved to buy a Dodge Ram from Northpointe for $71,178; the motion carried by voice vote. The mover said Jason had done extensive homework on vehicle configurations and that the purchase represents a timely replacement that balances current needs and availability. Members directed staff to include a truck‑rotation schedule in the next budget discussion to clarify trade-in timing and lifecycle costs.
