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Commission approves funding plan for new backhoe for transfer station pending budget verification
Summary
Transfer‑station manager requested a replacement backhoe after extended downtime of the current machine; the commission approved funding subject to confirmation from the budget officer and asked for a market comparison and equipment inventory at follow‑up.
Transfer‑station manager Kenny Allen presented quotes and usage history for the facility’s backhoe, reported significant downtime and maintenance costs on the old machine, and recommended purchasing a new backhoe (new Cat quoted) with payments deferred until next July. Allen said the new machine includes extended warranty and maintenance provisions and would prevent recurring service interruptions that slow operations.
Commissioners asked for additional market comparisons and for the manager to supply an equipment inventory and fee‑revenue breakdown (including out‑of‑county fees) within two weeks. The commission approved the purchase motion with the caveat that the county budget officer verify available funds before the agreement is signed. The board agreed to revisit bank‑bid financing if necessary before final contract execution.
