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Commissioners approve road equipment purchases; grapple bucket quote split with Nelson County
Summary
Road staff presented two equipment needs—a grapple bucket priced at $36,754 and replacement cutting edges—and commissioners agreed to the purchases with cost‑sharing mentioned for the grapple bucket.
Road department staff told the commission that the county needs a grapple bucket and replacement cutting edges for routine and brush‑removal work. One quote for a grapple bucket was $36,754; staff said they had negotiated a split with Nelson County for part of the purchase to reduce Benson County’s upfront cost.
Commission discussion centered on budget availability and timing; staff said this year’s equipment and fuel budgets can absorb the purchases without touching fuel reserves. Commissioners moved and seconded the proposal to purchase the grapple bucket and cutting edges, noting free shipping and a plan to split costs where feasible.
Why it matters: county crews rely on durable attachments for right‑of‑way clearing and storm response; aging cutting edges and limited grapple capability can slow or increase the cost of routine maintenance.
What’s next: staff will finalize vendor quotes and, where applicable, coordinate the interlocal split with Nelson County before placing orders.
