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Commissioners approve purchase of two backhoes with trade credit, net cost $69,005.62
Summary
Kaufman County approved buying two Caterpillar backhoes for road and bridge work at a listed total price of $304,005.62 with a $235,000 trade‑in credit, producing a net county cost of $69,005.62, the county reported.
County staff recommended purchasing two Caterpillar backhoes addressed to Road & Bridge use, citing specifications and procurement compliance. "This item's for 2 pieces of equipment totaling $304,005.62 with a $235,000 trading credit. Net cost to the county is... $69,005.62," Lorena told the court when presenting the purchase.
Commissioners moved and approved the purchase by voice vote; staff said the machines meet bid specifications and procurement requirements. The trade‑in credit will be applied at the time of purchase, reducing the immediate cash outlay required from the county's equipment/fleet budget.
