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Commission authorizes bids for used trucks; one commissioner opposes
Summary
Russell County commissioners voted to take bids on used trucks, approving the motion with a 4–1 vote; Commissioner Alan Kuntzsch voted no. Bid openings are scheduled for March 2, 2026.
Jason Krug moved that the county take bids on used trucks; Duke Strobel seconded the motion. The motion carried with Steve Reinhardt and Dean Haselhorst voting yes and Alan Kuntzsch voting no; the minutes record the motion as passed.
Commissioners also discussed whether to purchase new or used equipment; Public Works Director Justin Mermis will prepare the bid publication for a March 2, 2026 opening. The minutes do not record additional reasons for Kuntzsch’s dissent or a dollar estimate for the expected purchases.
