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Board notes $10,000 savings from moving winter maintenance in-house; equipment maintenance and sander issues flagged
Summary
Board members reported moving winter maintenance for a route from a private contractor to the town road crew saved about $10,000; members also discussed issues with a 1-ton sander and higher-than-expected materials and repair costs.
Members reported a recent operational change: winter maintenance for a specified route (Westin/Winterbourne) was shifted from a private contractor to the town road crew, producing estimated savings of about $10,000.
Committee member (S2) explained the change and attributed part of the savings to using town crews instead of a contractor who had previously increased rates. Separately, members discussed mechanical problems with the 1-ton sander and starter replacement, and raised the high cost of repairs and materials; S2 and others urged setting a maintenance schedule and monitoring the equipment line. Chair (S1) said they hoped the town’s 1-ton sander could be made serviceable and highlighted the importance of consistent maintenance to avoid unexpected high costs.
Next steps: work to keep the sander operational, confirm starter status and repair needs with the road commissioner, and maintain a schedule to reduce tire and repair overruns.
