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City plans to replace 2005 pickup and buy new mowers; quotes obtained

City of Montrose City Council Workshop · August 27, 2025
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Summary

Staff said the City plans to replace a 2005 Chevy pickup (quote just under $50,000) and to purchase two commercial mowers, with quotes and trade‑in values already reviewed as part of the 2026 equipment plan.

Staff told councilors that the 2026 capital plan includes a public works vehicle replacement and equipment purchases. "We are planning to replace the 2005 Chevy Silverado pickup. We did get a quote. It is just under 50,000," the staff member said and added that quotes for two commercial mowers and trade-in values have been included in the estimates.

Staff said they added slight cushions to equipment cost estimates to account for price changes and noted that the City will schedule equipment replacements across a multi-year plan. The vehicle and mower purchases are part of the broader street improvement and general capital planning discussed at the workshop.