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Selectboard approves new highway equipment orders; Road Foreman outlines chipper options
Summary
The Weston Selectboard unanimously approved orders for two new highway trucks, discussed bridge inspections and winter staffing, and asked Road Foreman Jeff Yrsha to research wood chipper options estimated at $16,000–$50,000.
The Town of Weston Selectboard on Jan. 13 approved orders for highway equipment after a presentation from Road Foreman Jeff Yrsha.
Yrsha described the planned purchases, including a Western Star 294 with an all-angle plow and a new body and plow to replace the town's International truck. “No upfront payment is required at this time,” the board noted during the equipment discussion. Denis Benson moved to approve the equipment orders; the motion was seconded by Linda Saarnijoki and approved unanimously.
The board also reviewed recent vehicle repairs and staffing plans for the winter storm season, focusing on maintaining response capacity during extended inclement weather. Yrsha said he would follow up with dealerships about trade-ins and pricing.
Members discussed a possible wood chipper purchase to manage brush and storm debris, with Yrsha giving an estimated price range of roughly $16,000 to $50,000 depending on configuration and attachments. He agreed to contact dealers, including Capital Tractor, to check availability and potential discounts.
The board took the equipment motion as a formal action and recorded the approval in the meeting minutes. No further immediate capital funding details were provided during the discussion.
