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Board debates leasing a used 2024 ambulance for $305,000; motion made to proceed on 3-year lease with payment deferred to 2027
Summary
Sheriff and ambulance staff presented a time-sensitive opportunity to purchase a 2024 used, fully equipped ambulance for $305,000. After discussion of fleet age, mileage and budgeting, a commissioner moved to buy the unit on a three-year lease-to-own plan deferring the first payment until 2027.
Sheriff and ambulance leadership informed the commission of a limited-time opportunity to acquire a 2024 used ambulance with a road-rescue box for $305,000. Staff described the vehicle as fully equipped — including an electric PowerLift cot and an 800-megahertz radio — and noted the unit had about 19,000 miles; a vendor told staff it was available because the previous service/operator had disbanded.
Commissioners reviewed fleet composition (several older rigs with high mileage) and the county's prior plan to budget for replacement on a multi-year cadence. Treasurer recommended a lease-to-own option with deferred first payment; staff explained the lease company offers a three-year payment plan with the final payment transferring ownership. After extended discussion about timing and replacement cadence, a commissioner moved that the county purchase the ambulance for $305,000 using a three-year lease program with the first payment deferred until 2027. Commissioners asked staff to confirm warranty/maintenance transfer, mileage and transport logistics before finalizing financing paperwork.
