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Council approves $7,066 bobcat broom to improve winter sidewalk and trail clearing
Summary
Public works staff received council approval to buy a 7-foot broom attachment for the bobcat from FarmRight (Dassel) for $7,066.04 to help clear sidewalks and wider walking trails during snow events.
The council approved a $7,066.04 purchase to outfit the city's bobcat with a 7-foot broom attachment intended to streamline snow clearing on wider sidewalks and walking trails.
Public works staff explained the broom would not fit every sidewalk but would speed clearing of trails and wider walkways. Two state-bid quotes produced an identical total; staff favored FarmRight in Dassel because they had the unit in stock. "So I'm looking to get approval for the purchase, I guess, from FarmRight," the presenter said. A council member moved to approve the purchase and the motion passed by roll call (5-0).
Staff said funds were available in the street budget and that delivery or pickup options were possible. The city will proceed to procure the broom and add it to winter operations.
