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Council approves purchase of 2026 Ford F-250 for water utility at $44,215.50

Fort Atkinson City Council · August 5, 2026
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Summary

The council approved buying a 2026 Ford F-250 Super Duty for the water utility from Griffin Ford at a cost not to exceed $44,215.50; staff said the vehicle replaces a 17-year-old truck and was budgeted in last year's CIP.

Water Superintendent Armstrong explained the water utility needs to replace a 17-year-old truck used daily for service calls and main repairs. Staff solicited two bids: Griffin Ford (Fort Atkinson) at $44,215.50 and Gordy Boucher (Janesville) at $47,099.06; Armstrong recommended Griffin Ford based on price and fleet commonality. He said the purchase was included in last year’s CIP and that the city has budgeted the funds.

A councilmember moved to approve the purchase from Griffin Ford for an amount not to exceed $44,215.50; the motion was seconded and carried by voice vote. Armstrong said the larger F-250 model was recommended to better handle trailers and equipment used by the utility.

Next steps: contract paperwork and delivery coordination with Griffin Ford.

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