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Commissioners authorize $158,043 purchase of semi tractor for county use

Hancock County Board of Commissioners · February 19, 2026
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Summary

The board approved Resolution #101-26 to buy a 2027 Freightliner 114SD tandem-axle semi tractor from Stoops Freightliner for use by the Hancock County Engineer at a cost of $158,043; the motion passed 3-0.

The Hancock County Board of Commissioners on Feb. 19 authorized the county to purchase a 2027 Freightliner 114SD tandem-axle semi tractor to support county engineering operations. Phil Johnson presented Resolution #101-26 and stated the purchase price: "The cost of the new semi tractor will be $158,043.00." The motion to approve was made by Bill Bateson and seconded by Tim Bechtol; the vote was 3-0.

The resolution authorizes entry into an agreement with Truck Country of Indiana Inc. doing business as Stoops Freightliner of Lima, Ohio. Commissioners did not request additional bidding information during the meeting transcript; the action was recorded as an approved procurement on the county's agenda.