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Sylvania to buy smaller rear‑loader for yard waste program at $192,145
Summary
Council approved ordinance 96‑2026 to purchase a McNelius M5 rear‑loader (11 cu. yd.) from McQueen Equipment Company for $192,145 to support the city's green yard waste collection program, with a soft roll‑out planned this summer.
Public Service staff described a proposal to replace a larger 22‑yard loader with a smaller McNelius M5 rear‑loader that compacts material and better matches current collection volumes. Joe Shaw told council the model has an 11 cubic‑yard capacity and a price of $192,145; staff said the smaller vehicle would increase operational efficiency and could accept homeowner toters.
Council moved and approved ordinance 96‑2026 as an emergency appropriation to accept the vendor proposal and purchase the vehicle. Staff said lead time is six to eight weeks and that the truck could arrive by the end of summer; the department plans a soft rollout and will provide guidance on compatible toter sizes.
