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Select Board authorizes purchase of replacement truck up to $237,350
Summary
The board approved a motion to buy a replacement municipal truck (described in the motion) with an authorized spending cap of $237,350 and delegated execution of documents to the town administrator; the motion passed on a voice vote.
The select board voted to approve the purchase of a replacement municipal truck and associated chassis/equipment for roads and bridges, with a price cap of $237,350.
A board member moved to approve the purchase and to authorize the town administrator to sign necessary documents. The motion specified a maximum price "not to exceed $237,350," and passed on a voice vote. Public works staff described the purchase as part of an equipment-rotation plan to reduce downtime and repair costs and said the new truck will serve as a backup to the main crew and assist during plowing operations.
Board members discussed trade‑in and auction options for the older vehicle and emphasized warranty and parts commonality as benefits of standardizing the fleet. Funding will come from the capital budget appropriations approved by the board.
