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Council asks staff for updated quote on 36-yard refuse truck; decision deferred
Summary
Staff and Council discussed replacing an aging refuse truck with a new 36-yard Freightliner/Champion body; council did not authorize an order, instead requesting an updated quote with deposit and payment terms for consideration at the next meeting.
City Manager Ray Resendez and staff member Tristan described the need to replace an older refuse collection truck with a new 36-yard unit (Freightliner chassis with Champion body). Resendez and Tristan said buildout time for the new truck is about one year and noted budgetary implications of placing the order now.
Council discussed the timing and financial impact and did not authorize a purchase at the April 28 meeting. Instead, the council requested staff obtain an updated quote, including any required deposit or payment terms, and return with that information at the next meeting so members can decide whether to proceed.
