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Board discusses replacing groomer ATV after catastrophic failure; replacement quote exceeds $16,000 after trade‑in
Summary
Councilman Littlefield reported the groomer ATV suffered a gearbox failure with repair estimates over $4,000; a replacement quote is $21,728.15 with a $5,080.65 trade‑in leaving $16,647.50 due, and the board agreed to seek a Franklin County grant and possibly hold a special meeting before final purchase.
Councilman Owen Littlefield told the board the 2016 Cam‑Am ATV used for grooming the James C. Frenette Ski Trail experienced a catastrophic gearbox failure. Repair estimates topped $4,000, prompting a replacement quote of $21,728.15 with a trade‑in allowance of $5,080.65 and a balance due of $16,647.50.
Littlefield said he will apply for a $5,000 Franklin County grant to offset the cost, leaving an estimated town share of $11,647.50 if the grant is awarded. Supervisor Rick Dattola suggested tabling final approval until funding is clear and holding a special meeting to authorize purchase once financing is confirmed.
