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Commission approves letter of intent to buy Kenworth truck; engineer cites FEMA reimbursement potential
Summary
County engineer presented a letter of intent to purchase a Kenworth T480 tandem-axle knuckle-boom truck (FY26-27). Updated price cited at about $299,500; commissioners approved the letter of intent and noted FEMA reimbursement may apply if equipment meets FEMA standards.
The commission approved a letter of intent to purchase a Kenworth T480 tandem-axle knuckle-boom truck for FY26–27 after County Engineer Clay Phillips presented the proposal. Phillips provided an updated price and said, "299,500," and explained a salesperson was negotiating a discount.
Phillips said purchasing equipment that complies with FEMA cleanup requirements could allow the county to apply for reimbursement when the truck is used in storm response. Commissioners approved the letter of intent by voice vote; Phillips said staff would continue negotiations and finalize procurement details in the coming weeks.
