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Alamo authorizes staff inspection of candidate trolleys for festival transportation
Summary
Assistant City Manager Alex was authorized to travel with staff to inspect two used trolleys — a 2002, ~27‑passenger vehicle priced at about $58,000 and a 2018, ~24‑seat unit located in North Carolina — with both described as having ADA accommodations; the commission instructed staff to return with purchase contracts for approval.
The City of Alamo on March 17 authorized Assistant City Manager Alex and staff to inspect candidate trolleys for festival transportation and to return to the commission with purchase recommendations.
Alex summarized two options found in the city's search: a 2002 trolley in Texas listed at a little over $58,000 and a 2018 trolley located in North Carolina with lower passenger capacity. "I am asking to allow myself and some staff to actually go inspect the actual trolleys prior to any purchase," Alex said, and added that both candidate vehicles included ADA-accessible spaces and seating for roughly two wheelchair users. Commissioners supported a staff inspection to verify mileage, engine condition and ADA features and directed Alex to bring public‑works staff for mechanical checks and a qualified driver for test driving.
Why it matters: The trolleys would be used for festival transportation and must meet safety and accessibility requirements. Staff said they would return with inspection findings and contract documentation before any purchase is authorized.
Next steps: The commission approved the inspection authorization by voice vote; staff will inspect the vehicles, report back on condition and recommended purchases, and place any purchase contracts on a future agenda for formal approval.
