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Board approves ARPA‑funded equipment purchases and IT license renewal
Summary
Using ARPA grant funds, the board approved purchases including a $134,832 Cat backhoe for stormwater work, a $33,500 forklift, and a $65,270 pickup truck; the council also approved up to $33,000 to renew office productivity licenses. Staff said these replace aging fleet units and are covered by grant funds.
The board approved several equipment purchases funded with federal ARPA grant dollars earmarked for stormwater and public works. Public Works staff said a 2024 Cat backhoe would replace an older unit with hydraulic issues and be used for stormwater pipe work; the contract price is $134,832 under state pricing. The board also approved a forklift for $33,500 and a pickup truck for $65,270, all recorded as being funded 100% by ARPA and approved by voice votes where recorded.
IT staff requested authorization not to exceed $33,000 to renew the city's office productivity suite license; the IT manager told the board the renewal keeps the email and document platform in place and represents a substantially lower cost than three years ago. Staff emphasized there is no general‑fund impact for the equipment purchases because the funding comes from grant money specifically earmarked for these purposes. Motions carried by recorded voice where indicated and staff will proceed with procurement under state contract pricing.
