Village flags $350,000 plow replacement, equipment needs and parks projects in CIP
Staff proposed replacing an aging 2009 Volvo plow (~$350,000), purchasing a mini‑excavator (~$80,000) and a concrete grinder ($250,000 placeholder), and discussed options for a bucket truck; parks items include new basketball/volleyball courts and a $1.2 million Old Highway Road Trail with grant support.
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Presenter identified several high‑priority public works equipment purchases: replacing a 2009 Volvo payload plow (~$350,000 to be funded by levy), acquiring a mini‑excavator (~$80,000) for service line and drainage work, and budgeting a concrete grinder (~$250,000) and possible bucket truck (staff estimated a used unit could be found for about $80,000 versus $200,000 new). Trustees debated rent vs. purchase and raised maintenance and insurance concerns for a bucket truck.
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