Commission approves $147,315 excavator purchase for District 3

Jul 23, 2026

The Lamar County Commission approved financing for a Takeuchi excavator and attachments for District 3 at a total price of $147,315.23, with recommended financing through 1st National. The purchase was presented as necessary for road maintenance and right-of-way work.

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Acting Chair opened discussion of a proposed excavator purchase for District 3 and said the commission had explored Sourcewell pricing and recommended financing through 1st National. The chair stated, "The total price was $147,315.23," and asked for a motion to approve the expenditure from District 3 funds; a motion was made and seconded and the commission voted in favor.

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