Council has agreed to spend $112,726 on a new tandem truck cab and chassis to replace a 1992 model in the township’s fleet.
However, council deferred a decision on a staff recommendation to purchase a box and plow and other features that would bring the total to more than $200,000 until it receives further information.
A report from fleet manager Henry Blancke and CAO Patty Sinnamon recommended the vehicle and equipment be purchased form Viking-Cives.
“The price of $112,726 includes $6,500 for an automatic greaser and $2,000 to up-size the rear axles to 46,000 pounds for the cab and chassis plus $95,650,” the report states.
“Our fleet and safety manager also advised that he is recommending that the extended warranty on the engine for seven years be purchased at an additional cost of $5,500. This will bring the complete package price to $213,876 plus taxes.”
Not wanting to hold up ordering the truck, which will take several months for delivery, council agreed the cab and chassis be ordered now, while council should take time to review the other options in the report, which council received the day of the May 13 meeting.
“This is a major, major deal here in the township. This is a lot of dollars and we get this report in the afternoon?” said councillor Andy Knetsch.
