Heavy plow and bucket truck replacement timing
Summary
Emissions-related engine changes could make next year's bucket truck and heavy plow 16–35% more expensive. Pre-ordering this year could save $35,000–$50,000 on one plow, and the full purchase request comes in June.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jun 22, 2026.
Impact analysis
Could save $35,000–$50,000 on one heavy plow by buying this year instead of next.
Taxpayers, if the early purchase locks in lower prices.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Public Works Committee - Jun 22, 2026
Waiting until 2027 would cost about $91,000 more and the old plow truck's discontinued hydraulic part has left it unusable. The committee moved the purchase up to 2026.
Public Works Committee - May 26, 2026
Emissions-related engine changes could make next year's bucket truck and heavy plow 16–35% more expensive. Pre-ordering this year could save $35,000–$50,000 on one plow, and the full purchase request comes in June.
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