Board approves several Public Works vehicle purchases; discussion continues on fleet needs
Summary
The board approved purchase of a used dump truck via a statewide contract and a 2024 Ram 3500 to support paving operations; commissioners debated whether to buy additional pickup trucks, and they asked Public Works to provide a countywide vehicle inventory and maintenance schedule.
Commissioners approved multiple Public Works vehicle purchases on Oct. 28 to support expanded in‑house paving capacity.
Staff recommended purchase of a used dump truck (20/21 10–14 yard) under a statewide contract (United Rentals quote) for roughly $95,002, to be funded from T‑SPLOST; the board approved the purchase and authorized the chair to sign required documents. The board also approved purchase of a 2024 Ram 3500 (full‑size flatbed) to pull paving implements and hot‑box equipment, with staff noting that the 3,500 series was appropriate for towing heavier asphalt equipment.
Commissioners discussed the broader fleet: several former sheriff—s trucks recently transferred to Public Works, and staff will inventory county vehicles, record mileage and maintenance needs, and return with a countywide fixed‑asset and maintenance plan. Some commissioners expressed preference to delay a 1,500 pickup purchase until staff reviewed the surplus sheriff trucks and provided fleet condition data.
Public Works said it will bring a consolidated vehicle schedule and proposed future purchases to the board for budget planning.
