šŸš› $345K Decision: New City Truck

Rossland City Council is deciding whether to spend $345,142 on a new dump truck that will handle your winter snow plowing and summer road maintenance.

This multi-purpose vehicle would replace a 15-year-old truck and improve the city's ability to keep roads clear and safe year-round. šŸŒØļøā„ļø

Council meets to vote on this significant infrastructure investment.

  • šŸš› Current 2009 Sterling dump truck needs replacement after 15+ years

  • ā„ļø New truck will serve dual purpose: winter snow plowing/sanding

  • šŸ—ļø Summer equipment transport to improve fleet versatility

  • āš™ļø Includes specialized hooklift and sander equipment

  • šŸ”„ Old truck will be traded in as part of the deal

Only 1 of 5 Bids Met Requirements

1 out of 5
Although New West Truck's $345,142 bid wasn't the cheapest, it was the only one of five submissions that met all city specifications. Four other companies submitted non-compliant bids ranging from $286,760 to $383,523, showing the importance of meeting technical requirements for public safety equipment.

  • šŸŒØļø Improved winter road clearing with modern plow and sanding systems

  • šŸš› Better reliability than 15-year-old equipment for emergency response

  • šŸ’° Enhanced fleet versatility reduces need for multiple specialized vehicles

Should Council approve spending $345,142 on this new dump truck to improve winter road maintenance and summer equipment transport?

šŸ“… Next Steps: Council will vote on this equipment purchase at their next meeting.

šŸ¢ Make Your Voice Heard:

  • Attend the council meeting in person
  • Submit written comments before the meeting
  • Contact your councillors directly

šŸ’° This represents a significant infrastructure investment in maintaining essential city services that affect every resident.

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Sep 15, 2025