Title
Consider a resolution authorizing the City Manager to issue a Purchase Order to RDO Equipment Co. for the purchase of two (2) John Deere 324L Backhoe Loaders.
Body
We are replacing a 324H loader that used to be in Waterline Maintenance Department, this equipment was taken out of service last year due to a costly ($30,000) repair on the rear axle.
We are also replacing a 544H loader for the Street Maintenance Department due to the age of the equipment, this loader is almost 20 years old and parts are starting to be hard to find.
Cost: $256,708.00
Source of Funds: General Self-Financed Purchases and Utility Fund