Article 25: To see if the Town will vote to raise and appropriate, transfer from available funds, or borrow the sum of One Hundred Eighty-Five Thousand Dollars ($185,000), or any other sum, for the use of the Department of Public Works Highway Division to purchase one (1) one-ton dump truck with re-purpose, or take any other action relative thereto.
Explanation: This article provides funding to replace a 2012 Ford F-350 utilized by the Department for cemetery, park, and winter maintenance operations. At the time of replacement, the vehicle will be approximately 15 years old and has experienced significant wear, including engine issues, reduced performance, and visible rust and corrosion. With high usage hours exceeding typical levels for similar vehicles, the existing truck is no longer reliable and struggles to tow necessary equipment. The proposed replacement—a dual rear wheel truck with a utility body—will improve operational efficiency, versatility, and towing capacity. The request also includes the cost to repurpose another fleet vehicle to better meet operational needs, with the repurposed vehicle to be traded in as part of the replacement plan.
Votes Needed to Pass: Majority
Relevant Discussions for This Article
Presentation to Finance Committee by DPW Director Scott Charpentier: December 16, 2025 (Minutes)
Presentation to Appropriations Committee by DPW Director Scott Charpentier: February 10, 2026 (Minutes)
Financial Planning Committee Vote: February 19, 2026 (Minutes)