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TO: Mayor John Laesch
FROM: Christopher Linville, Superintendent of Fleet Operations
DATE: July, 16 2025
SUBJECT:
A Resolution authorizing the purchase of a replacement digger/derrick truck for the Electrical Division not to exceed the budgeted amount of $164,000.00.
PURPOSE:
To ensure that the Electrical Division has adequate equipment to perform their duties.
BACKGROUND:
The existing digger/derrick truck, used for utility pole installation and maintenance, lifting and positioning heavy materials, and working at various heights, is 25 years old. Due to its age, wear, and the limited availability of replacement parts, the truck has reached the end of its service life. The digger/derrick truck replacement was approved for 2025.
DISCUSSION:
To reduce costs and avoid lengthy build times, we will pursue a lightly used truck with low mileage and engine hours. Because these types of commercial vehicles are often available for only a limited time, I am requesting approval to move forward with a purchase not to exceed the budgeted amount.
The Fleet Maintenance Division will thoroughly evaluate any potential vehicle to ensure it is mechanically reliable and suitable for its intended use.
Funding to satisfy the cost will be drawn from Account 340-4020-418.75-10 ($164,000.00 budgeted).
IMPACT STATEMENT:
N/A
RECOMMENDATIONS:
That the City Council adopts a resolution authorizing the purchase of a replacement digger/derrick truck for the Electrical Division not to exceed the budgeted amount of $164,000.00.
cc: Infrastructure and Technology Committee
CITY OF AURORA, ILLINOIS
RESOLUTION NO. _________
DATE OF PASSAGE ________________
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A Resolution authorizing the purchase of a replacement digger/derrick truck for the Electrical Division not to exceed the budgeted amount of $164,000.00
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WHEREAS, the City of Aurora has a population of more than 25,000 persons and is, therefore, a home rule unit under subsection (a) of Section 6 of Article VII of the Illinois Constitution of 1970; and
WHEREAS, subject to said Section, a home rule unit may exercise any power and perform any function pertaining to its government and affairs for the protection of the public health, safety, morals, and welfare; and
WHEREAS, The existing digger/derrick truck, used for utility pole installation and maintenance, lifting and positioning heavy materials, and working at various heights, is 25 years old. Due to its age, wear, and the limited availability of replacement parts, the truck has reached the end of its service life. The digger/derrick truck replacement was approved for 2025; and
WHEREAS, because these types of commercial vehicles are often available for only a limited time, I am requesting approval to move forward with a purchase not to exceed the budgeted amount.; and
WHEREAS, account 340-4020-418.75-10 has available funds ($164,000.00) to satisfy the purchase of this equipment; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Aurora, Illinois, as follows: The City Council adopts a resolution authorizing the purchase of a replacement digger/derrick truck for the Electrical Division not to exceed the budgeted amount of $164,000.00 is hereto and made a part hereof and the Director of Purchasing shall issue the necessary order.