3.5 Fleet Vehicle Purchase Ford Escape
Request for
City Council Action
DEPARTMENT INFORMATION
ORIGINATING DEPARTMENT REQUESTOR: MEETING DATE:
Streets Street Operations Manager Lamson October 10, 2022
PRESENTER(s) REVIEWED BY: ITEM #:
Consent City Administrator/Finance Director Flaherty 3.5 – Fleet Vehicle
STRATEGIC VISION
MEETS: THE CITY OF OTSEGO:
Is a strong organization that is committed to leading the community through innovative
communication.
Has proactively expanded infrastructure to responsibly provide core services.
X Is committed to delivery of quality emergency service responsive to community needs and
expectations in a cost-effective manner.
Is a social community with diverse housing, service options, and employment opportunities.
Is a distinctive, connected community known for its beauty and natural surroundings.
AGENDA ITEM DETAILS
RECOMMENDATION:
City staff is recommending that the City Council approve a fleet vehicle purchase.
ARE YOU SEEKING APPROVAL OF A CONTRACT? IS A PUBLIC HEARING REQUIRED?
No No
BACKGROUND/JUSTIFICATION:
The 2023 Fleet Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) includes the addition of a compact SUV to be utilized by the
Building Safety and Administration Departments.
Staff has requested a quote from Ford of Hibbing who currently holds the State contract for this vehicle.
The dealership provided a quote of $29,058.10. This total purchase price will be reflected in the 2023 CIP
as delivery of this vehicle is anticipated in 2023.
The Public Works Subcommittee was presented with this information at its September 21st meeting and
recommended that it be placed on consent agenda.
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS ATTACHED:
▪ Quote: Ford of Hibbing
POSSIBLE MOTION
PLEASE WORD MOTION AS YOU WOULD LIKE IT TO APPEAR IN THE MINUTES:
Motion to approve the purchase of a Ford Escape from Ford of Hibbing for the state contract price of
$29,058.10.
BUDGET INFORMATION
FUNDING: BUDGETED:
Fund 206 – Capital Equipment Revolving Yes