Summary
Two aging workhorses — a 2011 loader and a 2014 dump truck — are being replaced, with the truck getting new snow-and-ice gear. These keep snow plowing and road maintenance running on the city's 210 lane miles.
At a glance
- Total mentions
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- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Jan 20, 2026.
Impact analysis
$522,913 combined across three resolutions, with trade-in credit on the loader.
Anyone who drives Vandalia roads in winter — snow response depends on this equipment.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council (Regular) - Jan 20, 2026
Two aging workhorses — a 2011 loader and a 2014 dump truck — are being replaced, with the truck getting new snow-and-ice gear. These keep snow plowing and road maintenance running on the city's 210 lane miles.
City Council (Work) - Jan 5, 2026
Three aging workhorses are due for replacement: a 2011 front-end loader and a rusty 2014 dump truck (plus its snow gear upfit), totaling about $523,000. Council noted the equipment will sit outside until the new Public Works facility opens, hopefully in 2027.
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