Presenter/Contact
Presenter
Jennifer Gates, Buyer
Contact Info
(830) 221-4383 - JGates@nbtexas.org
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SUBJECT:
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Approval of several vehicles to be declared as surplus prior to being sold at auction.
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BACKGROUND / RATIONALE:
In October 2007, City Council approved an interlocal agreement with Ector County to allow the City to utilize contracts awarded by the county; such as online auctions of surplus vehicles and equipment via the County’s awarded contractor, Rene Bates. The City of New Braunfels has since completed many successful online auctions - the City has sold 249 vehicles and miscellaneous items for a total of $1,666,120 since April 8, 2008.
The City Manager has the authority to declare vehicles and items to be considered surplus if their value is under $5,000. Staff anticipates that most of the vehicles currently designated for auction will ultimately be sold for less than this threshold. However, to ensure compliance with City code, staff requests that City Council declare a 1997 Ford F-750 fuel truck and a 2008 Ford F-350 flatbed utility truck to be considered surplus. All units will be sold “as is-no warranty” via online auction.
ADDRESSES A NEED/ISSUE IN A CITY PLAN OR COUNCIL PRIORITY:
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Yes |
Strategic Priorities: |
9. Maintain fiscal stability of City operations |
FISCAL IMPACT:
All proceeds from the auction will be placed into the Equipment/Vehicle Replacement Fund to offset the cost of replacement vehicles and for other equipment purchases.
Recommendation
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION:
N/A
STAFF RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the approval for several vehicles to be declared as surplus prior to being sold at auction.