SUBJECT
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Approve the purchase of three vehicles for Utilities positions, Microsoft surface pros, accessories, truck mounts and a budget amendment to move operating funds to capital funds ($917,477 one-time transfer)
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DESCRIPTION
This budget amendment is requested to transfer operating funds to capital funds to account for the transactions to purchase three additional vehicles, as well as 187 new Surface Pros with vehicle mounts and appurtenances. The new vehicles allow for the mobility of shared positions among the more than 30 utilities locations. The upgrade to Surface Pros provides improved capacity and access to utility data and programs for staff as they traverse the county.
This transfer does not change the total dollar amount of the Utilities FY 25 budget.
RECOMMENDATION
Request the Board to approve three vehicles for the utilities operations group, Microsoft surface pros, accessories, truck mounts and a budget amendment to move operating funds to capital funds.
FISCAL IMPACT
Funds will be available in the Utilities Operating Fund upon approval of this budget amendment.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Charles Richards
Customer Service and Finance Manager
298-4135
charlesrichards@polk-county.net