Algood City Council approved a purchase for a $130,952 backhoe, some $20,000 under budget. City Administrator Keith Morrison said the new Thompson Cat backhoe would replace the 20-year-old John Deere Model. “Instead of going with John Deere this time, Mr. Bradshaw and I talked about going with Thompson Cat just because they’re a local dealer, service and maintenance can be ... Read More »
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Cookeville Gas Department Seeking To Replace Backhoe
Cookeville Gas Department seeking another backhoe to replace its failing one. Director Amber Greenwood said without purchase approval on Thursday, the department expects a five percent cost increase in June. “This backhoe would replace a 2005 John Deer backhoe that has had a host of mechanical issues the past few months,” Greenwood said. “This is not a budgeted item and ... Read More »