HomeMy WebLinkAbout2011 08 08 Consent 205 Hustler Reel MowerCOMMISSION AGENDA
ITEM 205
August 8, 2011
Regular Meeting
Consent X
Informational
Public Hearing
Regular
Mgr. /
Authorization
Dept.
REQUEST: The Parks and Recreation Department requests City Commission approval for the
purchase of a Hustler 7700 Reel Mower as a replacement for equipment that is no
longer operational.
SYNOPSIS: The Parks and Recreation Department requests approval for purchase of a "used"
model Hustler 7700 Reel Mower.
CONSIDERATIONS:
• Staff researched new and used (demo) models from the top 3 vendors in the turf industry.
• John Deere, Toro and Hustler are the top three turf equipment providers in Florida.
• This mower will replace current City equipment, 2003 John Deere Reel Mower, which is
non- operational and scheduled to take to auction this year.
• Staff followed City purchasing procedures by obtaining three bids on new equipment.
Staff discovered the new equipment is priced at $35,000440,000. (See Chart)
VENDOR
DESCRIPTION
NEW
USED DEMO
JOHN DEERE
John Deere 7500
$39,426
$31,400
1 year Warranty
TORO
Toro Reel Master 5210
$38,037
$19,650
No Warranty
$34,995
$29,000
HUSTLER
Hustler 7700
3 year Warranty
3 year Warranty
• Staff did a thorough evaluation of equipment to determine best options for used
equipment.
• Mower will increase efficiency in maintenance operations, saving approx 7.5 hrs per week,
which is a savings of $5,850 annually.
• Hustler offered the best warranty. A 3 year warranty to include parts and labor on
equipment.
• Available hinds for this purchase are in the FY 10 /11 budget.
City Commission Regular Meeting
August 8, 2011
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FISCAL IMPACT:
• Funds are budgeted in the FY 10 /11 budget and available in P &R line code
7230 -64000 (Cap Ex- Equipment) for this expenditure.
• Mower will increase efficiency in maintenance operations, saving approx 7.5 hrs per week,
which is a savings of $5,850 annually.
COMMUNICATION EFFORTS:
This Agenda Item Has Been Electronically Forwarded to the Mayor and City Commission, City
Manager, City Attorney /Staff, And All eAlert /eCitizen Recipients; And Is Available on the City's
Website, LaserFiche, And The City's Server. Additionally, Portions Of This Agenda Item Are
Typed Verbatim On The Respective Meeting Agenda Which Has Also Been Electronically
Forwarded To The Individuals Noted Above; And Which Is Also Available On The City's
Website, LaserFiche, And The City's Server; Has Been Sent To City Staff, Media/Press
Representatives Who Have Requested Agendas /Agenda Item Information, Homeowner's
Associations/Representatives On File With The City, And All Individuals Who Have Requested
Such Information; And Has Been Posted Outside City Hall; Posted Inside City Hall With
Additional Copies Available For The General Public; And Posted At Five (5) Different Locations
Around The City. This Agenda Item Is Also Available To Any New Individual Requestors. City
Staff Is Always Willing To Discuss This Or Any Agenda Item With Any Interested Individuals.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
The Parks and Recreation Department requests that the City Commission approve the purchase of
a used Hustler 7700 Reel Mower, in the amount of $29,000.
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment #1 Picture of Hustler 7700 Reel Mower
Hustler 7700 Reel Mower
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Attachment #1