Resolution authorizing the use of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds for the purchase of a Chevrolet Traverse vehicle for use by the Mayor.

Public Works, for the benefit of the Mayor’s office, is requesting your concurrence for the negotiated purchase of a 2024 Chevrolet Traverse.  This unit will replace the current vehicle driven by the Mayor. 

In an effort to keep the current Pool Car Program up to date, the Chevrolet Tahoe that is currently being driven by the Mayor will be put into service as a Pool Vehicle.  When the Traverse arrives, the Tahoe will be used to support the travel needs of other City departments.

The State of Iowa issues bids for their equipment needs to multiple vendors based on discounts that are available for all Subsidies of the State of Iowa.  Karl Chevrolet was awarded the 2024 contract for mid-size SUVs.  They have provided a negotiated purchase price of $38,253.000 based on an available vehicle.  The SUV will be delivered and warranted by Karl Chevrolet.

The vehicle purchase is an approved expense for ARPA Revenue Loss funds.

Approval of this resolution authorizing the use of ARPA Revenue Loss funds for the purchase of a replacement vehicle to be used by the Mayor.