The county will spend nearly $50,000 in taxpayer funds on new mowing equipment after a divided vote by the Board of Commissioners.
The story
A quote from Bennett Equipment for mowers, totaling $49,300.00, went before the Stephens County Board of Commissioners on May 12, 2026.
Commissioner Wright moved to postpone the purchase, but the motion failed for lack of a second. Commissioner Whitlock then moved to approve the quote, seconded by Vice-Chairman Oglesby, and the board approved the $49,300.00 purchase 4 to 1, with Commissioner Wright opposed.
What happened
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Bennett Equipment $49,300.00 (quote) Motion to postpone: Commissioner Wright (failed for lack of a second) Motion to approve: Commissioner Whitlock Second: Vice-Chairman Oglesby
Bennett Equipment $49,300.00 (quote)
Bennett Equipment $49,300.00 (quote)
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