How Much Should a Zamboni Cost, Anyway?
The Birmingham City Commission delayed purchasing a $94,000 Zamboni for the ice arena pending a more-detailed cost analysis.
So it's not something the average Birmingham resident would think of purchasing, but the Birmingham City Commission wants to know: how much should a Zamboni cost? City commissioners postponed the purchase of a $94,343.33 Zamboni during their meeting last week, urging Department of Public Services (DPS) director Lauren Wood to look closely at the price tag. "I want to see an analysis," said Commissioner Gordon Rinschler. "There's no consequences to public health and safety (by delaying this)." The Zamboni purchase was brought before the city commission under its Consent Agenda along with five other major purchases from various city departments, including: a $28,000 Ford police interceptor, a $8,000 lawn mower and a $25,000 pick-up truck for…
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