Franklin County public works reviews no‑cost lease for on‑site hydraulic hose‑repair equipment

Franklin County public works staff presented the commission on Feb. 11 with a no‑charge lease option from MSC to supply on‑site hydraulic hose and fittings equipment, saying the arrangement would lower outside repair costs and has no long‑term commitment.

The presenter told commissioners the vendor would provide the machine and replace it if it fails; the county’s only upfront obligation would be initial hoses and fittings. “It’s a lease, but it is a no charge lease,” the presenter said. Staff cited prior costs — roughly $28,000 was mentioned as a prior point of comparison for hose replacement work — and said the vendor’s cost analysis projects the county would recoup the initial investment in about 11.9 months.

Staff said the arrangement is flexible: the vendor evaluates the county’s current inventory and recommends parts to stock; future adjustments to stocked fittings could be made if needed. The manufacturer name referenced in the presentation was Parker Hanavan. Commissioners were invited to ask questions and staff indicated similar programs have satisfied other jurisdictions.

The transcript excerpt does not record a final motion or vote to approve the lease; the discussion proceeded as part of the consent and staff‑report portion of the agenda.