St. James Township approves $60,000 repair for transfer-station tub grinder after operator report

During the financial section, transfer-station Heavy Equipment Operator Darryl Butler presented the board with information about persistent problems affecting the Morbark tub grinder. After the presentation the Board approved $60,000 in funding for repairs to the tub grinder. Cole moved the funding motion, Peirano seconded, and the roll call vote was unanimous.

Board members recorded that the Transfer Station fund balance will cover the repair costs. The minutes do not include detailed technical specifications or an estimated repair timeline; staff follow-up and vendor engagement were implied by the funding motion.

The board proceeded to additional personnel and marina items after approving the repair funding.