Selectboard narrows Davis‑Bacon applicability in updated Purchasing Policy
September 02, 2026 | Whitingham, Windham County, Vermont
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The Whitingham Selectboard adopted an updated Purchasing Policy on Sept. 2 that clarifies federal prevailing wage (Davis‑Bacon Act) obligations. The policy change specifies that "only construction projects over $2,000 using federal funding are required to comply with the Davis Bacon Act," a clarification the board said will lower costs on the highway garage project.
Craig Hammer moved to approve, adopt and sign the updated Purchasing Policy dated Sept. 2, 2026; Dennis Pike seconded the motion and the board voted unanimously to adopt the policy. Board members said the clarification will save a significant amount of money on the highway garage project.
Craig Hammer moved to approve, adopt and sign the updated Purchasing Policy dated Sept. 2, 2026; Dennis Pike seconded the motion and the board voted unanimously to adopt the policy. Board members said the clarification will save a significant amount of money on the highway garage project.
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