For the full wording of the Article, see this link: Link to the Warrant as Amended following Deliberative Session
What it means: Our existing fleet of trash/recycling collection vehicles consists of 6 vehicles – all which are needed to provide collection service. Unit 96 (to be replaced) is a 2007 International Packer with +/-116,600 miles with severe rust and engine issues. Our existing fleet of 7 hauling trailers are all needed to store and haul the collected trash and recycling. Six of these trailers including T-6 (to be replaced) are 2012 Steco Ejector models that are reaching the end of their life span. Not replacing these units now only prolongs and potentially increases the cost to replace vehicles that are needed to provide reliable service to Hampton property owners.
Those in favor say: It takes about a year to receive a truck once ordered, and the Town cannot afford to be without it. The Trailer would likely come in sooner, but they both have age and condition issues, and it would be better if we could replace them before they are completely out of commission.
Fiscal impact: Cost per thousand dollars of valuation is $ 0.09. A household valued at $650,000 will see a tax cost of $58.50 in 2025.
Note: We use the average cost per property for Hampton. There is “Cost per Warrant Article Calculator” on the Town’s website that allows you to enter your specific property value, and the see the cost for all Warrant Articles. You can access the Calculator here.