Summary
The Highway Department is about $70,000 short on its salt budget with winter approaching, and diesel is running around $5.60 a gallon. A harsh winter could force a dip into the contingent fund, as happened with fuel earlier this year.
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 17, 2026.
Impact analysis
A roughly $70,000 salt shortfall now, with potentially larger contingency draws if the winter is severe.
Well-funded snow and ice operations keep roads safe for all winter travelers.
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