Board of Supervisors Meeting

Agenda

Of note:

14. 130713 [Agreement – New Flyer of America Inc. – Purchase of Trolley Buses – Not to Exceed $94,950,444] 

Sponsor: Wiener

Resolution approving a contract with New Flyer of America Inc., for the purchase of 60 articulated trolley buses, associated equipment and spare parts, for an amount not to exceed $94,950,444.

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