Bangor Finance Committee approves IT, traffic, and vehicle purchases

The Bangor Finance Committee reviewed and approved several procurement items, including a new citywide storage array, traffic signal cameras, and various fleet vehicles. Councilors discussed the rationale for purchasing used vehicles over new ones and reviewed a tax workout agreement for a long-term delinquent property owner.

Key points

• Committee approved a $230,940 SanDisk storage array replacement, noting the current system is six years old and nearing end of support.
• Councilors approved a sole source contract for Myovision Technologies to install 16 traffic signal cameras, clarifying these devices do not record video or perform facial recognition.
• Wayne Mallar raised concerns about purchasing used detective vehicles, arguing that new cars offer better warranty coverage and long-term value, while staff cited cost efficiency and immediate availability.
• The committee approved a $370,000 contract for Sergeant Corp to perform earthwork and directional drilling support for the I-95 sewer crossing, citing schedule deadlines and cost savings from combined mobilization.
• Councilors approved a tax workout agreement for a property owner with 11 years of delinquent taxes, with Daniel Carson calling for a broader review of the city's tax delinquency policies.

Next steps

• Staff will provide Wayne Mallar with documentation confirming no document fees were charged on the new Ford F-150 ranger vehicle purchase.
• The City Solicitor's office is drafting revisions to the workout agreement policy for council review.
• The committee will revisit the procurement policy regarding vehicle purchases to address concerns about used versus new fleet acquisitions.

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