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John Deere 6125R Tractor Council Report Page 2 of 2 April 22, 2014 Several years ago we modified our existing front -end loader and created a route to plow out some of the more difficult north end cul -de -sacs. The front -end loader plows cul -de -sacs more efficiently that the large trucks; however, we only have one front -end loader with 26 cul -de -sacs on its route. For the 2012 -2013 snow season, we rented a John Deere tractor to plow out the majority of the south side New Brighton cul -de -sacs. The tractor had a specialized plow mounted to the front and it was able to plow out nearly 40 cul -de -sacs. The tractor was very efficient and we ended up purchasing a similar style tractor in 2013 for the 2013 -2014 snow season. The tractor purchased in 2013 got the job done; however, there were a few safety concerns that were expressed by the driver that would be addressed by this proposed upgrade. The tractor, because of the manual type of transmission, required a lot of skill and training to operate. When operating this type of equipment, it is imperative the snow plow operator has his /her full attention to the outside environs, and not be thinking about shifting gears or killing the engine when pushing a heavy snow bank back. The new tractor will have an automatic style transmission. Last, the machine tended to slip /slide when pushing snow heavier snow events. The new tractor will have better road tires which will allow better plowing, steering and ride down the road. This John Deere tractor will also be able to operate a mowing flail for use during the summer months. This vehicle will be used for both plowing cul -de -sacs and mowing boulevards. This vehicle will be scheduled for replacement on a 12 -year cycle. 7d- 4t - Grant M. Wyffels, P.E. Director of Public Works Attachments Photo 6125R John Deere Tractor Quote