October 13, 2026
Mercer approves tractor purchase, revises 2027 city budget
The Mercer City Council approved the purchase of a used John Deere tractor and revised its 2027 budget during a special meeting Sept. 24, following discussions on both issues earlier in the month.
According to meeting minutes, the council approved purchasing a used 2023 John Deere 5090E tractor with 390 hours and a new John Deere 520M loader for $69,800. The council discussed using $20,000 from the general fund and $10,000 from the street fund for a $30,000 down payment.