Nuckolls County orders new grader

County board

The Nuckolls County Board of Commissioners met at the county courthouse in Nelson Monday. All three commissioners were present.

After attending to routine business, the board approved the purchase of a John Deere 772G, six-wheel drive, road grader for $279,650. The grader was purchased under a state contract. The order was placed now to ensure timely delivery. A strike by John Deere workers and supply chain issues have delayed the completion of John Deere products. The grader carries a seven year comprehensive warranty. The road department will trade in a 10-year old grader.

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