Staff told the Dunn County Transit Commission that Phoenix EV’s company-wide furlough and leadership changes left the county without a production timeline for electric buses; commissioners were told staff has requested a refund of the roughly $93,000 down payment and may use capital funds to buy a conventional bus if needed.

Committee members were told vendor pricing for Buy America–qualified electric buses may rise sharply above 2021 quotes; staff recommended tabling procurement until updated costs and a gas/diesel comparison can be provided. A $104,000 down payment is expected to be recoverable, and local share is 15%.

Dunn County transit staff presented updated quotes and lifecycle calculations for two Phoenix Zeus 400 electric buses; the committee voted to approve the purchase while deferring a separate solar-field grant decision until staff can refine charging and storage plans. Key questions raised: reimbursement timing, battery warranty and winter operations

City relocates bus shelter west of Stout Library to enhance safety for student drop-offs.

Transit team revises bus routes for better access to UW library and surrounding areas.

Council approves doorstop fair radius and transit route changes following community discussion.

Menomonee proposes a 10-mile radius for daily out-of-town rides to accommodate rural residents.