The Township of Drummond/North Elmsley will soon have a second brand-new plow truck clearing the roads. The Township is thrilled to announce the addition of 2 new plow trucks to its fleet, bringing the total to six. The new trucks will replace a contracted plow route as well as an older unit, enhancing our winter maintenance capabilities.

This new chassis is a 2025 International truck, plow and harness built by Tenco and outfitted and supplied by Oakes Truck Sales right here in Drummond North Elmsley Township. It is currently being equipped with GPS, and the sander/salter is being calibrated to our specific needs. The trucks will be operational this month.

These new additions to our convoy will enhance efficiency during critical storm events, ensuring the safety of our residents and drivers when it matters most. By improving our winter maintenance capabilities, we are committed to providing better service and fostering a safer community for everyone, says Reeve Fournier.

The trucks are used extensively in the summer to apply water and gravel to the road network to support our grading operations.

Tom Oakes presented Reeve Steve Fournier with the keys to the newest addition to the Township’s fleet. And yes, it is red! The Public Works Manager subsequently removed the keys from Fournier’s hand in case he had any ideas of test driving the truck.