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Shortages cause some fleet managers to rethink purchasing policies

The Municipal Posted on March 5, 2022 by Denise FedorowMarch 4, 2022
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The seemingly never-ending COVID-19 pandemic has wreaked havoc in all areas — including fleet management — as shortages have made procuring new vehicles a longer and more challenging process. One of the biggest reasons for the vehicle shortage is due … Continue reading →

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Time is running out to cut carbon: Achieve net-zero with biodiesel today

The Municipal Posted on March 3, 2022 by Harper YorkMarch 3, 2022
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Mahanth Joishy, superintendent of fleet services for Madison, Wis., knows that the clock is ticking. The time to cut carbon from his fleet is now. In April 2021, Mayor Satya Rhodes-Conway unveiled the Climate Forward agenda to guide all municipal … Continue reading →

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Waco park rangers welcome their first electric car

The Municipal Posted on November 17, 2021 by Beth Anne Brink-CoxNovember 17, 2021
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In April 1970, millions of people across the United States took part in more than 12,000 events to mark the first Earth Day. This followed the call of a Wisconsin senator who felt pollution and development were out of control … Continue reading →

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From the highest levels, Anacortes prioritizes alternative energy

The Municipal Posted on May 29, 2021 by Sarah WrightMay 27, 2021
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From Mayor Laurie Gere and the city council to individual city departments, an emphasis on reducing Anacortes, Wash.’s, carbon footprint has been championed by all. Anacortes Public Works has strived to do its part by pursuing alternative fuel sources and … Continue reading →

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Rock Creek Fire District receives ladder truck through DOD firefighter program

The Municipal Posted on April 28, 2021 by Maggie KenworthyApril 28, 2021
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In January, the Rock Creek Fire Protection District in Kimberly, Idaho, received a 2003 Pierce Ladder Truck through the Department of Defense Firefighter Property Program, free of cost. This apparatus would typically cost around $1.3 million new or around $500,000 … Continue reading →

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Ames, Iowa, makes green fleet moves

The Municipal Posted on March 28, 2021 by Andrew MentockMarch 26, 2021
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A growing trend amongst municipal fleets is a pivot to greener, more sustainable practices. Ames, Iowa, and its fleet services Director Corey Mellies are starting on top of the curve with moves to hybrid vehicles and 100% biodiesel fuel when … Continue reading →

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Keeping your fleet safe during COVID-19

The Municipal Posted on March 23, 2021 by Denise FedorowMarch 31, 2021
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We’ve been living with COVID-19 for a year now, and it has impacted nearly every aspect of our lives and every municipal operation — including fleets. Some communities had a head start on getting ready while others learned of some … Continue reading →

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Fleet cards simplify operations

The Municipal Posted on March 17, 2021 by Amanda DemsterMarch 17, 2021
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As many municipal fleet managers have learned, fueling city vehicles can be easier said than done. There are contracts to write and sign, receipts to keep track of and budgets to maintain.           While using gas cards for fleet vehicles … Continue reading →

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Refurbishments add new life to vehicles, ease municipal budgets

The Municipal Posted on March 13, 2021 by Janet PattersonMarch 12, 2021
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When the newly hired California City police chief arrived in town, he realized he had three goals to achieve.           The goals were aimed at “making this a good place to work,” Jon Walker, a retired Los Angeles police officer, … Continue reading →

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Carmel, Indiana, fleet embraces H.O.T. technology

The Municipal Posted on March 6, 2021 by Julie YoungMarch 5, 2021
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Carmel, Ind., is a city of 92,000 that has been committed to environmental sustainability and encourages ecological responsibility throughout its community and across all of its municipal departments.           In the past few years, Carmel has become the first in … Continue reading →

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Fleeting experience: Madison’s high school apprentice program is a hit

The Municipal Posted on October 31, 2020 by Julie YoungOctober 30, 2020
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It’s not a typical job for a high school student, but Madison, Wis.’s, fleet service apprentice program is not a typical entry-level job opportunity. It is a chance for students to broaden their skill set while deepening and diversifying the … Continue reading →

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