The Environment & Sustainability Department, together with the Fleet Department, conducted a fleet assessment with the goal of improving the efficiency of the city’s fleet and reducing greenhouse gas emissions. This effort is part of a larger initiative by the city to combat climate change and its negative effects on our environment. Click here for more information about the fleet assessment.
In addition, the City contracted Matrix Consulting Group to conduct a comprehensive vehicle utilization and right-sizing study. The study identified 18 vehicles that could be eliminate, presenting savings in avoided replacement costs and annual maintenance and repairs without undue negative impacts to City operations. Click here for more information about the study.
Moving forward, hybrids will be considered when replacing gasoline vehicles. Transitioning gasoline vehicles to hybrids, when feasible, could reduce the City's total gasoline consumption by up to 18% annually. Click here to learn more about the City's vehicle replacement policy, see below.
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