City plans major shift to hybrid and electric fleet

During a recent government meeting, officials discussed plans for enhancing the city’s fleet services, particularly focusing on the transition to hybrid and electric vehicles (EVs). The conversation highlighted the potential for significant fuel savings through the acquisition of more fuel-efficient vehicles, which have been integrated into the fleet management program over the past two years.

The city is prioritizing the replacement of administrative vehicles with EV models, which are expected to be more cost-effective and environmentally friendly. Officials indicated that they are collaborating with Enterprise to source these vehicles and are exploring options for strategically placed charging stations to support the transition to electric vehicles. The timeline for this initiative is tentatively set for Fiscal Year 2025, although supply chain challenges stemming from the pandemic may affect the availability of vehicles.

In addition to the fleet discussion, the meeting briefly touched on the city’s legal fund, which has consistently reached around $640,000 in expenses over recent years. This figure was noted as a significant budget consideration moving forward.

Overall, the meeting underscored the city’s commitment to modernizing its fleet while addressing budgetary concerns related to legal expenditures. Further updates on the fleet transition and legal fund will be provided as developments occur.