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Committee approves reserving build slots for Department of Public Works vehicles amid long lead times
Summary
The Finance Committee authorized the Department of Public Works to secure build slots for equipment that will be produced in 2026, reflecting nationwide supply-chain constraints and a rising cost of replacing aging fleet vehicles.
The Green Bay Finance Committee on Jan. 14 approved a request to reserve future build slots for Department of Public Works vehicles to secure production capacity for 2026 and beyond, a practice committee members have already used for fire and police vehicles.
Staff explained that lead times for trucks and specialized equipment are driven by engine and transmission manufacturer allocations; those allocations are being committed now for 2026 production, and departments that do not secure build slots now risk delivery delays…
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