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Committee votes to treat critical bus and fleet replacements as a priority in 2026 capital scoring
Summary
The Capital Improvements Committee voted 7–0 to adopt a dedicated carve‑out so critical bus and fleet replacements are prioritized in the initial capital scoring and treated like mandated or continuing projects.
The Milwaukee County Capital Improvements Committee voted Aug. 19, 2024, to establish a dedicated carve‑out in its 2026 capital scoring report so that critical bus and fleet vehicle replacements are prioritized before the remainder of the project pool.
On a motion by Committee member Rolland, seconded by Mayor McBride, the committee approved Option 1, which would treat only "critical replacements" (vehicles and buses essential to maintaining existing service levels) similarly to mandated or continuing projects. The motion carried 7 ayes, 0 noes.
Supporters said the change would reduce repeated annual…
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