June 2009, Government Fleet - 100 Best Fleets
By Editor
TORRANCE, CA – The award ceremony took place at the 2009 Government Fleet Expo & Conference, held June 8-10 in Denver, Colo., with Hillsborough County earning the No. 1 spot.
May 2009, Government Fleet - Feature
Are you paid enough? In 2008, public sector fleet manager salaries increased more than $4,200 over 2007 figures. By region, fleet managers in the West continue to pull in the highest salaries.
By Lauren Fletcher
Are you paid enough? In 2008, public sector fleet manager salaries increased more than $4,200 over 2007 figures. By region, fleet managers in the West continue to pull in the highest salaries.
Tags: fleet manager salary, salary, Survey
May 2009, Government Fleet - Feature
When Dave Cole at the City of Glendale, Calif. could not find qualified technicians for his shop, he partnered with a local college to set up an internship program.
By Paul Dexler
When Dave Cole at the City of Glendale, Calif. could not find qualified technicians for his shop, he partnered with a local college to set up an internship program.
Tags: City of Glendale, Intern, Technicians
May 2009, Government Fleet - Feature
Operating a 90-percent alternative-fuel fleet brings the City of Las Vegas to the forefront of the “going green” movement. The City utilizes its green fleet to prove alt-fuel viability.
By Lauren Fletcher
Operating a 90-percent alternative-fuel fleet brings the City of Las Vegas to the forefront of the “going green” movement. The City utilizes its green fleet to prove alt-fuel viability.
Tags: alternative fuel, biodiesel, Las Vegas
May 2009, Government Fleet - Cover Story
The winner of the 2009 Public Sector Fleet Manager of the Year Award, Doug Weichman of Palm Beach County, Fla., has saved millions by expanding fuel contracts and right-sizing the County’s fleet.
By Cheryl Knight
The winner of the 2009 Public Sector Fleet Manager of the Year Award, Doug Weichman of Palm Beach County, Fla., has saved millions by expanding fuel contracts and right-sizing the County’s fleet.
Tags: Award, fleet management, Fleet Manager of the Year, fuel management
May 2009, Government Fleet - Feature
The District of Columbia reduced its fleet size without sacrificing needed vehicles. Determining a reduction target was the first step.
By Stephen Bennet
The District of Columbia reduced its fleet size without sacrificing needed vehicles. Determining a reduction target was the first step.
Tags: Alternative Transportation, DCFleetShare, Vehicle Sharing, Zipcar
May 2009, Government Fleet - Feature
Fleet professional Frank Morgan invited friends and neighbors to celebrate his MBA achievement. The party sparked a grassroots project to support U.S. military veterans and their families.
By Staff
Fleet professional Frank Morgan invited friends and neighbors to celebrate his MBA achievement. The party sparked a grassroots project to support U.S. military veterans and their families.
Tags: Community Outreach, Fundraising, Veterans
May 2009, Government Fleet - Feature
Caterpillar uses telematics to put fleet managers on the jobsite without ever leaving
their workstations.
By Shelley Mika
Caterpillar uses telematics to put fleet managers on the jobsite without ever leaving
their workstations.
Tags: Caterpillar, Cellular Networks, Off-Road Equipment , telematics
April 2009, Government Fleet - WebXclusive
The batteries in hybrid vehicles today are based on nickel-metal hydride technology. They last a long time, but not forever. Here is what to do when the battery in a hybrid dies.
By Paul Dexler
The batteries in hybrid vehicles today are based on nickel-metal hydride technology. They last a long time, but not forever. Here is what to do when the battery in a hybrid dies.
Tags: Batteries, NiMH, Recycling
March 2009, Government Fleet - Feature
Scheduled June 8-10 in Denver, the GFX agenda includes keynote addresses on fuel pricing and customer service, subject-matter expert presentations, roundtable discussions, certification testing, and networking opportunities.
By Staff
Scheduled June 8-10 in Denver, the GFX agenda includes keynote addresses on fuel pricing and customer service, subject-matter expert presentations, roundtable discussions, certification testing, and networking opportunities.
Tags: 2009 Conference, Conference Keynoters, Denver City and County Fleet, Events, Facility Tour, GFX, Government Fleet Expo & Conference
March 2009, Government Fleet - Feature
Capital Area Rural Transportation and the City of Port Arthur, Texas, have benefited from using propane in their fleets.
By Wayne Moore
Capital Area Rural Transportation and the City of Port Arthur, Texas, have benefited from using propane in their fleets.
Tags: Capital Area Rural Transportation, CARTS, CleanFUEL, LPG, Port Arthur, Propane
March 2009, Government Fleet - Feature
The City of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., achieved Fleet Sentinel World-Class certification after 18 months of preparation. Its monthly PM completion rate now averages more than 99 percent, allowing the fleet to double its lifecycle.
By Cheryl Knight
The City of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., achieved Fleet Sentinel World-Class certification after 18 months of preparation. Its monthly PM completion rate now averages more than 99 percent, allowing the fleet to double its lifecycle.
Tags: Certification, Fleet Sentinel, Fleet Sentinel World-Class Certification, Fort Lauderdale, Ft. Lauderdale, privatized fleet, World-Class Certification
March 2009, Government Fleet - Feature
Writing specifications for a new fire apparatus can be daunting. Determining the
intended purpose is the first step, but there are many paths to take from there.
By Lauren Fletcher
Writing specifications for a new fire apparatus can be daunting. Determining the
intended purpose is the first step, but there are many paths to take from there.
Tags: CALFIRE, Fire Apparatus, Los Angeles Fire Department, Napa County, Palm Beach County Fire Rescue, San Diego County, spec, Spokane Valley Fire Department
March 2009, Government Fleet - Feature
An early adopter of responsible green initiatives, the City of Long Beach, Calif., earned the top spot among environmentally friendly government fleets: the 2008 “No. 1 Government Green Fleet.”
By Shelley Mika
An early adopter of responsible green initiatives, the City of Long Beach, Calif., earned the top spot among environmentally friendly government fleets: the 2008 “No. 1 Government Green Fleet.”
Tags: Award, green fleet, Long Beach, No. 1 Government Green Fleet
March 2009, Government Fleet - Feature
A record field of 31 nominees are competing for the 2009 Public Sector Fleet Manager of the Year award. The award, in its 5th year, is sponsored by ARI and Fleet Counselor
Services. The winner will be announced April 26 at the NAFA Institute & Expo in New Orleans.
By Lauren Fletcher
A record field of 31 nominees are competing for the 2009 Public Sector Fleet Manager of the Year award. The award, in its 5th year, is sponsored by ARI and Fleet Counselor
Services. The winner will be announced April 26 at the NAFA Institute & Expo in New Orleans.
Tags: 2009 Award, Government Fleet award, nominee, public sector
February 2009, Government Fleet - WebXclusive
Lessons learned from the past helped fleet managers in southern Texas cope with the devastating Hurricane Ike, which made landfall at Galveston. Three Texas fleets that felt the hurricane’s impact share best practices.
By Stephen Bennett
Lessons learned from the past helped fleet managers in southern Texas cope with the devastating Hurricane Ike, which made landfall at Galveston. Three Texas fleets that felt the hurricane’s impact share best practices.
Tags: City of Webster, Harris County, Hurricane Ike, League City, Texas
January 2009, Government Fleet - Cover Story
With a new hybrid-hydraulic trash truck, the City of Denver fleet achieves 25-percent better fuel economy and anticipates an annual reduction of 1,600 gallons of fuel.
By Grace Lauron
With a new hybrid-hydraulic trash truck, the City of Denver fleet achieves 25-percent better fuel economy and anticipates an annual reduction of 1,600 gallons of fuel.
Tags: City of Denver , hybrid-hydraulic trash truck, trash truck
January 2009, Government Fleet - Feature
The tractor and utility vehicle manufacturer’s two new product series — the 5 Series and
6D Series — offer work tools to fit government maintenance fleet needs.
By Cindy Brauer
The tractor and utility vehicle manufacturer’s two new product series — the 5 Series and
6D Series — offer work tools to fit government maintenance fleet needs.
Tags: 5 Series, 6 series, John Deere, tractors
January 2009, Government Fleet - Feature
The City of Columbus, Ohio, demonstrates how updating facilities results in more than a new appearance.
By Shelley Mika
The City of Columbus, Ohio, demonstrates how updating facilities results in more than a new appearance.
Tags: City of Columbus, fleet maintenance services, new facility
January 2009, Government Fleet - Feature
As the 2008 holiday season began last November, Government Fleet contacted public sector fleet managers to explore the impact of plummeting economic conditions on their professional responsibilities.
By Cindy Brauer
As the 2008 holiday season began last November, Government Fleet contacted public sector fleet managers to explore the impact of plummeting economic conditions on their professional responsibilities.
Tags: deficit, fleet budgets, fleet costs, tax revenue decrease, tax revenues
January 2009, Government Fleet - Feature
The City of Columbus, Ohio, demonstrates how updating facilities results in more than a new appearance.
By Shelley Mika
The City of Columbus, Ohio, demonstrates how updating facilities results in more than a new appearance.
Tags: city departments, City of Columbus, cost efficiency, facilities, fleet operations , ohio
January 2009, Government Fleet - Feature
Polk County, Fla. is implementing a broad strategy to ensure employees who adhere to fuel-efficient guidelines share in the rewards.
By Mike Scott
Polk County, Fla. is implementing a broad strategy to ensure employees who adhere to fuel-efficient guidelines share in the rewards.
Tags: cost reduction, fuel costs, fuel efficiency, Incentives, Polk County , strategy
January 2009, Government Fleet - Feature
A consortium of 14 local and state government agencies uses its combined purchasing power to negotiate favorable pricing for medium-duty hybrid trucks. The group also aims to promote the availability of the new technology.
By Joe Bohn
A consortium of 14 local and state government agencies uses its combined purchasing power to negotiate favorable pricing for medium-duty hybrid trucks. The group also aims to promote the availability of the new technology.
Tags: Consortium, government agencies, hybrids, KCDOT, King County Department of Transportation, Medium-duty hybrid trucks, Medium-Duty trucks
January 2009, Government Fleet - Feature
In its 5th year, GF’s Public Sector Fleet Manager of the Year award, sponsored
by ARI, recognizes outstanding achievements by government fleet professionals.
By Lauren Fletcher
In its 5th year, GF’s Public Sector Fleet Manager of the Year award, sponsored
by ARI, recognizes outstanding achievements by government fleet professionals.
Tags: Public Sector Fleet Manager of the Year
January 2009, Government Fleet - Feature
With on-the-street inspectors and a wireless reporting system, New York City is making a big dent in street maintenance.
By Shelley Mika
With on-the-street inspectors and a wireless reporting system, New York City is making a big dent in street maintenance.
Tags: New York City, NYC, on-the-street inspectors, street cleaning, wireless reporting
January 2009, Government Fleet - Feature
The Clark County Constable owns its fleet of 21 hybrids and plans to invest in other alternative-fuel options. The unit’s success can be duplicated by other public fleets.
By Mike Scott
The Clark County Constable owns its fleet of 21 hybrids and plans to invest in other alternative-fuel options. The unit’s success can be duplicated by other public fleets.
Tags: alternative fuel, Clark County, hybrids, Las Vegas, public fleets
January 2009, Government Fleet - Feature
Despite losing 91 units, four out of five garages, all but one fuel island, and an entire data network, the City of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, fleet staff came together to overcome these challenges and forge a “new normal.”
By Chad Simon
Despite losing 91 units, four out of five garages, all but one fuel island, and an entire data network, the City of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, fleet staff came together to overcome these challenges and forge a “new normal.”
Tags: Cedar Rapids, Cedar River, disaster, emergency response, floods, operations, solution, teamwork
November 2008, Government Fleet - Feature
By Shelley Mika
New 2010 diesel emission standards will require a 90-percent cut in NOx emissions.
Elgin Sweeper discusses how it is meeting and overcoming this challenge.
Tags: 2010 Diesel Standards, Elgin Sweepers, EPA, street sweepers
November 2008, Government Fleet - Feature
By Brendan Prebo
Biodiesel use has dramatically increased the last few years, with production at a high
of 450 million gallons in 2007. A number of private and public sector fleets have already
discovered its benefits.
Tags: B-20, biodiesel, The City of Denver’s Department of Public Works
November 2008, Government Fleet - Feature
By Maggie Laird
A business plan is a written description of your organization’s future. It should document vision and strategies.
Tags: Maggie Laird, plan, strategic business plan
November 2008, Government Fleet - Feature
By Paul Dexler
“Hire the handicapped” is not just a slogan. A huge pool of qualified workers is ready to assist fleets through a federal program, AbilityOne. Employing them can make an important contribution to the community.
Tags: AbilityOne, employement, handicapped workers
November 2008, Government Fleet - Feature
By Mike Scott
San Diego County, City of Portland, Ore., and Lee County, Fla., promote and share best practices in eliminating toxic and unsafe waste.
Tags: hazardous waste, San Diego County
November 2008, Government Fleet - Feature
By Steve Bennett
A survey of various-sized municipal fleets across the country reveals a range of tool allowance figures and methods from flat per month or annual stipends to a per-
hour allotment. Some cities furnish the tools directly.
Tags: budget, tool allowance
November 2008, Government Fleet - Feature
By Steve Bennett
In the cities of South Bend, Ind.; Orlando, Fla., and Littleton, Colo., markups range from 15 to 25 percent. Most want to help cover costs with markups, but one fleet manager is investigating building a revenue-generation operation.
Tags: maintenance, parts markups
November 2008, Government Fleet - Feature
By Mike Scott
Keeping public sector fleet vehicles clean can be costly. However, strategies are available to help reduce costs and promote individual responsibility.
Tags: cleaning vehicles, maintenance
November 2008, Government Fleet - Feature
By Staff
Improved operational efficiency, significant savings, and increased fleet availability are just a few reasons these fleets are considered among the best in the country.
Tags: 100 Best Fleets , best practices
November 2008, Government Fleet - WebXclusive
By Chad Simon
Despite losing 91 units, four out of five garages, all but one fuel island, and an entire data network, the City of Cedar Rapids fleet staff came together to overcome these challenges and forge a “new normal.”
Tags: Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Dennis Hogan, Disaster Preparation, Flood
November 2008, Government Fleet - 100 Best Fleets
By Cheryl Knight
The 100 Best Fleets Program voted Hillsborough County, Fla., the best public fleet in North America. For the past two fiscal years, the fleet department has attained an overall customer satisfaction rating of 97 percent.
Tags: 100 Best Fleets , Hillsborough County
September 2008, Government Fleet - Cover Story
By Lauren Fletcher
The City of Las Vegas fleet encourages employees to think innovatively. Winning three 2007 World Leadership awards indicates the City’s on the right track.
September 2008, Government Fleet - Feature
By Mike Scott
In 1993, the City of Santa Monica was one of the first agencies to set a vehicle reduction policy. Today, 84 percent of the 450 unit fleet represent a diverse mix of fuels and technologies.
Tags: alternative fuel, City of Santa Monica, green fleets
September 2008, Government Fleet - Feature
By Chad Simon
Now more than ever, stressed-out fleet managers are turning to fuel management programs to maximize efficiency and keep expenditures down.
Tags: best practices, fleet management, fuel management
September 2008, Government Fleet - Feature
By Staff
Public sector fleets feel the pain of soaring fuel costs even more than the private sector, and fuel management RFPs are more common than ever. Avoiding these mistakes will help make the process more successful.
Tags: RFPs, tips
September 2008, Government Fleet - Feature
By Steve Bennett
The responsibility for a productive pre-bid meeting falls to the fleet manager. The process begins with researched and well-written specifications.
Tags: City of Fayetteville, pre-bid meeting
September 2008, Government Fleet - Feature
By Shelley Mika
A wide variety of options can make spec’ing a street sweeper a daunting task. Failing to
identify a fleet’s individual needs and neglecting to research sweeper functions are two
common errors.