GF Blue logo
MenuMENU
SearchSEARCH

Operations

NewsFebruary 16, 2018

Behind the Scenes During California’s Thomas Fire

The City of Ventura's Mary Joyce Ivers was called to the Emergency Operations Center the night the Thomas fires began in December. She talks about her fleet department’s experience and response during the fire.

Read More →
NewsFebruary 13, 2018

Calif. City Hires Fleet Manager

Jose Gallardo was named the fleet manager for the City of Concord, Calif., starting his new position Dec. 4, 2017.

Read More →
NewsFebruary 12, 2018

Chicago Agencies Respond to Snow Storm

Twelve days into the month, the City of Chicago is already experiencing its snowiest February in three years. Following last week's snow storm, city agencies have begun response efforts.

Read More →
Ad Loading...
ProductsFebruary 9, 2018

StorMaster Combo

LTA Manufacturing LLC now manufactures the StorMaster Combo, which packages together two secure storage drawers beneath a 57-inches wide LoadMaster bed system

Read More →
NewsFebruary 9, 2018

Iowa City Approves $844K Upgrade of Public Works Facility

The Iowa City facility will include a shop and vehicle washing facility for the Equipment Division, and would allow the city to protect fleet vehicles better with indoor storage.

Read More →
NewsFebruary 8, 2018

Texas County Hires Administrator to Centralize Fleet

Smith County, Texas, has hired its first ever fleet administrator to oversee the newly formed Vehicle Equipment Services Department.

Read More →
Ad Loading...
NewsFebruary 8, 2018

H.I.G. Capital Acquires Wastequip

Wastequip, a North American manufacturer of waste equipment, announced it has signed a definitive agreement to be acquired by H.I.G. Capital, LLC, a global private equity investment firm. Wastequip has been owned by Centerbridge Partners, L.P. since 2012.

Read More →
NewsFebruary 7, 2018

County May Consolidate Fire Districts, Aging Fire Fleet

Consolidating 13 local fire districts in Pickens County, S.C., into one operation may come with challenges. The average age of the districts’ 31 pumper trucks is 16.5 years old, and some districts are in debt due to vehicle purchases.

Read More →
NewsFebruary 5, 2018

GFX Exclusive: Craft an Effective Succession Plan with Steve Saltzgiver

Steve Saltzgiver, CAFS, fleet consultant and 2017 Legendary Lifetime Achievement Award winner, will offer guidance on creating an effective succession plan at the 2018 Government Fleet Expo & Conference.

Read More →
Ad Loading...
Newsby Thi DaoFebruary 1, 2018

N.Y. Municipality to Centralize Fleet Management

The City of Jamestown, N.Y., plans to update its fleet structure and eventually centralize its fleet management. To do this, the fleet would need a larger maintenance facility and additional staff members.

Read More →