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Articles•November 1, 2008

Biodiesel Powers More Fleets Than Ever

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.

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Articles•November 1, 2008

How to Develop a Strategic Business Plan

A business plan is a written description of your organization’s future. It should document vision and strategies.

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Articles•by Paul Dexler•November 1, 2008

Tapping A Ready Source of Trained Workers

“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.

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Articles•November 1, 2008

How City Fleets Handle Tool Allowances

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.

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Articles•November 1, 2008

What Do Municipal Fleets Charge For Parts Markup?

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.

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Articles•November 1, 2008

Cedar Rapids Fleet Tested by Flood of 2008

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.”

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News•October 29, 2008

Take-Home Vehicle and Car Allowance Policy Being Revised for The City of Jacksonville

JACKSONVILLE, FL– Citing the lack of a formal policy, the Jacksonville mayor’s office has drafted a new policy that will address the City’s take-home vehicle and car allowance policy.

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News•October 29, 2008

Morris County Government Is Downsizing is Vehicle Fleet

MORRIS COUNTY, NJ – Under a new policy enacted by Morris County government, County workers will have to get used to less leg room and smaller engines if they drive county vehicles on the job.

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News•October 29, 2008

Witt Appointed Director of Engineering for E.J. Ward, Inc.

SAN ANTONIO – Paul Witt has been appointed to director of engineering at E.J. Ward, Inc. (Ward).

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News•October 29, 2008

Proposal to Have Voters Decide on Fleet Purchase

WEST BROOKFIELD, MA – Auditor Thomas Scanlon Sr. believes voters should decide whether the town buys specific vehicles.

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