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ArticlesNovember 15, 2012

Alternative Fleet Storage Options: A Case for Covered Storage

Indoor, protected storage is a safe and cost-effective solution for fleet vehicles. However, less expensive short-term solutions can also provide vehicle protection.

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ArticlesNovember 15, 2012

Fleet Project Management: Maintenance Facility Construction

Building a new fleet facility may be the most complex project a fleet manager can undertake. Careful pre-planning and knowing exactly what is required, rather than solely relying on an architect’s designs, will result in a facility custom-designed to the fleet’s needs.

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NewsOctober 25, 2012

Richmond, Va., City Council Approves Purchase of New Fleet Facility

RICHMOND, VA – Richmond City Council on Oct. 22 approved the purchase of land to house a new Department of Public Works’ Division of Fleet Management maintenance facility, according to the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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NewsOctober 10, 2012

Gainesville Begins Construction of Consolidated Maintenance Facility

GAINESVILLE, FL – The $11.42 million consolidated facility will be used to service 1,450 units from utilities, fire, police, public works, and other departments. The City of Gainesville Commission approved additional funding for the project in September.

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NewsOctober 8, 2012

Lansing, Mich., to Build New Fleet Maintenance Garage

LANSING, MI – The City of Lansing, Mich., has broken ground on a new central garage facility for fleet maintenance, according to the Lansing State Journal.

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NewsJuly 27, 2012

Monmouth County Opens New Municipal Vehicle Wash Facility

TINTON FALLS, NJ - The new facility can recycle the water it uses as part of a pilot project where the recycled water, when it can no longer be used by the washing facility, can be used for dust control at a local landfill and on roads.

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NewsJuly 12, 2012

Albuquerque Fire Fleet Audit Recommends Increased Technician Training

ALBUQUERQUE, NM – An audit report of the Albuquerque Fire Department’s (AFD) fleet maintenance program suggested improvements in its preventive maintenance policies, control over outsourced maintenance activities, technician certifications, and facility size.

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NewsJune 27, 2012

City of Moline Recognized for Green Fleet Efforts

MOLINE, IL – The White House identified the City of Moline, Ill., as a sustainable community, inviting its mayor and city administrator to the White House Forum on Sustainable Communities. The City’s green fleet efforts have largely contributed to this recognition.

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NewsJune 4, 2012

Johnson County Dedicates ‘Green’ Fleet Facility

OLATHE, KS – Johnson County officials dedicated two new buildings, including a 22,250-square-foot, eight-bay fleet maintenance building expected to be LEED Gold-certified.

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NewsMarch 26, 2012

Downers Grove Cuts Energy Costs at Fleet and Public Works Garages

DOWNERS GROVE, IL - New facility lighting has reduced the number of kilowatt hours the facilities use by 190,117, compared with previous lighting.

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