Minnesota's Gov. Mark Dayton has signed into law a bill making it easier for the state's fleet manager to purchase alternative-fuel vehicles by allowing purchasing decisions based on total operating costs rather than initial cost.
Growth in the number of E-85 fueling stations has slowed since 2011, as demand has fallen for the higher-blend ethanol fuel blend, according to federal data.
WASHINGTON – A new report found that the Minnesota Dept. of Transportation was able to significantly cut its snow removal costs during the 2010 and 2011 winter season, saving an estimated $2.2 million in salt costs.
WILLMAR, MN – The City of Willmar’s city council approved a recommendation to eliminate a total of 15 vehicles and pieces of equipment in the City’s fleet, according to City documents.
SAINT PAUL, MN - Between July 2010 and June 2011, the Minnesota State fleet used more than one million gallons of E-85, setting a new record for a 12-month period.
ST. PAUL, MN - The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) is looking for applicants for its federal Diesel Emission Reduction Act (DERA) grant funding.
The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources’ revised remarketing plan has already led to positive results — an auction at a new location this year drew 600 bidders and brought in $715,000 in sales.
PARK RAPIDS, MN – The Hubbard County Board of Commissioners approved the purchase of pickup trucks for the Sheriff’s department, according to County documents.
DULUTH, MN – The City of Duluth expects savings of more than $59,000 during the first year of using GPS systems to track and manage use of 300 vehicles.
NEW ULM, MN - A four-hour auction of two Minnesota state departments' fleet units brought in $715,000, which will be used to offset equipment costs - including high fuel prices.
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