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CityCouncil | 2007-02-06 | 2 | Councilmember Matarrese stated he requested that the item be pulled because the City has a vehicle selection policy that starts with electric vehicles and continues with availability and practicality of vehicle use; the staff report notes that an alternative fuel vehicle does not meet the Police Department's needs; compressed natural gas was the alternative fuel for a Crown Victoria, but the alternative fuel cars are no longer in production. The Police Chief stated compressed natural gas is not available as a standard item with Ford Motor Company or any other company making a police vehicle; there are design issues in terms of idling for long periods of time and limited trunk space; ample trunk space is needed for equipment. Councilmember Matarrese requested that future staff reports include steps taken to evaluate that the recommended vehicle is the most practical solution. Mayor Johnson inquired whether the three vehicles are the only vehicles being replaced this year, to which the Police Chief responded in the affirmative. Mayor Johnson inquired whether the three vehicles reached the mileage point for replacement. The Police Chief responded the three vehicles are in excess of 95,000 miles. The City Manager stated three police motorcycles would be replaced at a later date. Councilmember Matarrese inquired whether the three motorcycles would be evaluated the same way in terms fuel efficiency. The Police Chief responded the motorcycles have the same issues as the police vehicles. Councilmember deHaan inquired whether the Crown Victoria is still being produced. The Police Chief responded that Ford Motor Company had reported that 2009 would be the last year that the Crown Victoria would be produced; stated Ford Motor Company reconsidered the matter and plans to continue production. Councilmember deHaan inquired whether Ford Motor Company was looking at alternative fuel sources; stated taxicabs using natural Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 2 February 6, 2007 | CityCouncil/2007-02-06.pdf |