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CityCouncil | 2019-11-05 | 7 | Folsom Lake Ford, $281,666 from Winner Chevrolet, and $126,645 from Freeway Toyota, Including Contingency. Questioned why Public Works is purchasing hybrids rather than electric cars and about a possible diesel motor being used: Pat Potter, Community Action for a Sustainable Alameda (CASA). Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft expressed support for the purchase of hybrid vehicles; inquired why all vehicles being purchased are not Electric Vehicles (EVs). The Public Works Fleet Services Manager responded there is insufficient EV infrastructure, which is needed to charge EVs; stated EV charging has been implemented at City Hall West; EV charging stations are planned for hubs; hybrid platforms are the next best option. Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft inquired whether the option implies a move toward adding more EVs, to which the Public Work's Fleet Services Manager responded in the affirmative. Vice Mayor Knox White inquired whether the vehicle replacement efforts were a 1:1 ratio and how budgetary discussions factored into vehicle purchases. The Public Work's Fleet Services Manager responded following the budget meetings, staff reviewed the current replacement requirements; stated some of all vehicles meet the replacement requirements and are considered to be maximum use or critical job tasks throughout the City. Vice Mayor Knox White stated the Chevrolet Colorado and Toyota Rav-4 are similar in cost; inquired whether purchasing vehicles from companies that are committed to the City's climate goals were considered versus supporting multi-national companies which are against the goals. The Public Work's Fleet Services Manager responded the selection is based on feedback from staff; outlined the difference between vehicle capacities; stated there are other options to consider. Vice Mayor Knox White inquired whether more Climate Action Resiliency Plan options can be considered. The City Manager responded Council could approve the item while holding back the approval of certain vehicles. Councilmember Oddie inquired whether a backup plan exists for lost power in the event of a future all EV fleet. The Public Work's Fleet Services Manager responded the fleet is always viewed as a mixed fleet; stated City Hall West has emergency generators to keep EV chargers Regular Meeting Alameda City Council 5 November 5, 2019 | CityCouncil/2019-11-05.pdf |