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The documents in this collection are submissions made to the Board of Examiners as a requirement for the Certificate in Local Government Executive Management. These research papers provide unique perspectives on the local government management challenges faced by CAO’s, including providing solutions and insights that may be beneficial to others.< Previous Resource 21 of 24 Next >
1991 July - Energy Economies - West Vancouver Municipal Fleet Conversion to Compressed Natural Gas
Publisher: Province of British Columbia
Author: Lester, I.T. (Terry)
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Posting Date: February 3, 2009
Year Published: 2009
Abstract:
I.T. (Terry) Lester, Municipal Manager, District of West Vancouver
This paper looks at the factors used in the District of West Vancouver's decision to go to Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), as opposed to using propane, for its municipal fleet. It sets out projected cost comparisons, final costs and fuel savings. The District commenced studies into converting its Municipal fleet to alternative fuels in 1981. Through delays in determining the best alternative fuel and in obtaining funding, the program did not start until 1984 when 27 public works and parks vehicles were converted to dual-fueled gasoline and CNG. Subsequently 12 police patrol vehicles were also converted.
This paper looks at the factors used in the District of West Vancouver's decision to go to Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), as opposed to using propane, for its municipal fleet. It sets out projected cost comparisons, final costs and fuel savings. The District commenced studies into converting its Municipal fleet to alternative fuels in 1981. Through delays in determining the best alternative fuel and in obtaining funding, the program did not start until 1984 when 27 public works and parks vehicles were converted to dual-fueled gasoline and CNG. Subsequently 12 police patrol vehicles were also converted.
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Full Text Word Count: 8979