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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2012-08-27 Finance Committee Minutes FINANCE COMMITTEE August 27, 2012 at 6:02 p.m. Minutes Councilors: Gratwick, Durgin, Blanchette, Gallant, Baldacci, Longo, Sprague, Hawes and Weston Staff: Cyr Others: 1. Electric Vehicles – Fleet Maintenance – Whether or not this Bid will be considered is dependent upon a pending review by the EPA as to whether or not this proposed Supplemental Environmental Project is an acceptable alternative. This issue was previously discussed with the City Council. If the Special Meeting is necessary, information will be distributed at the meeting. Finance Director Cyr explained that there is an opportunity to submit a Supplemental Environment Project to the EPA. The purchase of the electric vehicles is related to a “RCRA” violation. (Resource, Conservation & Recovery Act) that the City had in 2001. Cyr explained that in the past, Supplemental Environment Projects with bio-diesel fuel were used to “work off” the penalty from the EPA. Since this is no longer available, they are reviewing an alternate way to fulfill this penalty with the EPA. Cyr added that we are still in negotiations with the EPA as to what percentage of credit we will get for the cost differential. At most, the city would look to purchase 3 electric vehicles, (possibly none) depending upon the final agreement with The EPA. A motion was made to accept the recommendation of the Finance Director and award the contract (if approved) to Quirk of Bangor. It was seconded and approved. Committee adjourned at 6:04 p.m.