Green Fleet
Idling Policy
The Village has adopted an Idle Reduction Policy for its employees; the only exception is for public safety vehicles that are responding to an emergency situation.
Bio-Diesel Fuel
All diesel-equipped vehicles began using a 2% bio-diesel fuel blend on January 1, 2006.
Diesel Oxidation Catalysts
The Public Works Department received a grant from Clean Air Counts in the amount of $22,140 to install diesel oxidation catalysts on nine trucks.
Hybrid Vehicles
In 2007 the Village purchased two Hybrid Sport Utility Vehicles to replace two older gasoline powered units.