DPW: Fleet Management

City of Somerville FY21 Budget

Mission Statement

The Fleet Management Division is a centralized division responsible for strategic planning, acquisition, and maintenance of vehicles and large equipment to support city-wide functions. Fleet Management is responsible for the acquisition, assignment, and maintenance of approximately 400 vehicles and heavy equipment. Fleet Management maintains vehicles for 22 departments, including all emergency operations and safety vehicles, snow removal equipment, police and fire vehicles, and other departmental vehicles.

Changes from FY20

Ordinary Maintenance for the Fleet Division was proposed at a 4.2% reduction for FY21. This is due to a $25,000 reduction in the Professional & Technical Services line.


During the FY21 budget process, a $100,000 cut was made to the Motor Parts & Accessories line.

FY21 Budget Proposal