HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution No. R24-03A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVING A PREVENTATIVE
MAINTENANCE PLAN FOR CITY OF LAUREL VANS AND SMALL BUSSES IN
PASSENGER SERVICE.
BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Laurel, Montana,
Section 1: Approval. The Preventative Maintenance Plan for City of Laurel Vans and
Small Busses in Passenger Service (hereinafter "Preventative Maintenance Plan"), a copy
attached hereto and incorporated herein, is hereby approved.
Section 2: Execution. The Mayor is hereby given authority to execute the Preventative
Maintenance Plan on behalf of the City.
Introduced at a regular meeting of the City Council on the 91' day of January, 2024, by
Council Member Mackay.
PASSED and APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Laurel the 91h day of
January, 2024.
APPROVED by the Mayor the 91' day of January, 2024.
CITY OF LAUREL
Dave Waggoner, Mayor
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Michele L. Braukmann, Civil City Attorney
R24-03 Approve Preventative Maintenance Plan
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Laurel. Montmia 59044
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The City of Laurel follows the minimum maintenance schedule for
vans and small buses in passenger service:
Every 3,000 miles:
1. Change motor oil.
2. Replace oil filter.
3. Check the chassis and lubricate if needed.
Every 10,000-12,000 miles:
1. Rotate tires, replace if necessary.
2. Tune engine
3. Replace spark plugs.
Every 15,000-20,000 miles:
1. Service Transmission
2. Change Oil in rear axle differential.
As needed:
1. Spark Plug and Coil Wires
2. Belts and Hoses
In addition, other- items of nwintenance are bound to occur:
1. Alternator replacement
2. Starter motor replacement
3. Windshield Wiper motor replacement
4. Exhaust components, including mufflers, manifolds, pipes, hangers, and clamps.
5. Headlamps, and bulbs for turn signals, brake lights, and marker lights.
6. Vehicle Interior fittings and seat materials
7. Windshield Wiper Blades
8. Wheelchair lift components.
9. Wheelchair restraint components
Preventive maintenance is a must for all passenger -carrying vehicles and other equipment; there
are no exceptions. A strict maintenance and inspection program is as important for providing a
dependable service as is fuel in the tank.
City of Laurel Caul:
Objectives:
To ensure proper running condition, cleanliness, and proper equipment of all
vehicles of City of Laurel transit system.
To provide less down time for the vehicles and timely maintenance for repairs
before a breakdown can occur.
To provide proper training classes for all drivers to understand the importance of
pre -trip inspections and post -trip checks.
To perform pre -trip inspections of all vehicles before they make a trip.
To perform preventive maintenance on all vehicles at 3 months or 3000 miles of
use and a once a year or 50,000 -mile complete check.
4 To have a monitoring system in place to ensure that the preventive maintenance
program is being performed.
o To perform preventive maintenance and servicing on new vehicles to maintain
warranty coverage and recover costs of warranty repairs.
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Run lift through one complete cycle to be sure it is operable before attempting to pick up a
passenger. Check for seal leakage and the binding of hardware
Check for physical damage and "Jerky" operation. Look for hazardous protrusions, exposed
-2dges, etc. Make sure all protrusions are adequately padded.
'heck all Fasteners. All bolts should be snug.
Make sure lift is properly secured to vehicle when stored.
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Make all necessary repairs immediately. Do not use lift in an unsafe condition.
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