7A, Authorize Staff to Purchase a 2010 Prius II

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considered green features since the 2030 Comprehensive Plan also calls for the City to be greener where it makes economic sense. Vehicles that were considered include: Make Model T e MSRP MPG - Cit MPG - Hi hwa To ota Camr Sedan $19,395 22 33 Honda Accord Sedan $21,055 22 31 Honda CRV SUV $21,245 20 27 Chevrolet Malibu Sedan $21,605 22 30 To ota RAV4 SUV $22,300 22 28 Chevrolet Equinox Crossover $22,440* 22 32 Ford Escape XLS SUV $22,450 24 28 To ota Prius Sedan $23,570* 51 48 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid Sedan $25,555 26 34 Ford Taurus SE FWD Sedan $25,995 18 28 *Quote provided by dealer. Does NOT include tax, license, and registration fees. After considering the features of each option, staff is recommending the Prius. The Prius comes in four versions: the II, III, IV, and V. The Prius II is the most basic version of the Prius, but it includes anti-lock brakes, seven air bags, vehicle stability control, and has the same high gas mileage as the other versions. The quoted cost of the Prius II replacement from Maplewood Toyota is $23,570 plus taxes, license, and registration. The cost of painting the vehicle tan would be an additional $425, which is discussed further in the next section. The City of Oakdale purchased two Prius vehicles a couple years ago for their building department, and staff contacted their building of�cial to learn about their experience. Their building of�cial stated that the low speed, frequent stopping, and suburban setting is ideal for maximizing fuel ef�ciency for the Prius. He also noted how well the Prius handled in the snow. They had no regrets in the purchase and highly recommended the Prius. If purchased, the vehicle would be delivered within seven to ten days from the order. Vehicle Color Due to the high demand for the Prius, it is difficult to obtain a specific color. The closest color to the standard Arden Hills tan is the "Sandy Beach Metallic." As of November 4, that color was not available anywhere in the Twin Cities area and none of the incoming shipments included that color. A more commonly available color is the "Blizzard Pearl" white. The City has purchased white vehicles in the past that were then painted tan. The cost to have the Prius II painted tan at Maaco would be an additional $425. The Toyota dealership recommended against painting because it can decrease the long-term value of the vehicle. Additionally, when there are dings or dents, the underlying original color shows through more easily. Staff is comfortable with a white vehicle but can move forward with the painting if the City Council so directs. With either color, the Arden Hills logo would be affixed to the side of the vehicle. Page 2 of 3 \�Ahdocs1\ah�AHdata\Planning\Department Records\S10 Replacement\110909 - CC Memo - 2010 Prius II Purchase.doc