The Building Department puts on significant miles everyday inspecting buildings and projects throughout the city of Shakopee.  The Department has already ordered a Ford Mach E (electric) and will add the F-150 to its fleet of vehicles to be used by inspectors.  This particular F-150 electric has been designed for government and contractor use and is AWD and also has 120V outlets.  The charged range is approximately 230 miles, well within an inspector's daily trip mileage.  This meets one of the city's Green Step goals of lowering local emissions. This vehicle also has very few parts beyond brakes and tires for service.

In partnership with Shakopee Public Utilities and the State, there will be a two car charger available in the city hall parking lot.  SPU will also be working with the city to install chargers at the community center, Lewis Street parking lot, Huber Park, Southbridge Dog Park and Lions Park.

Because of chip shortage and a high demand for this vehicle, Ford anticipates that this truck will not be delivered until mid-2022.  Because the Building Revenue is substantially over the projected budget, we are asking that we encumber these funds now for payment when the vehicle is delivered.