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        Jan.-March 2015 (Q3/FY15)                              
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Welcome

Happy New Year, and welcome back to another edition of Fleet Services Quarterly.

In addition to regular updates, this edition's highlights include:
We hope you find our newsletter informative and our services exceptional! Either way, we look forward to hearing from you.

Thank you.


Jeannie Adams, Fleet Manager
Fleet Services Website
Fleet Purchasing
   
 
This year's car and truck orders are being placed as contracts are finalized.
 
Be sure to contact Mike Drottz for new vehicle orientation and packets which include:
  • Fleet business cards
  • Maintenance Repair Manual
  • Operations Manual
  • Wright Express (WEX) Fuel Card Instructions
  • Iowa Road Map
  • E-85 Stations Map
  • Roadside Assistance Contract Card
  • Proof of Insurance 
Defensive Driving Classes

Save the Date for these upcoming classes:
  • Thursday, March 26, 2015
  • Thursday, April 9, 2015
Who should attend?
  • Employees who are newly assigned to a state vehicle
     
  • Employees involved in an automobile accident while driving a state vehicle which was totally or partially caused by their negligence (must attend the earliest available Defensive Driving class; refer to Code 11 Chapter 103 for State Driver Corrective Actions)
  • Frequent state vehicle drivers (a refresher course at least once every three years)
All classes start at 8:30 a.m. at the Iowa State Patrol District 1 Headquarters located on 2nd Ave. in Des Moines. Please contact Sergeant Scott Bright (515-725-6093) with DPS to enroll in a class.
 
Service/Repair Garage 

Old Man Winter has arrived, and he doesn't appear to be leaving any time soon. To keep your state vehicle running smooth and looking fine, make time to get it detailed, rotated, and winterized! 

NEW Auto Detailing Packages
We are pleased to announce our NEW auto detail services and rate packages effective Monday, January 19. 

 
(Cube vans and trucks over 1 ton subject to additional labor charge based on size and condition.)

For extra convenience, Fleet Services can provide pick-up and delivery on the Capitol Complex. Call for reservations: 515-281-5123.

Brake Inspection and Tire Rotation: $38.59 (any required parts extra, after approval)
  • Rotate tires
  • Check brakes for wear, clean and adjust as needed
Passenger Vehicle Winterizing: $51.40 (any required parts extra, after approval)
  • Check and top off coolant level
  • Check all belts
  • Check all hoses
  • Pressure test system
To schedule an appointment call: 515-281-3162.
Motor Pool  

2015 Mileage Deadlines
Long term Motor Pool customers, please see our 2015 Mileage Deadlines and submit mileage by these dates

Parking Etiquette
To help us effectively manage the state's Motor Pool of roughly 300 vehicles, please be considerate when picking up and returning vehicles to the 3rd floor of the Capitol Complex Parking Structure at 650 E. Grand.

Remember, all cars are assigned a designated parking spot. Parking anywhere other than the assigned spot causes confusion and delays in locating reserved vehicles.

Please help everyone stay on schedule by parking in the designated spot when returning a vehicle. Thank you for your cooperation.
Fuel Station/WEX Cards 
 
 Ready for some Good News x 2?


1) Kwik Star now offers a WEX Card Fuel Discount!
Drivers of state vehicles can now save $.05 per gallon on all fuel types with Wright Express (WEX) cards at all Iowa Kwik Star fueling locations. (Note: This discount is with the "KW" Kwik Trip/Kwik Star stations, not QT Quick Trip.) 



 2) Fuel Station makeover nears completion!
The State’s self-service Fuel Station - located on the SE corner
of East 7th & Walnut - will soon be fully operational and outfitted with new E85-compliant fuel pumps. Final adjustments are being made to the card readers, and service should be restored by February 1. An announcement will be made when the station is back open for business.
 
For questions about either of these developments, contact Jeannie Adams. 
Vehicle Auctions & Agency Only Sales

Insurance Auto Auctions Inc. (IAAI) - Public auctions of the State's used vehicles are held on Tuesdays at IAAI in Waukee; bids may be submitted online or in person. (Additional state vehicle auctions are scheduled if needed.)

For more information, visit www.IAAI.com or call 877-937-4243. IAAI is located at 3277 Ute Ave., Waukee, IA 50263.

Agency Direct Sales - DAS Fleet Services occasionally offers vehicles for sale to state agencies only. Current listings include:
DAS Fleet Services - Contact Information 
301 E 7th, Des Moines, IA 50319 ~ 515-281-5122
Fleet Administration Office: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Fleet Garage: Monday-Friday, 7:00 am – 4:30 pm
Fleet Motor Pool: Monday, 6:00 am – 4:30 pm; Tuesday-Friday, 7:00 am – 4:30 pm
 
Fleet Manager
Jeannie Adams
Vehicle Purchasing, Risk Manager, and Auction
515-725-2243
 
Motor Pool
John Johnston
Vehicle Dispatcher and Wright Express
515-281-5123
 
Repair Garage
Ron Christensen
Repair Shop Supervisor, Approvals, and Scheduling Appointments
515-281-3162

Garage
Mike Drottz
New Vehicle Orientation & Exchanges
515-242-5226
 
Administrative Office
Heidi Johnson
Customer Service
515-281-5122
 
Fleet Administrator
Kelly Green
DAS CPE Chief Operating Officer
515-725-2272
 
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