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“Across our state, Connecticut families are making difficult daily decisions because of the endless upward spiral of energy prices, especially the cost of gasoline,” Governor Rell said. “These price increases are forcing families and business owners to combine everyday errands for maximum economy and eliminate all but the most essential trips. We should ask no less of state agencies.” The Governor’s directive sets a goal of reducing total agency mileage and accompanying gasoline consumption by 10 percent by June 30, 2008. The Governor set a goal of reducing mileage and consumption by 25 percent by June 30, 2009. “State government has more than 4,000 vehicles, and while we have added hundreds of hybrids and alternative-fuel vehicles to the fleet in recent years, we still go through a lot of gasoline,” Governor Rell said. “We do save a little by buying in bulk – but we are certainly not immune to the enormous price increases that all Connecticut motorists are seeing. A gallon of regular unleaded gasoline retails for an average of $3.79 today. A month ago that same gallon cost $3.35, and a year ago it cost $3.06. These kinds of price hikes are devastating to residents, businesses and governments alike. “Simply put, state government must conserve – and it has to begin immediately,” the Governor said. “There are obvious reasons why we need our agency staff to be mobile – social workers, health inspectors and others need to be out in the field to do their jobs properly. We also count on the State Police to patrol our highways and Department of Transportation snowplows and road crews to keep them in good shape. However, just as Connecticut families are discovering, there are ways to combine trips – and even to eliminate some altogether – to reduce consumption and save some money.” Governor Rell directed the Department of Administrative Services to work with all Executive Branch agencies to put her directive into effect. DAS will be working with commissioners and agency transportation administrators to review vehicle needs, usage and reimbursement policies. © Copyright by StamfordPlus.com. Some articles and pictures posted on our website, as indicated by their bylines, were submitted as press releases and do not necessarily reflect the position and opinion of StamfordPlus.com, Stamford Plus magazine, Canaiden LLC or any of its associated entities. Articles may have been edited for brevity and grammar. Related Articles: $7 million for furnace rebate and energy conservation loan programs - Jul 24, 2008 - 4:09:10 PM Fiscal '08 ends with small surplus according to Rell - Jul 22, 2008 - 10:37:03 AM Governor Rell will require relief for ratepayers under Greenhouse Gas laws - Jul 6, 2008 - 6:53:49 PM Stepping Stones Museum for Children announces free gas offer as part of Connecticut’s Staycation Destination campaign - Jul 3, 2008 - 12:26:05 PM Weekend Shore Line East rail service starting on 4th of July - Jun 27, 2008 - 10:10:02 AM CURRENT HEADLINES: Top of Page
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