Explanation
The Finance and Management Department, Fleet Management Division, would like to serve on a state chapter board of the Municipal Equipment Maintenance Association (MEMA), which is governed by the articles and bylaws established by MEMA.
The mission statement of MEMA is “To improve the quality of service in the public sector by providing a forum for the free exchange of experience, technical knowledge, ideas and opinions that enhance the delivery of public services and promote the personal and professional growth of our members. MEMA will serve public safety by helping to ensure that environmentally responsible, safe and efficient stationary and mobile systems are at work.” Regional Chapter MEMA-OH is one of the first regional MEMA chapters in Ohio and membership is open to entities throughout the state, including other local municipalities.
MEMA was established in California in 1952 and currently has over 600 members nationwide and is a well-recognized leader in the public sector Fleet industry. MEMA furthers the mission of “shared services” for public entities by sponsoring and endorsing mechanic training for Light and Heavy Duty emergency vehicles, as well as training for the use of alternative fuels. They also sponsor fleet conferences and tradeshows, As well, networking opportunities for its members is encouraged and promoted.
Participation in MEMA promotes the Mayor’s “shared services” initiative which began in early 2011 as well as the culmination of the region’s Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) coalition. Membership in MEMA offers public entities the ability to formalize and enhance regional cooperation for fleet professionals throughout the state. Membership furthers our shared service initiative to expand throughout the Ohio region, which should result in lowered operating costs for both the City of Columbus through shared training, shared bid specifications, shortened learning curve for fleet related issues as well as for other public entiti...
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