The city of Fort Worth continues to save money by using in-house labor to repair city vehicles.

During the City Council work session Sept. 9, council members had a chance to review the presentation from property management director Marilyn Marvin, who oversees the Fleet Services Division .

Put in perspective

According to the report, the fleet maintenance performed internally is saving the city money compared to going to contracted vendors. The city did have to contract out some work, but according to data, the city staff is doing about 94% of the work that is needed.

During the past three full fiscal years and an estimated fiscal year, the outsourcing of work has been:

Fiscal year 2021-22: 4.17%

FY 2022-23: 4.95%

FY 2023-24: 5.61%

FY 2024-25: 6%—estimated total

According to co

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