Mayor Keith Hobbs thinks he might have a way to save the city some money and provide an economic boost to the Fort William First Nation.
During budget deliberations Tuesday night, the mayor raised an idea to have city vehicles fill up on at gas stations located in The Fort William First Nation.
This year, the city's Fleet Department expects to spend $3.2-million dollars on gasoline and diesel fuel, an increase of more than half-a-million dollars.
Hobbs points to the declaration of commitment the city signed with the nearby First Nation community last year.
The mayor said it's something that should at least be explored.
The Mayor admitted that it may not be feasible because the city currently buys its fuel in bulk.
The city is paying about $1.10 a litre right now.
The lowest price for fuel on the First Nation on Wednesday is $1.11 a litre
