The City of Salem is excited to announce the top five name finalists for our new, all-electric compact street sweeper! As we prepare to roll this environmentally friendly vehicle onto Salem’s paths, streets, and alleys, we’re inviting the community to help us choose its name.

Here are the finalists:

• Z.E.U.S. (Zero Emissions Utility Sweeper)
• Chew-Vac-Uh
• Sweepy Wonder
• Whiskers
• Sweep Force One

The contest will be open until Friday, November 15, 2025. Results will be announced on Monday, November 18, 2024. Be sure to vote for your favorite name by completing the survey.

The eSwingo 200+ EV Sweeper is a fully electric, compact sweeper that’s built to tackle narrow spaces like park trails, bike paths, and alleys. This 100% electric sweeper produces zero carbon emissions, can operate for up to 10 hours before needing a recharge, and runs quietly with a sustainable design.

Thanks to a $337,443 grant through the DEQ’s Oregon Clean Fuels Program and PGE’s Drive Change Fund, the City of Salem was able to purchase this cutting-edge sweeper. The Drive Change Fund, established in 2019, has awarded millions of dollars for new electric vehicles and chargers across Oregon, supporting cleaner air and lower emissions in our communities. This new electric sweeper is a significant addition to the City’s Climate Action Plan, specifically supporting Strategy TL-30 to transition all city vehicles to electric.

The City of Salem is committed to creating a greener future and reducing our carbon footprint. We extend our thanks to the DEQ’s Oregon Clean Fuels Program and PGE for helping make this progress possible.

To cast your vote for your favorite name, visit the Streetsweeper name survey.