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District reports more drivers and routes; transportation staff say on‑time performance improving though challenges remain
Summary
Officials said the district increased drivers and routes versus last year, trained new drivers and expects additional out‑of‑state recruits. Transportation leaders said on‑time arrivals improved but occasional missed stops persist; board members asked about AI routing and options to reduce overtime.
Buffalo Public Schools transportation officials told the work session they increased the number of drivers and routes this school year and have made measurable improvements in on‑time performance, while acknowledging continuing operational challenges. Chief Operating Officer Lou Petruzewski (presenting on transportation staffing) said the district had 468 routes and 482 drivers as of the current comparison, up from 462 routes and 465 drivers the previous September; additional out‑of‑state drivers were expected to arrive in the coming days.
Why it matters: Bus staffing and routing affect student attendance, breakfast access and teacher…
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