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District staff recommend Palmer Bus for type-3 (van/small-bus) routes; board discussion centers on capacity and backup service
Summary
Staff recommended awarding a two-year type-3 transportation contract (vans/small buses typically used for specialized transportation) to Palmer Bus, with First Alts suggested as supplemental provider; staff emphasized state-wide supply challenges and estimated FY26 costs slightly lower than current usage.
Shakopee Public School District staff recommended the board award the two-year type-3 transportation contract (vans/small buses often used for special education and other specialized routes) to Palmer Bus and to use First Alts as a supplemental provider if Palmer cannot meet a specific need.
Director of Finance and Operations Bill Benazzi told trustees the district received nine quotes after a request for qualifications and that, based on current usage, the…
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