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MSD Martinsville board approves purchase of four electric buses after safety and cold-weather questions
Summary
MSD Martinsville Schools approved purchasing four electric buses, with board members and staff citing manufacturer records and warranties; a public commenter raised safety and cold-weather concerns and cited the proposal price and incentives.
The MSD Martinsville Schools Board of Trustees voted to approve permission to purchase four electric school buses, board members said during the district's first regular session of 2025. The motion to buy the buses was made by Matt Hankins and seconded by Heather Staggs; the board approved the purchase by voice vote.
The decision follows public comment and extended board discussion about safety, cold-weather performance, warranties and total cost. Mark Murray, a resident who spoke during public comment, said the district's package listed 4 buses and two chargers for a total of $612,916 and highlighted available incentives: a program rebate of…
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