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Huntington district, Huntington Coach apply for EPA grant to buy 50 electric school buses
Summary
Deputy Superintendent Mr. Hender and board members said the district partnered with Beacon Mobility (Huntington Coach) to apply to the EPA Clean School Bus Rebate Program for 50 electric buses and charging stations to remain operated by Huntington Coach but dedicated to the district.
The Huntington Union Free School District reported Jan. 13 that it has partnered with Beacon Mobility, doing business as Huntington Coach, to apply for federal funds to buy 50 electric school buses and charging stations.
Deputy Superintendent Mr. Hender, cited by board member Ms. McCoy during announcements, said the district was invited to join a grant application submitted to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency on Jan. 9 under the 2024 Clean School Bus Rebate Program. Under the arrangement described to the board, Huntington Coach would continue to own and operate the buses, which would be dedicated solely for Huntington Union Free School District routes.
The district characterized the move as part of its broader efforts to "go green" and to keep transportation costs low. Ms. McCoy thanked Mr. Hender for exploring options to improve transportation and conservation measures.
The board meeting record contains no decision by the board on funding or commitments tied to the grant; the entry is an informational announcement that the application was submitted to the EPA. The outcome depends on the EPA award process and any subsequent agreements between the district and Huntington Coach.
