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Board considers low-risk pilot of two used electric buses as diesel price and emissions rules change
Summary
Transportation staff described a low-cost opportunity to acquire two lightly used electric buses, advising a pilot test before larger investments; board members requested individual follow-up before a decision.
Orange County transportation staff described an opportunity to acquire two lightly used electric school buses at a reduced price and urged board members to consider a limited, low‑risk pilot before committing to a larger fleet change.
Justin, a transportation/facilities staff member, told the board the buses are pre‑owned with low miles and that the division could take two of those units in exchange for two diesel buses already on order. He said the dealer quoted a proposal that, after available tax credits, would cost the division less than the…
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