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Miami-Dade Transit marks completion of Bus Class 2 training; county leaders highlight service and safety
Summary
Miami-Dade County Department of Transportation and Public Works held a graduation for Bus Class 2 of 2025, marking completion of a multi-week training program that includes FMCSA entry-level driver training, CDL instruction and emergency preparedness; county officials emphasized passenger safety and public-service responsibilities.
Miami-Dade County Department of Transportation and Public Works held a graduation ceremony for Bus Class 2 of 2025 to mark the completion of the division’s multi-week bus operator and traffic-control training program.
The graduation recognizes trainees who completed coursework and behind-the-wheel instruction required by federal and county programs, and county leaders used the event to stress safety, customer service and the public-service role of transit operators.
“ We are gathered here to celebrate your dedication, your perseverance, and the remarkable achievement of completing the MDT PW training program,” said Quanee Smith, co‑lead instructor for Bus Class 2, addressing the graduates and their families. The ceremony included remarks from instructors, division leadership and a letter from Miami‑Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava read on her behalf.
Why it matters: County officials said bus operators affect daily mobility for large numbers of riders. Snyder Saint Preux, general…
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