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Contractor tells Acadia Parish School Board buses running near capacity, touts AI cameras and live-map tools
Summary
A transportation contractor told the Acadia Parish School Board on Nov. 18 that the district has 78 drivers for 78 routes, highlighted a 98.8% run-execution rate in September, and described Lytx AI cameras and BeaconConnect live-map and family-app features the vendor says can improve safety and communication.
Christina, a transportation contractor representative, told the Acadia Parish School Board on Nov. 18 that contractor and district staff are focusing on staffing, safety and technology to keep buses running reliably. "We currently stand at 78 drivers for the 78 routes," Christina said, noting the contractor also maintains 13 full-time substitute drivers and two AM/PM subs while six employees are on long-term leave.
The presenter identified absenteeism as the main disruptor to service and described steps the contractor is taking, including bonuses, disciplinary actions and monitoring absenteeism trends. The contractor…
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