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Board approves bus‑driver incentive program aimed at reducing double runs; program to start in September
Summary
Dorchester District 2 approved a new bus‑driver incentive program intended to improve driver attendance and reduce costly double runs; board voted 7–0 to accept the program, which staff said will launch in September.
The Dorchester District 2 School Board on Aug. 25 approved a new incentive program for bus drivers designed to reduce double runs and improve transportation reliability.
Mr. Farrell, presenting on behalf of transportation staff, said attendance is the main cause of double runs and that the new incentive ties recognition or payments to consistent attendance and safety practices.
Board members asked about funding. Mr. Farnsworth noted the district spent about $150,000 on double runs last year; staff said the new program is intended to reduce that operational strain. Mr. Farnsworth moved to accept the incentive program as presented; Mr. Lee seconded. The vote carried 7 in favor.
Transportation staff and the superintendent said the incentive will replace the prior stipend model for additional runs and will be rolled out in September when drivers receive details.
The board did not specify line‑item funding in the public discussion; staff said they'll release program details to drivers before implementation.
What's next: District staff will notify drivers and provide implementation details; the board will receive updates at future meetings about program uptake and effect on double runs.
