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Board approves nine wheelchair-capable buses, tables two propane buses while asking staff to explore EV options
Summary
After a lengthy debate on sustainability, infrastructure and special-needs transportation needs, the Clarke County School District board approved purchase of nine 48-passenger wheelchair-capable buses (eight propane, one gas) and tabled two 72-passenger propane buses until January to allow staff to examine alternatives and long-term fleet planning.
The Clarke County School District board split and partially approved a purchase of 11 Bluebird school buses after debating electrification, infrastructure needs and the replacement schedule for specialized vehicles. The board approved nine 48-passenger wheelchair-capable buses (eight propane and one gas) and voted 6–1 to table the purchase of two 72-passenger propane buses so staff can pursue alternative options and longer-term fleet planning.
Why it matters: Board members and staff said a large share of the district’s urgent replacement needs are for wheelchair-accessible buses for special-education routes, vehicles for which viable electric options…
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