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Aging fleet forces Thompson School District to consider lease-to-purchase for buses
Summary
District transportation staff told the board that around 30% of large buses are more than 20 years old, causing frequent breakdowns; staff recommended a lease-to-purchase of nine buses to avoid disruptions and to meet specialized needs including wheelchair lifts.
Thompson School District R-2J transportation officials told the board Feb. 1 that the district—aces urgent fleet-replacement needs and recommended a lease-to-purchase option to acquire nine buses over the coming years.
Matt Panger (Road Transportation) and Todd Cooney (assistant superintendent for operations) said the district operates more than 60 daily routes and transports roughly 3,000 students. Panger said roughly one-third of the large-bus fleet is more than 20 years old and that aging vehicles have driven up maintenance costs,…
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