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District weighing purchase of two surplus school buses at steep discount
Ontario SD 8C School Board · February 10, 2026
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Summary
Board discussed buying two brand-new surplus buses being sold by another district at roughly a 40% discount (purchase price discussed near $150,000 each) to avoid long lead times; staff said reimbursement (described in discussion at about 70%) will subsequently apply and reserves could cover upfront cost.
Staff presented a one-time opportunity to buy two brand-new surplus international buses being offered by another district at an estimated 40% discount. Speaker 3 said market prices were described at approximately $200,000 per bus but the district…
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