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Kings Park officials plan to buy 8 buses as fleet ages; prior electric‑bus rebates noted
Summary
District administrators told the board they plan to replace aging buses with eight new gas buses (4 vans and 4 large buses) next year, citing several vehicles older than 20 years; last year's electric‑bus project benefited from vouchers and EPA rebates but similar funding is uncertain for the coming purchase.
District administrators told the board Feb. 9 they intend to continue a multi‑year fleet‑replenishment program and are proposing purchases next year to ensure safe student transport.
Dr. Craig said the district expects to buy eight buses — four vans and four large, gas‑powered buses — to replace older vehicles in the fleet. "We have several buses that are 20 years and older," he said, arguing the replacement…
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