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Board urges state to refine electric school‑bus mandate, passes advocacy resolution
Summary
The Carmel board approved a resolution saying the district supports lower‑emission transportation but urged state leaders to reconsider the 2027 and 2035 zero‑emissions school‑bus deadlines in their current form; Vice President Curzio was thanked for spearheading the local advocacy effort.
The board adopted a resolution at its April 21 meeting that, while affirming a goal of reduced emissions for school transportation, asked state leaders to pursue sustainable progress without compromising local fiscal stability or educational quality.
The resolution references state timelines that require new school-bus purchases to be zero-emissions beginning in 2027 and a statewide fleet transition by 2035. Board members said the district stands ready to work with state officials but urged a practical approach that accounts for local fleet needs, geography and fiscal realities.
Vice President Curzio was recognized by colleagues for leading the effort; the board approved the resolution by voice vote. The resolution will be used as an advocacy letter from the district to state leaders asking for refinements to implementation timelines and support for districts with rural or geographically dispersed transportation needs.
The board recorded unanimous-ish support in the meeting for the motion as presented and moved on to subsequent agenda items.
