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RSU 38 board approves lease‑purchase for two transportation vans
Summary
The RSU 38 board moved, seconded and voted by show of hands to award a lease‑purchase for two transportation vans, selecting Gorm Leasing Group as the financier; board members discussed vehicle type, passenger capacity and accessibility before approving the motion.
The RSU 38 board approved a lease‑purchase to acquire two vans for the transportation department and selected Gorm Leasing Group as the recommended financing institution.
A motion to approve the lease‑purchase was moved and seconded; board members asked procedural questions about the lease term (answered: four years) and the vehicle type (Toyota Sienna was mentioned), and discussed whether the vans would be hybrids and their passenger capacity (estimates discussed ranged from seven to nine). Presenters noted the vans do not include a ramp; the district will continue to use its special‑purpose bus for wheelchair accessibility needs.
The motion was approved by a show‑of‑hands vote. The presenters said the firm selected offered a lower interest rate and modest interest savings for the district. Details such as exact passenger capacity and ramp configuration were noted as to‑be‑confirmed in follow‑up documentation.
What’s next: Staff will finalize lease documentation and provide follow‑up details about vehicle specification, passenger seating capacity and whether future purchases should prioritize hybrid models or other fuel‑efficiency options for long‑term savings.
