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School bus driver asks Lake Oswego district to meet with transportation contractor over behavior and safety on buses
Summary
CJ McNulty, a school bus driver speaking during public comment, urged the district to convene district staff, bus drivers and Student Transportation of America to address on‑bus behavior, noise and driver workload, citing Oregon administrative rules for pupil conduct on buses.
CJ McNulty, a school bus driver who said he works for Student Transportation of America, told the board he is asking for a collaborative meeting with district staff and a small group of drivers to discuss on‑bus behavior and operational supports. McNulty said his yard is 'swamped' and the district needs to explore joint solutions with drivers and families.
McNulty pointed the board to an Oregon administrative rule that lists conduct expectations for pupils on buses (seat assignments, remaining seated, prohibition on fighting/boisterous activity) and said high noise levels can make it difficult to hear two‑way radios and maintain safe operations. He asked whether the district would be willing to sit down with STA representatives and drivers to seek collaborative approaches, including parent engagement and possible targeted supports for middle‑ and elementary‑school routes.
