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District reports bus service running smoothly; 13 electric buses ordered

Pendleton School District 16 Board of Directors · September 3, 2024
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Summary

Matt Yoshioka reported that busing has gone smoothly despite late route information, ridership is steady, and the district has ordered 13 electric buses.

Matt Yoshioka updated the board on student transportation at the Sept. 3 work session. He said the district received routes late this year but that First Student, Inc. and district staff have already met to set a timeline for next year. Yoshioka described current ridership as largely unchanged from recent years.

He also told the board that "Thirteen electric buses have been ordered," signaling a fleet change toward electric vehicles. The update was presented for information; the board took no formal action.

Staff indicated they will continue coordination with First Student and include transportation timelines in future planning.