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Lindsay ISD approves $158,000 purchase of 72‑passenger International bus
Summary
The board approved purchasing a new International 72‑passenger bus for $158,000 to replace a route vehicle and maintain fleet capacity. The motion passed 7‑0; transportation staff noted new buses must be purchased from Texas dealers.
Trustees approved the purchase of a new International 72‑passenger bus at a cost of $158,000 during the Dec. 17 meeting.
Superintendent Steve Cope presented the item, noting the bus is intended to replace a route vehicle and ensure the district maintains sufficient fleet capacity. Chris Garner made the motion to approve; Jacob Fuhrmann seconded and the motion passed 7‑0. Transportation Director Tom Huston told the board that any new buses must be purchased from Texas dealers because out‑of‑state regulations differ.
The minutes do not record which specific bus will be retired; the board’s action authorized staff to proceed with procurement within the terms brought forward at the meeting.
