Presenter says zero‑emission bus mandate will be unaffordable without state changes
Dr. Timmons warned that the state mandate to convert school buses to zero emissions by the late 2020s would create major cost and infrastructure challenges for a small rural district, and urged legislators to seek a delay or additional funding.
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During the presentation, Dr. Timmons highlighted a statewide requirement for districts to transition to zero‑emission buses and said the mandate presents significant cost and infrastructure obstacles for Boquet Valley CSD. He told the board the district lacks both the capital and electrical capacity to convert its entire fleet on the required timeline without substantial outside funding or a delayed mandate.
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