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Transportation supervisor recommends surplusing idle buses, buying ADA van and a new 84‑passenger bus
Summary
District transportation supervisor told the board the district can gain about $7,000 by selling an underused bus and recommended buying a 10‑passenger ADA van and an 84‑passenger International bus to better match route needs and parts availability.
Nate, the transportation supervisor, outlined an asset‑management plan to surplus underused vehicles and reinvest proceeds in a more suitable fleet mix.
He said one wheelchair bus has low utilization and a midsized spare is rarely used; selling some vehicles would create room to buy two 84‑passenger spare buses and two 72‑passenger units, plus a 10‑passenger ADA van for small group transport. Nate said selling a particular bus would yield approximately $7,000 more than the district originally paid and argued an International chassis provides easier parts access via a closer dealer (Eugene) compared with other makes.
Board members asked about brand preference; Nate said comparative features and dealer proximity drove the recommendation and that the new bus includes a one‑time free fill and parts availability was a factor.
Next steps: if the board approves the surpluses and purchases, staff will proceed with procurement and fleet adjustments.
