“I view NASDPTS role as being the major public policy influencer with regards to school transportation at the federal level. It’s the most important thing we do.”
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have to do what you believe is best for your members and student safety, even if there is not a consensus among your members. I think it’s a valid point, but I don’t think of myself as a bureaucrat. My job is to provide support and guidance at the state level to school districts. Having the knowledge to respond to questions has been the most valuable service I provide to school districts here in Nevada. Being a member of NASDPTS and attending the annual conference has provided the oppor- tunity to collaborate with other state directors which has provided invaluable access to knowledge, information and resources.
STN: In your opinion, what’s the
industry’s next “great debate?” Hollander: I’m not sure this is a
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seen a recent reshuffling of its executive board following Leon Langley’s resig- nation and your sooner-than-expected ascension to president. What challenges did that cause to you as well as the association? Hollander: Over the course of a year,
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