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The Current State of Optimization
Rhode Island’s model of efficient and cost- effective student transportation service relies on an innovative out-of-district transportation option reliant on partnership and customer service.
APRIL 2017 VOLUME 26 ISSUE 04
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It’s a Gas!
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Say goodbye to antiquated transportation department tools such as string, grease pencils and push-pins as route optimization software is the new mainstay.
School districts are increasingly experimenting with alternatives, especially propane, to power their school buses. And is the option of gasoline making a comeback?
NEWEST TYPE-A BODY MANUFACTURER A TITAN (BUS)
REDUCED RISK REAPS GREATEST REWARDS IN SCHOOL BUSING
PUBLIC, PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS DRIVE DOWN COSTS
ON THE COVER April 2017 A theme this month is public-private partnerships that
Optimal Service
Rhode Island and private partners overhaul statewide out-of-service transportation for a range of student populations and $12 million in savings
Pictured: Transpar Group’s Andy Forsyth & Nicole Martin
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Optimization the 21st Century Way
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drive operational efficiencies and cost savings for student transportation operations. Our cover story looks to New England to uncover a fresh, common-sense partnership between the Rhode Island Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, the Transpar Group and two school bus contractors that so far has saved at least $12 million. Photo Courtesy of: James Johnson
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