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education1 year ago

"JCPS Transportation Changes Spark Community Concern and Calls for Superintendent's Removal"

Jefferson County Public Schools board members have approved changes to start times for at least two dozen public schools, aiming to end bus transportation for most magnet schools and consolidate all schools to three start times: 7:40, 8:40, or 9:40 a.m. The district has struggled with efficiency and getting students to school on time, prompting the decision to streamline start times. Specific time slots for each school have not been announced, and some schools may move to a different time slot.

via Courier Journal|
#education#jcps#jefferson-county
education1 year ago

"JCPS Considers Solutions to Address Bus Driver Shortage and Potential Service Cuts"

Jefferson County Public Schools is considering a new transportation plan to address a severe bus driver shortage, with options including eliminating transportation for some students, operating central hubs for magnet and traditional schools, or maintaining the current system. The district's analysis indicates that only the option to provide transportation for resident students would reduce the number of routes and alleviate bus delays, but it comes with its own challenges. With the shortage expected to worsen next year, the board will make a final decision in March, while also exploring driver retention and recruitment efforts.

via WDRB|
#bus-driver-shortage#education#jcps
transportation1 year ago

"2026 World Cup: NJ Transit's Plan, Economic Impact, and Stadium Preparations"

NJ Transit plans to operate an enhanced service, including a proposed Transitway route, to transport fans to the 2026 FIFA World Cup games at MetLife Stadium, aiming to avoid past transportation failures during major events. The success of this plan will rely on a combination of existing infrastructure and new initiatives, with the goal of efficiently moving large crowds to and from the stadium.

via NJ.com|
#event-logistics#metlife-stadium#nj-transit
education2 years ago

Navigating the JCPS Bus Route: Our Experience Revealed

Jefferson County Public Schools' new transportation plan faced significant challenges on the first day of school, leading to class cancellations for six days. A test drive of one bus route revealed that the assigned routes were nearly impossible to complete on time. The drivers faced confusing or incorrect directions, missing or illegible street signs, and limited opportunities for U-turns. The test drive also highlighted the inefficiencies of the route, with students arriving late at multiple schools. The afternoon shift showed that following an experienced driver's route improved efficiency, but traffic delays and other variables still caused significant delays. Overall, the test drive concluded that many of the routes were unrealistic to complete within the allotted time, and even without students or major problems, the test drive experienced repeated lateness and stress.

via 89.3 WFPL News Louisville|
#bus-transportation#education#jcps
education2 years ago

Pittsburgh Public Schools Implements New Start Times and Transportation Plan

Some Pittsburgh Public Schools will be changing their start times for the 2023-2024 school year as part of a new transportation plan approved by the school board. High school students will start 25 minutes later, while other schools will see adjustments ranging from 5 to 30 minutes. The changes aim to address the impact of the national school bus driver shortage and provide more learning opportunities for teachers. No school's end time will exceed 3:55 p.m. The first day of school for all Pittsburgh Public School students is August 28.

via WTAE Pittsburgh|
#education#pittsburgh-public-schools#school-board
sports2 years ago

A's ballpark plans face criticism and setbacks.

The Oakland Athletics have commissioned a traffic study to increase travel in the area surrounding the Tropicana site, where the team would build a $1.5 billion, 30,000-seat ballpark if their public funding bill is approved. The plan includes multimodal options such as ride-hailing companies, walking, and a game-day bus service. The Boring Company’s planned Vegas Loop already has land-use approval for the Tropicana site, allowing local fans to park at various resorts and for visitors at those properties to travel to and from the stadium via the underground transportation system. The traffic plan notes that the stadium would be heavily supported by fans walking to and from the stadium from the various surrounding resorts.

via Las Vegas Review-Journal|
#las-vegas#oakland-athletics#sports
politics2 years ago

Minnesota Legislature Approves Transportation Package with Gas Tax Hike.

The Minnesota Legislature faces a midnight deadline to finish the 2023 session after passing major elements of the DFL-authored budget plan, including a transportation plan that brings a higher gas tax, a boosted metro sales tax, and a new delivery fee to pay for projects. The broader tax bill will mean $260 rebates for many taxpayers and their dependents, up to $1,300 back in a household. Republicans opposed the bill over tax increases on some investors and multinational companies, while Democrats defended the DFL approach, saying taxes are the cost of living in a society.

via MPR News|
#budget-plan#minnesota-legislature#politics