District-owned or leased vehicles will not be loaned, leased, or subcontracted to any person, groups of persons, or organizations except as allowed by law and subject to Board approval. District vehicles will be used in accordance with Board policy and applicable laws.
Cost and long-term energy efficiency will be considered when reviewing transportation options for the District. The Superintendent will perform an analysis of cost and efficiency for transportation. An annual report will be provided to the Board's Finance Committee.
No public funds may be spent by the Board to hire, rent, or lease any form of transportation to be used by any scholar, school employee, patron, or any organization to transport anyone to or from a religious activity.
Liability
All school vehicles will be adequately insured.
Safety
Every bus driver will have authority and responsibility for the passengers riding in school buses.
Safety Inspection
All school vehicles will be inspected annually prior to the opening of school.
Records
Every driver of District vehicles will keep accurate records pertaining to each vehicle assigned to them.
Licensing of Drivers
Michigan laws and regulations of the Michigan Department of Education set standards for the physical fitness, competence, experience, training, and proper licensing of school bus drivers.
The Superintendent will ensure that these legal requirements and regulations are complied with strictly.
School Bus Safety Program
The Superintendent will develop school bus safety rules for bus drivers and scholars.
