The major purpose of the school system's transportation
services is to aid students in getting to and from school in an efficient,
safe, and economical manner.
The school system may
contract for transportation services. The contracts will be awarded on a
competitive bid basis by the School Committee. Bus contractors and taxi
contractors, who will be held responsible for the safe operation of school
buses, will comply with all applicable state laws and regulations, including,
but not limited to:
The Superintendent, working with the bus
contractor and other appropriate administrators, will be responsible for
establishing bus schedules, routes, stops, and all other matters relative to
the transportation program.
M.G.L. 40:5; 71:7A, B and
C; 71:37D; 71:48A; 71:68; 71:71A; 71B:4; 71B:5; 71B:8; 74:8A; 76:1;76:12Bi;
76:14