Hillsborough County Public Schools Information and Technology
Action Item

DATE: Tuesday, July 14, 2009
TO: School Board Members
FROM: MaryEllen Elia, Superintendent

SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS

Approve Agreement to Provide Two Surplus School Buses and Driver Training Services for the Museum of Science and Industry, Inc. (MOSI) for Their Employees to Transport Students on Field Trips to MOSI

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

In order to bolster attendance and participation at MOSI, two surplus buses are being issued for a period of one year. MOSI will be required to provide their own drivers with the Transportation Department supporting training.

ANNUAL DISTRICT GOAL(S) AND CRITICAL SUCCESS FACTOR(S)

* Demonstrate "best practices" in all aspects of safety including students, employees, visitors, facilities, transportation, and health

FINANCIAL IMPACT (Budgeted: No)

MOSI is required to finance bus maintenance, training, and OTETA testing.

EVALUATION

SUBMITTED BY:

John A. Franklin
General Manager
(813) 982-5511
David J. Steele, Ph.D.
Chief Information and Technology Officer
(813) 272-4600
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