McKenzie district signs “Split-Load” deal with loggers

FINN ROCK: One solution to the challenge of hiring and retaining bus drivers – locally and regionally – got underway this month. Dubbed “Split-Load,” the new program has more than doubled the number of district vehicles on the road and provided a new income source for school financing. “In addition, it has created a new training program for students,” according to a press release from the district, “as well as taking some of the stigma away from those who are seen riding a ‘short bus.’”

On routes extending to the Leaburg Canal,

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