AUGUST 2021 | CONTENTS
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COVER STORY
14 BusGates Fights Against Stop-Arm Violations
After successfully leading a lobbying effort to allow pilot programs in Illinois , the creators of BusGates say districts nationwide can save lives with stop-arm fixed extenders
FEATURES
18 Spec ’ ing the Right Bus Wash System for Your School District
This section explores the best practices behind spec ’ ing bus wash systems , the influence of technology , environmental concerns , and maintenance
21 Speaking Up … Speaking Out for Safety
Stand up for safety , above and beyond other considerations
By Peter Mannella
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23 Student Safety Solutions
In this special section , experts and providers of onboard solutions provide insight on the technology and best practices for providing the safest trips possible , to and from school
26 Exclusive Interview : Trish Reed of IC Bus
Trish Reed , vice president / general manager of IC Bus at Navistar provided her insight on the most significant industry developments of the past five years , speculated on future developments , and outlined how IC Bus plans to meet these changes head-on
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30 Why is There Litigation in Student Transportation ?
Lessons from the experts By Linda F . Bluth , Ed . D
DEPARTMENTS 8 DISPATCH
COLUMNS
6 FROM THE EDITOR IN CHIEF By Richard G . Tackett
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