Richard Froese
South Peace News
High Prairie School Division board expresses concerns about motorists who drive by school buses stopped with flashing lights activated.
At its regular meeting Feb. 18, trustees discussed current initiatives and actions taken to reduce fly-bys and improve awareness, states an HPSD news release March 11.
The board also heard from Sheldon Bossert, director of transportation. He provided information to the board about red-light violations, bus idling times and plans to revive the Alberta Northwest School Bus Roadeo hosted by HPSD for many years.
The event was held from 2016-19 on the last Saturday of May and included 15-20 drivers from all other the zone with top drivers qualifying for the provincial finals.
Trustees also approved a motion to purchase four new camera surveillance systems for new buses that have been ordered.