School District 59 Defers Transportation Review Measures
School District 59 postpones several planned bus route changes slated for September 2014 after an Oct 23 board meeting in Chetwynd. A $750,000 provincial cut triggered a 2013 transportation review that led to in town bus fees, with remaining 2014 savings measures now deferred due to a stronger than expected financial position. Judy Clavier urged holding further budget actions.
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Chetwynd
Board of Education
Judy Clavier
Area Five
Kathy Sawchuk
District pauses transportation plan amid extra provincial funding
School District 59 halts planned measures including a $400,000 tax referendum and route 57 closure as it uses a province gift and 1.5 percent annual funding rise to review transportation options. Officials warn decisions may resume after December budget review and ongoing route assessments.
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Clavier
Ministry of Education