This document is written in an effort to urge commuter colleges and universities to use their technical expertise in solving the automobile problem, which adds to the congestion and pollution in college communities. It has become a necessity that colleges and universities begin to explore ways to offer a variety of less expensive transportation…

The savings were effected in the areas of transportation, maintenance, and operations. (IRT)

General conclusions are that, although resident and commuter students are similar in many respects, there are differences between them. However, commuters are not clearly disadvantaged in any respect. Subgroups of commuters differ more from each other than from resident students, and therefore commuters should be considered a heterogeneous group.…

Describes a procedure that establishes transportation contract service rates without the time and anguish of long meetings. (Author/MLF)

While the appearance of a school bus is important, it is often overlooked. The problem has been economically solved in one school district. (Author/MLF)

Introduces a computer program for school bus routing. (MLF)

Arguments for and against the installation of seat belts in school buses are discussed. (DF)

Presents factual data on research in school bus safety that shows that seat belts in school buses may actually be detrimental to students. Includes data from surveys and research tests and sources for additional information on seat belts in school buses. (MD)

Outlines two case histories of schools districts that have used microcomputers in the planning and management of pupil transportation systems. Using microcomputers in transportation planning is new and most effective in smaller, rural districts. (MD)

Outlines the development of the National Minimum Standard Conferences. The major purpose of these conferences has been recommendations regarding standards and operations for school buses. (MD)

This guide was designed as a reference for school administrators in special education and transportation to help them in arranging for and providing special transportation for students with disabilities. The guide has four chapters that examine: (1) questions often asked about a school district's responsibility for special transportation; (2)…

Lists several safety features for school buses and their approximate costs. School districts often miss out on these features if they operate under a low-bid-takes-all purchasing system. (Author/WM)

Use-tested guidelines for school bus fleet management in the Jericho, New York, school district. (RA)