As the former mayor of the rapidly growing Heber City community, I know the immense challenges local leaders face. How do we manage such growth while protecting the quality of life that drew us here in the first place? We spend countless hours talking about roads, water and sewer infrastructure, but there is one critical piece of public infrastructure that is ready for a long-term upgrade: the yellow school bus.

It’s time for school districts in Utah to accelerate the transition to electric school buses (ESBs). This isn’t just an environmental choice; it is a decision rooted in fiscal responsibility, public health and forward-thinking municipal planning.

For years, Utah communities have grappled with poor air quality . Vehicles are a major contributor, and the iconic yellow diesel bus,

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