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School District Boosts Pay and Propane | Portland Maine News

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Regional School Unit 73 just approved landmark three-year contracts for bus drivers, custodians, and office staff — retroactive to July — with annual raises that will see drivers earning $29.54/hour by 2028-29. The move aims to fill critical vacancies and stabilize essential roles, while the district also upgrades its fleet with propane-powered buses and heating systems, plus new bus stop signage across all three towns. Meanwhile, Adult Education is launching a popular CDL program this month, drawing strong interest. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://www.newscentermaine.com/article/news/regional/the-maine-monitor/rsu-73-board-of-directors-unanimously-approves-contracts-for-bus-drivers-custodians-office-employees/97-c94ed17f-86f5-4fb1-8ea7-b953a9292a17 More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/bb496f884dc48c1f Report issues to [email protected].

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