As West Las Vegas Schools Superintendent, I support the road package currently going through the legislature. Here’s why.

Safety. Our school buses require efficient and reliable roads, as dangerous roads are a safety hazard.

Maintenance. When buses are forced to use substandard roads, it costs the district money to make repairs. This reduces funding available for student needs.



Reliability. When buses transport students to school or sporting events, reliable transportation is a must. Buses that get damaged by poorly maintained roads are not as reliable.

The legislature is currently working on passing a road package. The package includes a $1.5 billion bond for state highways and a special appropriation of $500 million that can be used for local roads.

I urge the legislature to fund the direly needed road package.

Christopher Gutierrez
Superintendent, West Las Vegas School District