“I would put Vegas money down that if we make this change we will see an improvement in the lives of children in Fairfax County,” McLaughlin said.
Yes, she really said that.
http://www.fairfaxtimes.com/article/20140716/NEWS/140719523/1117/superintendent-garza-endorses-plan-for-later-high-school-start-times&template=fairfaxTimes
Sadly, it's our money she is wagering, not funny money.
$5.5 million up front, mostly for 46 new buses.
$1.15 million annual recurring costs for drivers (46 x $25,000).
$414,000 annual recurring costs for bus maintenance (46 x $9,000).
That's a pretty hefty bet.
I'd bet Vegas money that you have no plan on where to park these buses.
How about a cost-benefit analysis, School Board people?