The board recognizes that it has a role in reducing environmental pollutants and in assisting students and others be free from pollutants that may impact their respiratory health. Unnecessary vehicle idling emits pollutants and wastes fuel. The board directs the superintendent, in conjunction with the Director of Transportation, to work on administrative regulations to implement this policy and reduce school vehicle idling time.
NOTE: For more detailed discussion of this issue, see IASB's Policy Primer, Vol. 19 #8- January 8, 2007.
Legal References: Iowa Code §279.8
Cross References: 403 Employee Health and Well-Being
507 Student Health and Well-Being
711 Transportation
Approved August 15, 2022 Reviewed Revised
