Agenda Item
vi. Rebate Grant Acceptance from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) (Not to exceed $8,725,000) ~ Updated 1.10.2025
Summary: Presented by: Mrs. Jennifer Caracciolo, Deputy Chief Communications Officer, Division of Community Engagement & Innovative Partnerships, 678.676.0409
Request: It is requested that the Board of Education accept the rebate grant of $8,725,000 from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for their 2023 Clean School Bus Rebates Program.
Why: To allow the DeKalb County School District to purchase new electric buses, eligible charging infrastructure, and other eligible expenses.
Details: DCSD’s Grants and Partnership Department applied for and received this grant to support district expenses.
Financial impact: The school district will use federal funds instead of state or local funds to cover the cost of the buses and support system.
Contact: Mrs. Jennifer Caracciolo, Deputy Chief Communications Officer, Division of Community Engagement & Innovative Partnerships, 678.676.0409
Effective: Upon Board Approval