The former president of the National Associationof State Directors of Pupil Transportation Services is assisting HIL Consultantswith transportation operations studies and reviews. Derek Graham served 21 years as state director of pupil transportationwith the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. Beginning his careerwith the Institute for Transportation Research and Education, he worked for 33years with computer routing, software support and all aspects of the pupiltransportation program in North Carolina including information systems, fundingformulas, as well as vehicle specifications, purchasing, maintenance,inspection and disposal. To secure his assistance with your transportationconcerns, please contact Hank Hurd at hhurd@hilconsultants.com.