DURHAM, N.C. (WTVD) -- Dr. Mike Lee is not only the new Durham County Board Chair, but drives a school bus in his spare time.

"Driving in the mornings with the kids, that's the best part of my day," Lee said.

Durham Public Schools said he's been working with the Hamlin Road division to support student transportation needs as they continue to navigate the ongoing bus driver shortage.

Last year, the school district faced a 30% bus driver vacancy rate, meaning 59 positions were vacant as of Oct. 2024, according to documents.

On Wednesday, DPS gave Eyewitness News an update on where things stand.

A DPS spokesperson released the following statement, that said in part:

" Durham Public Schools Transportation Services continues to make significant efforts to recruit, hire, and retain q

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