McMinnville, Tennessee – A school transportation contractor plans layoffs affecting 79 workers, prompting a formal state filing.
According to the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development, Durham School Services submitted a WARN notice on April 10 detailing a permanent closure tied to its Warren County operations. The filing indicates the affected site is located at 126 Middle School Drive in McMinnville.
The notice states that a total of 79 employees will be impacted, with layoffs scheduled to take effect on June 5. The WARN Act requires employers to provide advance notice for significant workforce reductions or closures, giving workers and local agencies time to prepare for economic impacts.
Durham School Services provides student transportation, and the closure may affect bus drivers, aides, and support staff connected to the district’s school system. It is not immediately clear how transportation services will be adjusted following the layoffs.
State officials noted the filing was shared with workforce and economic development leaders, including local and regional agencies, to coordinate potential assistance for displaced workers. Programs may include job placement services, retraining opportunities, and unemployment support.
For students and young workers, the change may also impact part-time or entry-level employment tied to school transportation services.
Further details about the closure or replacement services have not yet been released.
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