Photos: Skill in reverse is but one challenge
The Enterprise — Jo E. Prout
The Bus Operator Roadeo held last Thursday saw 28 drivers compete on a rigid, scored course that consisted of 10 driving challenges, according to Rick Vines, center, the director of risk management for the Capital District Transportation Authority. Drivers and spectators watched the event held at Crossgates Mall, including Mike Viscusi, left, of Schenectady, who said that he has four years experience and would compete for the first time. First place went to Samuel Vangersammy, an operator for seven years. Reyaad Waxali, with four years of experience, placed second; Robert Rzeszuto, with 29 years of experience, placed third; and Manuel Ovalle, with five years of experience, placed fourth.
The Enterprise — Jo E. Prout
Close call: Guilderland Police Officer Bill Dvorscak serves observes a Capital District Transportation Authority (CDTA) bus as it backs up to two traffic cones as part of the 30th annual Bus Operator Roadeo competition held Thursday, June 11, at Crossgates Mall. Dvorscak and other local law-enforcement officials volunteered time as judges and assessed contestants’ driving skills, knowledge of safety rules, and time performance.