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Lytx Honors Salter Transportation's Julie Greene as Driver of the Year

Veteran school bus driver Julie Greene is celebrated for 26 years of safe driving, reliability, and dedication to her students.

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Julie Greene was named Lytx Driver of the Year for her exemplary 2024 driving record, marked by zero violations and consistent safe driving.

Photo: Beacon Mobility / School Bus Fleet

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This week, Beacon Mobility congratulated Julie Greene of Salter Transportation after she was named Lytx's Driver of the Year in the Transit / Motor Coach (Drivers) category.

Greene, a school bus driver in the New England area for over 26 years, has earned a reputation as one of the safest and most respected drivers in the Salter family. According to a company release, Greene has maintained a flawless safety record with zero preventable accidents, logged countless miles on the road, and missed only three days of work in more than two decades of service.

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"Julie's dedication to her students and her craft is truly extraordinary," said Maryann Kocur, vice president of operations at Salter Transportation. "For more than 26 years, she has shown up — day in and day out — with an unwavering commitment to safety, reliability, and care. Her perfect safety record speaks volumes, but so does the way her students light up when they see her."

Her reliability makes an impact on students, who often bring her handmade cards and drawings, small gestures that reflect the trust she's built over the years.

"In my 26 years as a school bus driver, it's always been more than just a job — it moves my soul," Greene said. "The connection I share with my community and with the kids I transport has been both a privilege and an honor. We carry the most precious cargo, we are needed, and we make a difference in a child's life every day. I know the importance of my role, and I take it to heart every single day."

Lytx Driver of the Year Award Highlights Commitment to Safety

The Lytx Driver of the Year Award honors drivers who demonstrate exceptional safety, skill, and service. Greene's recognition was based on her 2024 driving performance, including detailed telematics and video data that showed consistently safe maneuvering, zero speed violations, and an absence of risky driving behaviors.

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Award judges also considered Greene's mileage record, absence of law enforcement citations, and positive contributions to the community.

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"At Beacon Mobility, our mission is to ensure every passenger reaches their destination safely and with dignity — and Julie embodies that mission in every way," said Judith Crawford, CEO of Beacon Mobility. "Her professionalism, compassion, and remarkable record set the standard for excellence across our entire organization. We are proud to have her on our team and thrilled to see her recognized with such a prestigious honor."

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