Weston Schools Fire Busing Manager, Alleging Fuel Theft

WESTON, CT — The transportation coordinator for Weston Public Schools has been fired after allegations he was stealing fuel from the district.

According to emails sent to staff and families Tuesday morning from Superintendent of Schools William McKersie, David Lustberg was fired after an "investigation revealed that Mr. Lustberg, over a period of years, has repeatedly misappropriated fuel from the district." The matter had been reported to the Weston police, the email said, and Lustberg was also removed from his position as coach of the Weston High School softball team.

McKersie also indicated that a new system for managing transportation was being instituted by the district. The routes will now be coordinated by transportation company First Student, and interim special-education transportation coordinator Rachel Keneally.

The "new system is Weston-based" McKersie's email assured readers.