Paul Medina was instrumental in establishing the minimum school bus safety standards for the state of Colorado after the 1971 tragedy. Many other states have adopted these standards that are known as "The Gunnison Package". These safety standards remain in effect to this day.

The manufacturing improvements include reinforced roof and sidewall frame structure with extensive riveting and improved transmission, braking, and other mechanical features. Our foundation is honored to select an annual Paul Medina Safe Bus Driver Award recipient for bus drivers who carry on Paul's commitment to keeping our children and grandchildren as safe as humanly possible. Thank you, thank you, thank you, Paul Medina!