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St. Helens board votes to re-establish school resource officer at high school, approves IGA with city
Summary
The board approved an intergovernmental agreement with the City of St. Helens to place one school resource officer (SRO) at St. Helens High School beginning August 2025 at an annual cost of $170,000; the board and public discussed the officer's duties, hiring timeline, training and reporting responsibilities.
The St. Helens School District board voted to re-establish a school resource officer position at St. Helens High School by approving an intergovernmental agreement with the City of St. Helens and the St. Helens Police Department. Acting Superintendent Scott Webb told the board the district plans a one-off officer at the high school beginning in August 2025 and estimated the annual cost at $170,000.
Why it matters: Public commenters and board members framed the SRO as part of a broader response to recent safety concerns. Supporters said a trained officer can be a trusted resource and deterrent, while others urged clarity on mandatory…
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