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Board approves $28,130 grant match request for new school resource officer position
Summary
The board approved a $28,130 match from unobligated general‑fund balance to support an SRO grant application that would fund an additional officer to fully staff school resource officer positions at Amherst County schools.
The Amherst County Board of Supervisors on Sept. 2 approved a $28,130 match from the unobligated general‑fund balance to support a sheriff’s office grant application for an additional school resource officer (SRO).
Sheriff Ayers told the board that expansion of high‑school facilities would increase coverage needs and that adding a second officer at the high school would require authorization of an 11th SRO position countywide. The grant decision is expected in October; the board approved the requested match so the sheriff may submit the application.
Why it matters: The SRO program affects school safety coverage countywide. The sheriff said the match would allow the department to seek funding to add a second officer at the high school to address increased square footage and student population.
Board action: Supervisor Adams moved to fund the grant match of $28,130 from the unobligated general‑fund balance; the motion passed by voice vote.
What’s next: The sheriff’s office will submit the grant application and expects an October award decision. If awarded, the county will finalize the position and funding arrangements.
