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Survey, town halls show mixed views on SROs; district outlines $377,000 plan and next steps
Summary
Washington Unified presented survey and town‑hall feedback on a proposed school resource officer program and described an initial $377,000 allocation while receiving community concern about equity, training and alternatives.
The Washington Unified School District presented results of a recent community and staff survey and town‑hall meetings on April 10 regarding a proposed school resource officer (SRO) program and next steps for enhancing campus safety.
District leaders and police partners said $377,000 is budgeted to implement one SRO position in partnership with the West Sacramento Police Department, but town‑hall participants and public commenters raised concerns about training, equity, disproportionate impacts and alternatives such as campus monitors, restroom monitoring and detector technology.
Dr. Jay Burns, director of special programs and student services, summarized survey results from…
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