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Commissioners adopt SafeSport-based recreation policy requiring SBI background checks for youth-facing staff and volunteers
Summary
The board adopted a recreation department policy that implements state-required SBI background checks and recommends SafeSport training and protocols for staff and volunteers who work with minors; implementation will align with the next sports season and requires coordination with HR and department directors.
The Mitchell County Board of Commissioners adopted a new recreation department policy that requires state-style SBI background checks for individuals who work with children in county-run programs and incorporates SafeSport protocols for training and abuse-prevention practices.
County attorney Gore Eggers told the board the General Assembly enacted a requirement effective Oct. 1 that background checks for people working with youth be conducted by the SBI, and he recommended adopting SafeSport’s prevention and…
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