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Board approves enhanced SRO coordinator role to support student safety and family liaison work
Summary
The board approved an enhanced school resource officer (SRO) program coordinator position intended to serve as a liaison for student safety and family issues; members clarified the coordinator will not supervise other SROs and jurisdiction remains with city police.
The Willoughby-Eastlake City Schools Board voted 5-0 March 9 to create an enhanced SRO program coordinator position designed to strengthen coordination between the district and city police on student safety and related student‑support issues.
Board members sought clarification about the coordinator’s responsibilities. The board was told the coordinator would not have supervisory authority over other SROs and that jurisdictional authority remains with the employing police department. The role was described as a district point of contact to help manage student-related incidents and to liaise with families.
The motion to approve item 10A passed by roll call with all five board members voting in favor. Supporters emphasized the position is intended to improve communication and student support while preserving sworn‑officer command structures within the police departments.
