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Council approves MOUs to pursue statewide School Resource Officer grant covering 14 schools
Summary
An agency official told the council the state SRO grant can provide up to $75,000 per year per school; with 14 qualifying schools the total maximum award is $1,050,000 annually. Council approved MOUs to apply for the grant.
Council approved memoranda of understanding July 23 that the city must execute with local education authorities to apply for a statewide School Resource Officer (SRO) grant.
An agency official described the program and application requirements, saying local law enforcement must submit the application and an MOU with education partners. "Local law enforcement agencies are eligible to apply for funding not to exceed $75,000 per year per school," the presenter said, and noted the department identified 14 qualifying schools, yielding a potential total award of $1,050,000 annually. The presenter added it is not known how long the program will be available.
Council moved, seconded and approved the MOUs by roll call. Staff said the grant would fund full-time, post-certified SRO positions in eligible K–12 public and public charter schools if awarded.
