HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution No. R21-71RESOLUTION NO. R21-71
A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO SIGN AN AGREEMENT
WITH LAUREL PUBLIC SCHOOLS, DISTRICT 7 AND 7-70,
CONTINUING THE SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER (SRO) PROGRAM
FOR THE LAUREL MIDDLE SCHOOL.
WHEREAS, the City of Laurel and the Laurel Public Schools desire to continue its School
Resource Officer Program; and
WHEREAS, the attached agreement outlines the general terms and conditions of the
program.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Laurel,
Montana,
That the Mayor is authorized to sign the attached agreement with the Laurel Public Schools,
District 7 and 7-70, to continue the School Resource Officer Program for the Laurel Middle
School.
Introduced at a regular meeting of the City Council on August 24, 2021, by Council
Member Klose.
2021.
PASSED and APPROVED by the City Council of the City of Laurel this 24a' day of August
APPROVED by the Mayor this 24a' day of August 2021.
CITY OF LAUREL
Thomas C Nelson, Mayor
Bethany
Approved
Sam S. Painter, Civil City Attorney
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AGREEMENT
STATEMENT OF GENERAL TERMS & CONDITIONS
This Agreement is entered into this V day of July, 2021, by and between the City of Laurel,
hereinafter referred to as the City and the Laurel Public Schools, District 7 & 7-70, hereinafter referred to
as the District, as follows:
WITNESSETH
For and in consideration of the mutual promises, terms, covenants, and conditions set forth herein,
the parties agree as follows:
1. Purpose of Agreement: The purpose of this Agreement is for the City to assign one law
enforcement officer and necessary equipment to the District for the School Resource Officer
program. The City law enforcement officer (hereinafter referred to as "SRO") will be assigned to
Laurel Middle School. The SRO will work with the school administrators to assist with the
District's tobacco, alcohol, other drug, and law-related education, maintain a peaceful campus
environment and take appropriate action regarding on -campus or school related criminal activity.
2. Term: The term of this Agreement shall be from July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022.
3. Termination: This Agreement may be terminated with or without cause by either party upon 30
days' prior written notice.
4. Relationship of Parties:
a. The City shall have the status of an independent contractor'for purposes of this Agreement.
The SRO assigned to the District shall be considered the employee of the City and shall be
subject to its control and supervision.
b. The Chief of Police and the Superintendent will evaluate the program throughout the year
in order to ensure that the program is meeting expectations. Following the close of the
school year, they will prepare a summary report on the year's operations and provide any
recommendations for changes. This report will be reviewed by both the City Council and
the School Board.
C. The SRO will be subject to current procedures in effect for the City law enforcement
officers, including attendance at all mandated training and testing to maintain officer
certification.
d. This Agreement is not intended to and will not constitute, create, give rise to, or otherwise
recognize a joint venture, partnership, or formal business association or organization of
any kind between the parties, and the rights and obligations of the parties shall be only
those expressly set forth in this Agreement.
5. Costs: The District shall pay the City the sum of $69,661.74 to employ and equip the SRO as
provided herein. The city clerk/treasurer and district clerk will develop a semi-aimual payment
schedule on behalf of each party.
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Further, the City agrees to pay all:
a. Overtime costs;
b. Non -school related expenses related to or resulting from law enforcement related activities,
such as criminal investigations and court appearances; and
C. Costs relating to vehicle and insurance.
6. SRO General Responsibilities:
a. Work in concert with the school administrators.
b. Assist the administrators in providing a program to address tobacco, alcohol, and other
drug issues, violence prevention, and safety issues in the school community.
C. Act as a communication liaison with law enforcement agencies regarding needed
information concerning students on campuses served by the SRO.
d. Take the steps the SRO deems appropriate and consistent with law enforcement's duty,
when a crime occurs on or off campus.
e. Work with students, families, and staff to build an understanding of the role of law
enforcement in the community and to establish a productive level of interaction and rapport
with those groups.
Refer students and/or their families to the appropriate agencies for assistance when a need
is determined.
g. When applicable and appropriate, maintain contact with students to insure compliance to
conditions imposed by the court, school, parents/guardians, and/or Department of Family
Services. This would include reporting to these entities and be actively involved in
formulating problem solving strategies in each case.
h. Other such responsibilities as may be mutually agreed to by the City and District.
7. Time and Place of Performance: The City will endeavor to assure that the SRO will be available
for duty at the assigned campus each day that school is in session during the regular school year.
The District understands that there may be times when the SRO is needed off -campus due to
emergency law enforcement activities or court appearances.
8. District Responsibilities: The District will provide the SRO an office and such equipment as is
necessary at the assigned school(s) to include a telephone, filing space capable of being secured,
and a ces omputer.
Board—Cl6ir, Dist. #7&7-70 Dae as C Nelson, Mayoi Da e
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