PREPARED BY: BRIAN BUBAR DATE OF MEETING: 12/17/18
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RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN PABLO RATIFYING THE CITY MANAGER'S EXECUTION OF THE SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER FUNDING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE WEST CONTRA COSTA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT AND THE CITY OF SAN PABLO
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RECOMMENDATION
Recommendation
Adopt Resolution
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COMPLIANCE STATEMENTS
Youth Outreach/Cadet/Explorer/SRO Programs are adopted policies under the FY 2018-21 City Council Priority Work plan effective November 1, 2017.
CEQA Compliance Statement
This is not a project as defined by CEQA.
BACKGROUND
In November 2017, the WCCUSD Board of Directors passed the Positive School Climate Resolution No. 49-1718 to create welcoming, productive, and positive spaces for all members of the school community and improve outcomes for its students. The Resolution was the first step toward creating a District-wide, positive, relationship-based culture that is supportive of all members of WCCUSD that is grounded in Restorative Practices, Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports, and Trauma-Informed Practices.
The Police Department currently has a successful School Resource Officer (SRO) Program that includes two SRO's. The SRO's assigned to our community schools have the responsibility of working in an educational setting with youth and in partnership with educators, counselors and the various academic and social service providers on a campus setting. The Police Department is committed to working in partnership with the District, student and parent groups, community organizations, and additional stakeholders to continue to meet the goals and objectives of the Positive School Climate Resolution, while increasing safety on campus.
The duties of the School Resource Officer may include, but are not limited to the following:
1) Investigation of crimes or administrative referrals with consideration to the Positive School Climate Resolution No. 49-1718 as it relates to questioning, search...
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