Summary
Sheriff Cox confirmed the county is moving toward having a school resource officer in every school by next school year, requiring accelerated recruiting.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jul 28, 2026.
Impact analysis
Not quantified in the meeting; hiring four vacancies remain with a new academy class starting.
Students, families, and school staff gain safety coverage and mentoring relationships.
Mentions & discussions (4)
Regular Meeting of the Board of County Commissioners - Jul 28, 2026
Two new deputies were sworn in, one assigned as a school resource officer, as the Sheriff pushes to have an SRO in every county school this year.
Fiscal Year 2027 Commissioners Operating and Capital Budget Public Hearing - May 12, 2026
The budget funds six new school resource officers, bringing the program to 22 officers and full coverage of every county school starting next school year.
Fiscal Year 2027 Staff Recommended Budget Public Hearing - Mar 24, 2026
The budget adds six SROs so every county school has one, plus a recruiter and 52 sheriff's vehicles. The sheriff also made a personal pitch for a new crime lab and better deputy pay, which remain open questions.
Regular Meeting of the Board of County Commissioners - Mar 17, 2026
Sheriff Cox confirmed the county is moving toward having a school resource officer in every school by next school year, requiring accelerated recruiting.
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