Board Approves Updated School Resource Officer Agreement
Casey-Westfield Board of Education Meeting | Jan. 26, 2026
Article Summary: The Casey-Westfield School Board approved an updated intergovernmental agreement with the City of Casey Police Department regarding the School Resource Officer (SRO) program. This agreement governs the partnership between the municipality and the district for school safety.
SRO Agreement Key Points:
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Partnership Renewal: The agreement formally updates the relationship between the district and the City of Casey Police Department.
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Vote: The motion passed with a unanimous vote from the members present.
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Scope: The document governs the School Resource Officer position within the district.
The Casey-Westfield Board of Education on Monday, January 26, 2026, voted to approve an updated intergovernmental agreement with the City of Casey Police Department.
The agreement governs the School Resource Officer (SRO) stationed within the school district. Board member Jason Sharp made the motion to approve the agreement, which was seconded by Board Secretary Becky Clement.
Upon roll call, the measure passed with “yea” votes from members Sharp, Lisa Huddlestun, Clement, Erin Fain, Tracy Gelb, Mike Fouty, and Shane Todd.
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