| ITEM #: 1. DATE: 05/04/2026 AI #:3133 |
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CITY COUNCIL ACTION REPORT
| SUBJECT: | APPROVAL OF THREE INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENTS (IGAs) WITH AGUA FRIA UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 216 (AFUHSD) FOR SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER (SRO) SERVICES |
| STAFF PRESENTER(S): | Brian Issitt, Chief of Police |
SUMMARY
The city of Goodyear and Agua Fria Union High School District No. 216 (AFUHSD) wish to enter into three Intergovernmental Agreements (IGAs) to provide School Resource Officer (SRO) services to Goodyear High School, Millennium High School and Desert Edge High School. Under the terms of the agreement, the city will provide trained and certified law enforcement personnel to serve as SROs on school grounds. This partnership aims to ensure a safe learning environment by providing an on-campus police presence and fostering positive relationships between students and law enforcement.
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT
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RECOMMENDATION
Approve the three IGA's with AFUHSD for SRO services at Goodyear High School, Millenium High School and Desert Edge High School, and providing authorization and direction to the City Manager, or their designee, to take actions and execute the documents necessary to carry out the intent of the agreements. (Brian Issitt, Chief of Police)
FISCAL IMPACT
The Police Department's fiscal year (FY) 2027 base budget includes the full cost of the SRO program positions. During the school year, the SRO salary costs will be funded from the district operating budget, excluding holidays, breaks and summer vacations. Per the IGA's, Goodyear High School will pay 25% of the SRO's hourly rate plus benefits during the 10-month school year and will be invoiced quarterly. Millennium High School and Desert Edge High School will reimburse the city for 50% of the total cost associated with providing SRO services. Revenue from the school district is recorded into the General Fund.
BACKGROUND AND PREVIOUS ACTIONS
The Council was briefed on the Goodyear Police Department’s School Resource Officer Program during its Work Session on March 26, 2018. Since that time, the city has continued to support SRO programs in collaboration with educational institutions to promote safety and community engagement. These proposed IGAs continue that commitment by formalizing a partnership with AFUHSD's three high schools to provide ongoing SRO services.
STAFF ANALYSIS
The presence of a SRO on campus enhances school safety, promotes early intervention, and builds trust between students and law enforcement. Shared funding reduces the financial burden on each entity while ensuring a qualified officer is present during school hours. City staff have determined that IGAs are in alignment with the city’s strategic objectives and represent a fiscally responsible and community-focused initiative. A copy of the IGAs with Goodyear High School, Millennium High School, and Desert Edge High School are included as Attachments A, B, and C, respectively.