| ITEM #: 5. DATE: 10/27/2025 AI #:2892 |
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CITY COUNCIL ACTION REPORT
| SUBJECT: | INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT (IGA) WITH BUCKEYE UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 201 FOR SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER (SRO) SERVICES |
| STAFF PRESENTER(S): | Brian Issitt, Chief of Police |
SUMMARY
The city of Goodyear and Buckeye Union High School District No. 201 wish to enter into an IGA to provide School Resource Officers (SRO) services to Estrella Foothills High School. Under the terms of the agreement, the city will provide trained and certified law enforcement personnel to serve as the SRO 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 IGA with Buckeye Union School District No. 201 for SRO services at Estrella Foothills High School and authorize the Mayor or designee to execute the documents necessary to allow the Goodyear Police Department to participate in the SRO program. (Brian Issitt, Chief of Police)
FISCAL IMPACT
The Police Department’s FY2026 base budget includes the full cost of the SRO program and positions. During the school year, the SRO’s salary will be funded from the district operating budget, excluding holidays, breaks and summer vacations. Per the IGA Buckeye Union High School will pay 50% of SRO’s hourly rate plus benefits during 10-month school year and will be invoiced quarterly. 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 SRO Program during the March 26, 2018, Work Session. Since that time, the city of Goodyear has continued to support SRO programs in collaboration with educational institutions to promote safety and community engagement. This proposed intergovernmental agreement continues that commitment by formalizing a partnership with Estrella Foothills High School in the Buckeye Union High School District to provide ongoing SRO services.
STAFF ANALYSIS
The presence of an 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. Staff have determined that this agreement is in alignment with the city's strategic objectives and represents a fiscally responsible and community-focused initiative.
A copy of the intergovernmental agreement (IGA) with Estrella Foothills High School is provided as Attachment A.