Call for Enhanced Funding for School Resource Officers

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Resolution Category Provincial Scope 4
Subject Social
Year 2013
Status Defeated
Sponsor - Mover
Lacombe, City of
Active Clauses

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Alberta Urban Municipalities Association request that the Government of Alberta ensure that the resources are available to support the increased presence of School Resource Officers in Alberta schools.

Whereas Clauses

WHEREAS the establishment of School Resources Officers is a high priority for Police Oversight Authorities, School Boards and the Province of Alberta;

WHEREAS there is inadequate funding limiting the placement of School Resource Officers in schools; and

WHEREAS this community based initiative ensures a safe and caring place of learning, balancing prevention, intervention and enforcement.