Board of Douglas County Commissioners Special Work Session 7-16-19

In response to the STEM School shooting the Douglas County Commissioners approved a resolution appropriating $13.3 million for school security and mental health services for students in Douglas County.

At this special work session, the Commissioners heard funding recommendations and status reports regarding plans for the $13.3 million. Presentations to the Board of County Commissioners were made regarding:

New School Resource Officers (SROs): Douglas County Sheriff’s Office and Douglas County schools

Status of the new Youth Community Response Team (CRT): Douglas County Mental Health Initiative staff, and Sheriff’s Office

Supportive Mental Health for Students Funding Committee Recommendations: Committee Chair

Physical School Safety & Protection Funding Committee Recommendations: Committee Chair