Citrus County Schools may return school policing to the Sheriff’s Office, according to a report from the Citrus County Chronicle. The move comes as the school district looks to potentially change its approach to school safety.
The Citrus County School Board will discuss the possibility of returning school policing to the Citrus County Sheriff’s Office at a meeting on March 17. Currently, the school district contracts with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement for school policing services. The cost of the contract and the level of service provided may be factors in the school board’s decision.
No details were provided on the potential cost savings or changes to services that might result from a return to the Sheriff’s Office. However, the discussion reflects ongoing efforts to evaluate and improve school safety measures in Citrus County.
More information on the meeting, including the time and location, can be found on the Citrus County School Board’s website or by contacting the district directly.
Originally reported by Citrus County Chronicle – Crystal River
