It’s been in the works for some time and now it’s official: the North Allegheny School District will establish a school police department.
The school board unanimously approved the motion Wednesday.
Channel 11 told you last week about the district’s plan to hire a police chief and a dozen officers.
While it was approved unanimously, some board members had concerns.
“Even in the hands of a trained police officer, firearms are still dangerous,” said member Elizabeth Warner. “Our own policy says possession of weapons in a school setting is a threat to the safety of students and staff.”
Currently, the district pays $200,000 to have two McCandless police officers patrol.
Three public information sessions will be held to discuss the decision starting next Wednesday.
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