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Motion to Renew Student Resource Officer CCSD59
Intergovernmental Agreement with the Village of Mount
Prospect.
July 21, 2026 - REGULAR MEETING OF THE MOUNT PROSPECT
VILLAGE BOARD
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CONSENT AGENDA
Action Item
In July 2024, the Village and School District 59 entered into an Intergovernmental Agreement
(IGA) establishing the School Resource Officer (SRO) position at Holmes Junior High School. In
August 2025, Governor Pritzker signed Illinois Senate Bill 1519 into law, requiring school
districts to establish a memorandum of understanding with local law enforcement agencies
governing SRO programs.
Discussion
Senate Bill 1519 does not eliminate or restrict SRO programs; however, it requires that certain
provisions be clearly and formally defined within the governing agreement. The proposed IGA
has been updated to satisfy these statutory requirements, which include:
• Prohibits any fines, fees, tickets, or citations for school -based disciplinary consequences
or municipal code violations occurring on school grounds, at school events, or on school
transportation.
• Requires documentation and annual reporting of law enforcement referrals, including
data on race, gender, and disability status of students involved.
• Preserves existing law enforcement authority over actual criminal or delinquent
conduct, while barring the use of citations and fines as a substitute for school discipline.
• Requires the agreement to formally define SRO roles and responsibilities, document
required training, and provide for regular review and evaluation of the SRO program.
In addition to the statutory updates above, the proposed IGA revises the salary schedule for
the SRO position to reflect current costs associated with salary, medical benefits, pension
contributions, and Medicare. The agreement continues to require the School District to
reimburse the Village for nine -twelfths (9/12) of the total annual cost of the SRO, consistent
with the formula set forth in the IGA.
The proposed Intergovernmental Agreement is attached. The new language to satisfy Senate
Bill 1519 is highlighted in red in the IGA.
Alternatives
1. Approve a Motion to Renew the Student Resource Officer CCSD59 Intergovernmental
Agreement with the Village of Mount Prospect.
2. Action at the discretion of the Village Board.
Staff Recommendation
Staff recommends that the Village Board approve the proposed IGA to ensure continued
compliance with state law and to maintain the School Resource Officer program at Holmes
Junior High School.
Attachments
1. 2026-2027 CCSD59 SRO Intergovernmental Agreement - Revised
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INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGREEMENT PROVIDING FOR VILLAGE OF
MOUNT PROSPECT SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER
FOR COMMUNITY CONSOLIDATED SCHOOL DISTRICT # 59
THIS AGREEMENT is ENTERED INTO BY AND BETWEEN Community
Consolidated School District #59, Cook County, Illinois (hereinafter called "District 59" or
"School District") and the Village of Mount Prospect, a body corporate and politic (hereinafter
called "Village").
WITNES SETH:
WHEREAS, District 59 desires to have one (1) Village of Mount Prospect -School Resource
Officer ("S.R.O.") detailed to Holmes Junior High and other Mount Prospect District 59 schools,
on a contract basis; and
WHEREAS, the Village is willing to provide such an officer in exchange for the payment
referenced in this Agreement; and
WHEREAS, both the 1970 Illinois Constitution, (Article VII, Section 10) and the
Intergovernmental Cooperation Act, 5 ILCS 220/1 et seq (1992) authorizes and encourages
intergovernmental cooperation; and
WHEREAS, both the Village and District 59 are interested in promoting the safety and
security of the staff, students, and school premises in District 59.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises, covenants, terms, and conditions
set forth in this Agreement, the parties hereto agree as follows:
SECTION 1. Incorporation of Recitals
The foregoing recitals are incorporated into and made a part of this Agreement as if fully
set forth herein.
SECTION 2. Obligations and Responsibilities of the Village
2.0 Provide Village Police Officers to District 59 for Interview
The Mount Prospect Police Department and School District 59 shall collaborate on
selecting the actual Mount Prospect Police Officer who will be assigned to Holmes Junior High
and other Mount Prospect District 59 schools. The parties acknowledge that officers may change
due to unforeseen circumstances, including promotion, retirement, and similar circumstances,
but every effort shall be made to have the same police officers from August until June of the
school year. The Village shall provide the officers with the following qualifications:
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a. State of Illinois Certified Police Officer Juvenile Certification
b. Have a current certificate of completion of the Illinois Law Enforcement Training
and Standards Board SRO Course or ILETSB approved waiver (within 1 year of
assignment)
c. Trained on working with students with disabilities to ensure appropriate and
effective interactions that support their educational and behavioral needs
d. Minimum 2 years of police service
e. Trained in gang resistance and alcohol/drug resistance curricula
f. Verbal, written and interpersonal skills including public speaking
g. Knowledge of, and experience in, matters involving cultural diversity
h. Educational background/experience
i. Must be able to function as a strong role model
2.1 Assignment of Village Police Officer(s) to District 59
Following the selection of the officer(s), the Village shall assign to District 59 the
officer(s) to act as the S.R.O. on issues of security and community education. However, the
Village Police Officer(s) will remain employees of the Village and all personnel rules applicable
to said Village Officer(s) shall continue to apply to the officer(s) and the officer(s) will at all
times abide by all personnel rules of the (Municipality name) and the Rules, Regulations, and
General Orders of the Police Department. The Village represents that the S.R.O.s have undergone
all requisite background checks in accordance with Section 10-21.9 of the Illinois School Code,
the Illinois State Police Murderer and Violent Offender Against Youth Registry, Illinois Sex
Offender Database, DCFS Child Abuse and Neglect Tracking System, and Faith's Law, 105
ILLS 5/22-94.
2.2 Duties and Responsibilities of Village Police Officer(s)
The Village Police Officer(s) assigned to District 59 shall have the following duties and
responsibilities:
Educational Responsibilities
1. Work cooperatively with the school administration and staff to plan and
schedule appropriate lessons in gang/violence, safety, and drug and alcohol resistance education.
2. Teach lessons in gang/violence resistance, safety, and drug and alcohol
resistance to all students.
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3. Assist the curriculum department in evaluating curriculum units taught on
gang/violence and drug/alcohol resistance education.
4. Actively participate on the District 59 Drug Advisory Committee,
participate in related district professional learning, and work cooperatively with student services
staff.
5. Provide training for faculty and staff on the role of the police liaison as well
as on topics of interest and importance to the staff related to her/his expertise.
Resource Responsibilities
1. Maintain office hours each day for consultation with students.
2. Work collaboratively with the PTA to arrange and participate in
parent/community education sessions.
3. Interact with students as a positive role model during lunch and study hall
periods.
4. Work collaboratively with administrators and counselors to develop
strategies for dealing with behaviorally at risk students.
5. Establish a working relationship with behaviorally at risk students.
6. Upon request, assist the School District with investigating and responding
to student conduct in violation of the building, the School District Student Handbook, and the
School District behavior policies, including participating in threat assessments and testifying at
suspension review and expulsion hearings.
Security Responsibilities
1. Maintain a high level of visibility during school entrance and dismissal
times as well as during passing periods.
2. Meet with school administrators to advise them of potentially violent
situations and to plan for the safe resolution of those situations.
3. Follow building and district behavior policies, using police authority in
necessary situations.
S.R.O.s
based disciplinary consequence or for a municipal code violation on school property during school
hours or while taking school transportation.
Body Worn Camera (BWC)
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The Mount Prospect Police Department recognizes that the duties and working
environment for S.R.O.s are unique within law enforcement. It is recognized that S.R.O.s are
required to maintain school safety while keeping the sanctity of the learning environment that the
school provides. S.R.O.s are expected to continuously build trusting relationships with students
and staff. They also have impromptu interventions with students to de-escalate arguments and
conflicts. It is with this understanding that additional restrictions are placed on the S.R.O.s when
using BWCs during school hours or events. BWCs shall always be activated when required by
law. The BWC should not be activated when engaged in the following situations:
1. Conversations with students that are not related to a crime.
2. Meetings with staff in reference to delinquent behavior and developing
response plans.
3. Informal relationship building conversations with students and staff.
4. Discussions and presentations for instructional purposes.
It is recognized that S.R.O.s often have conversations with students/staff that are unrelated
to the investigation of a crime and fall under the definition of a community caretaking function. It
is not appropriate to record these conversations as it diminishes the trust between the individual
and the S.R.O..
Body Worn Camera videos shall remain the property of the Mount Prospect Police
Department.
When interviewing a crime victim or witness of an investigation who is a student, the
S.R.O. shall notify a parent or guardian of the student that the interview shall be or has been
recorded, and document the time and manner of the parental notification, unless emergency or
exigent circumstances require otherwise that prevent such notification. If the S.R.O. has a
reasonable, articulable suspicion that a victim or witness has committed or is in the process of
committing a crime, the S.R.O., unless impractical or impossible, must indicate on the recording
the reason for recording despite the request of the victim or witness and/or the parent/guardian of
the victim or witness not to record the interaction.
The S.R.O. will notify the Superintendent or their designee of any recording made in the
course of his/her duties as S.R.O. Any recording created by a body worn camera is a law
enforcement record, not a school student record. Upon request of the School District, and if not
prohibited by law, the Police Department will provide the School District with copies of any video
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of students, parents, employees, or others on school property. A video that is shared with the
School District may become a school student record. The Police Department will comply with all
applicable laws and policies related to the release of video recordings, including but not limited to
the Law Enforcement Officer -Worn Body Camera Act, 50 ILCS 706; the Juvenile Court Act, 705
ILCS 405/1-7; and the Freedom of Information Act, 5 ILCS 140. The Village Police Department
will notify the School District point of contact prior to a student(s) or School District employee.
The Officer(s) shall service District 59 on a full time basis, and shall perform the above
mentioned tasks with due diligence and to the best of her/his ability.
2.3 School District Authority Over Educational Environment
The Parties seek to implement a partnership that creates effective and positive school
student discipline that (a) is part of the School District's larger effort to address school safety and
climate; (b) includes proactive and restorative methods rather than only punitive; and (c) is clear,
consistent, and equitable.
The Village recognizes the responsibility and authority of the School District to manage
the educational environment. Both Parties recognize that disciplining students for violations of the
Student Code of Conduct is appropriate for the School District to manage.
SECTION 3. Obligations and Responsibilities of District 59
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District 59 will reimburse the Village for 9/12 of the cost of each Police Officer according
to the following formula, attached hereto and marked Appendix A, which may be reviewed,
modified and/or changed on an annual basis. For purposes of reimbursement of cost, District 59
shall abide by the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Village of Mount
Prospect and Chapter #84 of The Metropolitan Alliance of Police.
SECTION 4. Data Collection and Re -porting
The parties agree that by no later than July 1, 2027, the parties shall reach agreement on
procedures to document the number of K- 12 students referred to the Police Department, including
the
O., wherein there will be documentation of the number of total students referred, as well
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as documentation of the number of times each individual student was referred in instances that
occurred on school grounds, during school -related events or activities (regardless of whether it
was in -person or virtual), or while taking school transportation.
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SECTION 5. Evaluation of S.R.O. Prog am
The S.R.O. is a rotating position for a non -determinate assignment period. Performance
will be assessed and reviewed on an annual basis for retention or reassignment of the S.R.O., with
a collaborative performance appraisal process involving the Village and District 59 officials. This
performance evaluation is separate from the evaluation of the officer by the Village Police
Department. Interim performance assessments may be conducted as needed or required. The
review shall consider the ' ® efforts to prevent unnecessary student arrests, citations, court
referrals, and other use of police authority. The review shall also assess (i) the extent of the
S.R.O.'s positive interactions with students, parents/guardians, and staff;
participation in collaborative approaches to problem- solving, prevention, and de-escalation; and
(iii) contributions to achieving the mission purpose, goals, and objectives of this Agreement.
Unsatisfactory job performance will be the subject of immediate review and problem -solving
among the Chief of Police and Superintendent, which may include appointing a new S.R.O. in
accordance with Sections 2.0 and 2. 1.
Each year, the Superintendent or designee and Chief of Police or designee shall set goals
for the S.R.O. Program and agree on methods to monitor progress toward the established goals
(e.g., data, surveys). At least once each year, the Superintendent or designee and Chief of Police
or designee will meet to evaluate the S.R.O. Program with respect to the set goals and may revise
the goals as needed.
SECTION 6. Feedback and Complaint Resolution Process.
The parties shall develop and implement a simple and objective feedback and complaint
resolution system for all shareholders and members of the school community to submit questions,
comments and constructive feedback and register concerns that may arise with respect to the
S.R.O. or the S.R.O. Program. The system shall comply with Village and District 59 policies and
shall provide for timely communication of the resolution of the complaint to the complainant. The
system shall also allow parents and guardians to submit complaints in their preferred language and
in a confidential manner that protects the identity of the complainant from the S.R.O. consistent
with the S.R.O.'s due process rights and any applicable employment protections.
SECTION 7. Term
This agreement shall commence on the date of execution of this Agreement and continue
in full force and effect up to and including July 31, 2027, and thereafter shall be automatically
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renewed on an annual basis subject to the reimbursement provisions of Section 3 above. Either
party may terminate this Agreement at any time during the term by providing the other party
thirty (30) days prior written notice of such termination. In addition, the parties may terminate
this Agreement by mutual consent and agreement.
SECTION 8. Liability. Responsibility, and Authority
District 59 shall and hereby does indemnify and hold harmless the Village of Mount
Prospect and its officer(s) or employees against any claims, demands, costs and expenses
including reasonable attorney's fees for the defense thereof, arising from or in connection with
the activities contemplated hereunder, provided that said claims, demands, costs and expenses
have not been caused by the negligence or willful and wanton conduct of the Village and its
officer(s) or employees. The Village shall and does hereby indemnify and hold harmless District
59, its officer(s) , and employees, against any claims, demands, costs and expenses, including
reasonable attorney's fees for the defense thereof, arising from or in connection with the activities
contemplated hereunder, provided that said claims, demands costs and expenses have not been
caused by the negligence or the willful and wanton conduct of District 59 and its officer(s) or
employees.
SECTION 9. Schedule
The Parties agree that the S.R.O. shall be assigned to work according to the School District
calendar. The School District retains the right to request the S.R.O. work extracurricular activities
occurring outside of regular school hours. If the School District requests the S.R.O. to work hours
beyond the typical school day, the School District will provide advance notice and pay the S.R.O.
pursuant to their hourly rate. The following extracurricular events, or an alternative agreed upon
schedule of extracurricular activities totaling up to 28 hours of work will be included in the
payment outlined in this Agreement at no additional cost to the School District.
1. Welcome back to school events
2. Parent teacher conferences
3. High -attendance athletic events
4. Dances
5. Graduation ceremony
SECTION 10. Reciprocal Reporting & Record Management
The Village and the School District shall share information as obligated and/or restricted
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by law, including without limitation Sections 10 20.14 (105 ILLS 5/10-20.14) and 22-20 (105
ILLS 5/22-20) of the School Code of Illinois, as amended, and Sections 1-7 (705 ILLS 405/1-7)
and 5-905 (705 ILLS 405/5-905) of the Juvenile Court Act of 1987, as amended, and as set forth
in the Reciprocal Reporting Agreement (if any) between the School District and the Village.
As provided by Section 1-7(a)(8) of the Juvenile Court Act, and except as limited or
prohibited by other laws or administrative regulations, law enforcement officials will share law
enforcement records with School District officials that relate to any offenses or suspected offenses
with respect to a minor enrolled in one of the School District's schools who is the subject of an
ongoing investigation directly related to school safety or who has been taken into custody or
arrested when police officials believe that there is an imminent threat of physical harm to students,
school personnel, or others who are present in the school or on school grounds and sharing the
information will not (1) create a threat of harm to any person, (n) jeopardize a pending or actually
and reasonably contemplated investigation, (111) interfere with a pending or contemplated law
enforcement, administrative, or judicial proceeding; (iv) create a substantial likelihood that a
person would be deprived of a fair trial or impartial hearing; (v) disclose unique or specialized
investigative techniques; (vi) or cause an unnecessary invasion of a person's privacy.
For purposes of the Illinois School Student Records Act, 105 ILCS 10/, and the Family
Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, 20 U.S.C. 1232(g), the S.R.O. shall be considered a
school official and agent of the School District. As such, the S.R.O. shall have access to student
records only as necessary for the fulfillment of his/her duties as prescribed in this Agreement. The
S.R.O. shall keep all student records confidential except if disclosure is required by law. The
S.R.O. shall disclose student records only in circumstances and in a manner authorized by State
and federal law.
SECTION 11. General Provisions
11.0 Amendment to the Contract
Any terms or conditions of this agreement may be deleted or altered only by written agreement to
this Agreement, duly executed by the Village and District 59.
11.1 Good Faith
Both the Village and District 59 have an obligation to perform their duties under this Agreement
in good faith.
11.2 Sever
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If any provision of this Agreement shall be held or deemed to be, or shall in fact be inoperative or
unenforceable in any particular case or in all cases for any reason, this shall not render the provision
in question inoperative or unenforceable in any other case or circumstances, or render any other
provisions herein contained invalid, inoperative, or unenforceable to any extent whatever. The
invalidity of any one or more phrases, sentences, clauses, or sections contained in the Agreement
shall not affect the remaining portions of the Agreement or any part thereof.
11.3 Interpretation
Any headings of the Agreement are for convenience of reference only and do not define or limit
the provisions thereof. Words of gender shall be deemed and construed to include correlative
words of other genders. Words importing the singular shall include the plural and vice versa, unless
the context shall otherwise indicate. All references to any such person or entity shall be deemed to
include any person or entity succeeding to the rights, duties, and obligations of such person or
entity succeeding to the rights, duties and obligations of such person or entity in accordance with
the terms and conditions of the Agreement.
11.4 Assignment/Binding Effect
Neither party hereto may assign their respective rights and duties hereunder except upon prior
written consent of the other party. This Agreement shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit
of the parties hereto and their respective assigns, legal representative and successors in interest.
11.5 Waiver of Breach
If either party waives a breach of any provision of this Agreement by the other party, that waiver
will not operate or be construed as a waiver of any subsequent breach by either party or prevent
either party from enforcing such provisions.
11.6 Merger Clause - Amendment
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This Agreement sets forth all of the entire understanding of the parties relative to the sub j ect hereof
and supersedes any and all prior agreements, express or implied, oral, or written. No amendment
or modification of this Agreement shall be effective unless reduced to writing and executed by the
parties.
11.7 Counterparts
This Agreement may be executed in several counterparts each of which shall be an original and all
of which shall constitute but one and the same instrument.
11.8 Compliance with All Laws
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The Village and District 59 shall at all times observe and comply with the laws, ordinances,
regulations, and codes of Federal, State, County, and other local government agencies, which may
in any manner affect the performance of this agreement.
11.9 Governing Law
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of
Illinois and applicable federal law. Venue shall only be proper in a court of competent jurisdiction
located within the County of Cook, Illinois.
11.10 Disclaimer of Relationship
Nothing contained in this Agreement, nor any act of the Village or District 59, respectively, shall
be deemed or construed by any of the parties hereto or by third persons, to create any relationship
of a third -party beneficiary, principal, agent, limited or general partnership, joint venture, or any
association or relationship involving the Village or District 59, respectively.
11.11 Notice
Any and all communications regarding the terms of this Agreement shall be in writing and sent by
registered or certified mail and addressed, if to District 59, to Superintendent of Schools,
Community Consolidated School District 59, 1001 Leicester Road, Elk Grove Village, Illinois
60007; if to the Village, to the Village Manager, Village of Mount Prospect, 50 S. Emerson St.,
Mount Prospect, IL 60056. Notice shall be effective at dispatch. Notice as provided herein does
not waive service of summons or process.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Village and District 59 have executed this Agreement on the
day of 920260
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SIGNATURE PAGE: VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT
VILLAGE OF MOUNT PROSPECT
Paul Wm. Hoefert, Village President
ATTEST:
Karen Agoranos, Village Clerk
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SIGNATURE PAGE: COMMUNITY CONSOLIDATED SCHOOL DISTRICT # 59
COMMUNITY CONSOLIDATED SCHOOL DISTRICT #59
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President, Board of Education
ATTEST:
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Secretary, Board of Education
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Appendix A
2026-2027 School Year
Mount Prospect Police Officer Billing Rate for one (1) School Resource Officer at the cost of
$170,852.25.
SD 59
TOTAL COST
9/12 COST
ITEM
COST
2026-2027
Salary
$122,523
$122,523.00
$9 L892.25
Medical Benefits
$31 M92
$31 M92.00
$23 X 9.00
Pension Costs
$721412
$721412.00
$54,309.00
Medicare Costs
$1,776
$11776.00
$11332.00
$2279803.00
$1709852.25
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