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Public Safety Committee Agenda
Councilmembers: Dana Ralph – Les Thomas – Jim Berrios, Chair
October 11, 2016
4:30 p.m.
Item Description Action Speaker Time Page
1. Call to order Chair Berrios 1
2. Roll Call Chair Berrios 1
3. Changes to the Agenda Chair Berrios 1
4. Approval of Minutes dated September 13,
2016
YES Chair Berrios 5 1
5. 2015-2016 Police Service Agreements
with Kent School District – Recommend
YES Pat Fitzpatrick 5 5
6. 2016-2017 Police Service Agreements
with Kent School District – Recommend
YES Pat Fitzpatrick 5 19
7. Police Chief’s Update – Information Only NO Chief Thomas 10 35
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POLICE DEPARTMENT
Ken Thomas, Chief of Police
Phone: 253-856-5800
Fax: 253-856-6802
Address: 220 Fourth Avenue S.
Kent, WA. 98032-5895
DATE: October 11, 2016
TO: Public Safety Committee
SUBJECT: 2015-2016 Police Service Agreements with Kent School District -
Recommend
MOTION: Move to recommend council authorize the mayor to sign the Police
Services Agreement and School Resource Officer Agreement between the Kent
Police Department and the Kent School District for the 2015-2016 school year,
subject to final contract terms and conditions acceptable to the police chief and
city attorney.
SUMMARY: The Kent Police Department and the Kent School District have partnered for
many years to provide school resource officers for various Kent schools, as well as a
commander to serve as a liaison and safety advisor to the District.
These agreements covered the 2015-2016 school years. During the school year, the
Department provided the services called for in the contract, and the District paid for the
services in accordance with the contract rates. However, due to various staffing changes
and other unforeseen circumstances, the agreements were not completed. The
agreements being approved by this motion constitute a ratification of the work performed
by the Department and paid for by the District.
The School Resource Officer Agreement provides that the City assign one police officer to
split his or her time between Kent-Meridian High School and Mill Creek Middle School, and
another officer to split his or her time between Kentridge High School and Meridian Middle
School. The officers work in the assigned schools to respond to school safety related
incidents, assist in emergency planning, and generally provide for a safe and productive
learning environment for students.
The Police Services Agreement provides that the City assign one officer of the rank of
commander or above to act as a liaison between the Department and the District, respond
to school safety incidents as appropriate, provide school safety related advice to
administration, and assist in emergency management planning.
In exchange for providing the services called for in the agreements, the District
reimbursed the City for 60% of the officers’ total compensation (salary plus benefits), and
25% of the commander’s total compensation.
Exhibit: 2015-2016 Police Services Agreement and School Resource Officer Agreement
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Budget Impact: Income for payment of portion of salaries
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Police Services Agreement
Between the Kent Police Department and the Kent School District
2015 – 2016
THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into by and between the City of Kent and
the Kent Police Department, hereinafter referred to collectively as the
“Department,” and the Kent School District, hereinafter referred to as the “District.”
RECITALS
The District desires to fill the position of School Safety Services Director with a law
enforcement officer who is employed by the Department and holds the rank of
Commander or higher, and who can bring valuable experience and provide advice
to District safety officers.
The Department desires that its senior officers have the opportunity to: (a)
partner with a large local school district in the community; (b) gain valuable
administrative, command, and community relations experience; and (c) experience
unique professional growth and development.
The District and Department share a compelling common value in seeing that the
community enjoys a safe, secure environment for its students and staff.
NOW, THEREFORE, and in consideration of the mutual promises set forth herein,
the parties mutually agree as follows:
AGREEMENT
1. TERM
This Agreement shall be effective from September 1, 2015, through August 31,
2016, subject to any prior termination as provided herein and unless extended by
written agreement of the parties. If this Agreement is signed on a date after the
commencement of the 2015-2016 school year, the terms of this Agreement shall
apply retroactively to the first date services are provided by the City to the District,
or September 1, 2015, whichever date is earlier.
The parties recognize this Agreement is being adopted after the services required
herein have been provided by the Department to the District. The approval of this
Agreement shall constitute a full ratification of the Agreement as well as a full
acceptance of the services provided by the Department to the District.
2. DUTIES OF THE DEPARTMENT
The Department with the District’s approval shall provide an officer the rank of
Commander or higher to serve as the District’s School Safety Services Director,
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hereafter referred to as “Director,” for the purpose of assisting with communication
and logistics between the two organizations relating to school safety.
Such assistance shall include, but not be limited to:
a. Provide advice and direction to personnel regarding best practices
to help ensure a safe and secure learning environment.
b. Respond to school incidents as necessary.
c. Periodically review and recommend revisions to the procedures and
protocols for school safety.
d. Support administrators and staff with school safety inquiries and/or
needs for assistance.
e. Assist in the development of Kent School District emergency
management practices and procedures.
f. Assist in the establishment and implementation of emergency
operation procedures and threat assessment procedures for buildings.
g. Help establish and maintain security procedures focused on prevention
of problems in schools and the community.
h. Help foster an attitude promoting a safe school environment.
i. Present the monthly safety services report to the Board.
j. Attend the monthly safety services meeting.
The Department shall provide the Director a vehicle, radio communication, cellular
phone, uniform, and other necessary equipment provided to the Department’s on-
duty commanders to enable the Director to perform his/her duties with the District.
The District shall provide the use of office space, mobile computer or similar device,
and a District email account to the Director.
3. CONSIDERATION
In consideration of those services provided under this Agreement, the District shall
provide the Director with the unique opportunity to obtain administration and
community relations experience. The Director will be considered a part of the
Superintendent’s Cabinet and the District Leadership Team.
The total compensation for an officer the rank of Commander or higher to serve as
the School Safety Services Director position for the length of this Agreement is set
forth in Attachment A to this Agreement. Attachment A reflects the District’s
agreement to reimburse the Department twenty-five percent (25%) of the total
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compensation (salaries/benefits) for one officer the rank of Commander or higher,
as mutually agreed by the parties in Attachment A. The twenty-five percent (25%)
reimbursement obligation of the total compensation amount shall be spread across
twelve (12) approximately equal monthly payments payable to the Department;
provided, in the event this Agreement is executed after the term of this Agreement
begins, the District shall pay the total compensation as set forth in Attachment A,
but will have fewer months to make such payments. The District shall pay said
reimbursement upon submission by the Department of a monthly invoice.
4. WORK SCHEDULE
The Director shall be on duty with the District, as needed, to fulfill the duties
outlined in Section 2 above. The parties will coordinate the Director’s schedule, to
the best extent practicable, to ensure the needs of the District and the Department
are both adequately fulfilled.
5. MODIFICATION
No waiver or modification of the Agreement or any covenants, conditions, or
limitations herein contained shall be valid unless in writing and duly executed by
the parties, and no evidence of any waiver of modification shall be offered or
received in evidence during any proceedings or litigation between the parties
unless such waiver or modification is in writing duly executed as aforesaid. The
parties further agree that the provisions of this section may not be waived except
as herein set forth.
6. TERMINATION OF AGREEMENT
This Agreement may be terminated without cause at any time by mutual
agreement of the parties or by either party sixty (60) days following the other
party’s receipt of written intent to terminate.
Each party shall have the right to cancel and immediately terminate the Agreement
without prior notice upon breach of the Agreement by the other party.
In the event of termination under this section, the Department will be entitled to
receive, to the date of such termination on a pro-rated basis, the compensation as
set forth in Section 3 above.
7. INDEMNIFICATION
The parties agree that the District shall bear all responsibility and cost of defending
any and all claims, actions, suits, liabilities, losses, costs, expenses, and
damages that relate in any way whatsoever to School Safety Services, the
security and safety of the District and its students, employees, and visitors, and/or
the provisions of any services set forth in Section 2 of this Agreement, and for this
purpose, and notwithstanding Section 9 of this Agreement, the Director shall be
considered an agent of the District. Further, to this end, the District shall defend,
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indemnify, and hold harmless the Director, and the Department and its officers,
agents, and employees, from any and all claims, actions, suits, liability, loss, costs,
expenses, and damages of any nature whatsoever relating to and arising out of
the performance of the Agreement. The District shall not defend, indemnify, or hold
the Department harmless from any claims, actions, or suits for injury, damage, or
loss of any kind caused by the intentional act(s) of the Director which are beyond
the scope of this Agreement.
In executing the Agreement, the Department does not assume liability or
responsibility for or in any way release the District from any liability or
responsibility which arises in whole or in part from the existence or effect of District
policies, rules, or regulations. If any cause, claim, suit, action, or administrative
proceeding is commenced in which the enforceability and/or validity of any such
District policy, rule, or regulation is at issue, the District shall defend the same
at its sole expense, and if judgment is entered or damages are awarded against
the District, the Department, or both, the District shall satisfy the same, including
all chargeable costs and attorney’s fees.
8. MEDICAL/HEALTH AND WORKERS COMPENSATION BENEFITS
In the event of any injury, illness, or death of the Director, the Director shall be
considered an employee of the Department while acting in performance of this
Agreement, and the Department agrees to extend to the Director the
medical/health and workers’ compensation benefits and other compensation, to the
same extent and in the same manner as if such injury, illness, or death had
occurred during the regular work assignment in and for the Department.
9. DIRECTOR OF SCHOOL SAFETY IS AN EMPLOYEE OF THE
DEPARTMENT
The Director shall, at all times, be considered an employee of the Department, and
shall for no purpose be considered an employee of the District. The District shall
have no obligation to provide the Director with any workers’ compensation or other
benefits, and the salary of the Director shall be paid in full by the Department.
10. VENUE STIPULATION
This Agreement shall be construed as having been made and delivered within the
State of Washington, and the laws of the State of Washington shall be applicable to
its construction and enforcement. Any action at law, suit in equity, or judicial
proceeding for the enforcement of this Agreement or any provision hereto shall
be instituted in King County, Washington.
11. COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS
In carrying out the terms of this Agreement, the parties agree to comply with
all applicable federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, and regulations, including
but not necessarily limited to the laws pertaining to civil rights and laws pertaining
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to the District and Department. In carrying out this Agreement, the parties agree
that they will not in any way discriminate against others on the basis of race, color,
national origin, sex, age, creed, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status,
or disability.
12. NOTICES
All notices shall be in writing and shall be sent by registered mail to the parties at
their recognized business addresses.
13. HEADINGS
The article headings contained in this Agreement are inserted solely as a matter of
convenience and for reference and in no way do they define, limit, or describe the
scope or intent of the provisions of this Agreement.
14. AGREEMENTS OUTSIDE OF THIS AGREEMENT
This Agreement contains the complete agreement between the parties and shall, as
of the effective date hereof, supersede all agreements, either written or oral,
between the parties. The parties agree that neither of them has made any
representations with respect to the subject matter of the Agreement except such
representation as are specifically set forth herein, and each party acknowledges
that it has relied on its own judgment in entering into this Agreement.
15. RATIFICATION
All acts consistent with the authority of this Agreement and prior to its effective
date are ratified and affirmed, and the terms of this Agreement shall be deemed to
have applied.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have affixed their signatures on the dates
below.
Kent School District City of Kent / Kent Police Department
Dr. Calvin J. Watts (Superintendent) Suzette Cooke (Mayor)
Date Date
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ATTACHMENT ‘A’ TO POLICE SERVICES AGREEMENT
The parties agree that the total cost to the Department to provide a School Safety
Services Director with a law enforcement officer who is e mployed by the Department
and holds the rank of Commander or higher to the District in accordance with the
terms of this Agreement is $166,280.75, regardless of actual salary or benefit
adjustments that may be made by the Department for the Commander.
The District’s reimbursement obligation, which is twenty-five percent (25%) of the
total cost to the Department for the Director provided to the District, equals
$41,570.18. This sum will be considered the District’s total reimbursement obligation
for the Director provided by the Department for the duration of the performance
period of this Agreement, regardless of actual salary or benefit adjustments that may
be made by the Department for its officer the rank of Commander or higher.
The District shall pay said reimbursement in twelve (12) approximately equal monthly
payments spread over a one-year period starting September 1, 2015 with each
payment being made upon submission by the Department of a monthly invoice;
provided, in the event this Agreement is executed after the term of this Agreement
begins, the District shall pay the total compensation as set forth in this Attachment,
but will have fewer months to make such payments.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have affixed their signature on the dates below.
KENT SCHOOL DISTRICT CITY OF KENT/KENT POLICE DEPARTMENT
Dr. Calvin J. Watts, Superintendent Suzette Cooke, Mayor
Date Date
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SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER (SRO) AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE KENT POLICE DEPARTMENT
AND
THE KENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
2015-2016
THIS SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER (SRO) AGREEMENT (hereinafter “Agreement”) is made and entered
into by and between the City of Kent and its Kent Police Department (hereinafter referred to collectively
as the “Department”) and the Kent School District (hereinafter referred to as the “District”) for the
provision of School Resource Officers (SROs).
WHEREAS, the District desires to have the presence and assistance on school campuses of
commissioned law enforcement officers who can work collaboratively with school personnel to enforce
the law while building healthy relationships with students of the District;
WHEREAS, the Department desires to partner with local school districts and seeks an opportunity for its
officers to positively impact the community; and
WHEREAS, the District and the Department share a compelling common value in seeing that the
community enjoys a safe, sustainable, healthy, and respectful learning environment for its students and
staff;
NOW, THEREFORE, for and in consideration of the mutual promises set forth herein, the parties hereto
mutually agree as follows:
1. TERM
The Agreement shall be effective September 1, 2015 through August 31, 2016, subject to any prior
termination as provided herein and unless extended by written agreement of parties hereto.
The parties recognize this Agreement is being adopted after the services required herein have been
provided by the Department to the District. The approval of this Agreement shall constitute a full
ratification of the Agreement as well as a full acceptance of the services provided by the
Department to the District.
2. DUTIES OF THE DEPARTMENT AND ASSIGNED SROs
The Department shall provide two (2) commissioned police officers to work as SROs in the District
for twelve (12) months for the purpose of assisting school personnel in enforcing the law and
maintaining a safe, sustainable, healthy, and respectful learning environment for students and staff.
The placement of a particular officer in the role of SRO will be a decision mutually agreed upon by
the Department and District.
a. One SRO will be assigned to the campuses of Kent-Meridian High School and Mill Creek Middle
School, with time split between the campuses as deemed appropriate by school administrators
and the respective school principals.
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b. One SRO will be assigned to the campuses of Kentridge High School and Meridian Middle
School, with time split between the campuses as deemed appropriate by school administrators
and the respective school principals.
c. Each SRO shall respond to school incidents in the District as necessary and support District
administrators and staff with school safety inquiries and/or needs for assistance.
d. Each SRO will provide assistance to enforce the law on school grounds, conduct investigations as
necessary, and advise/consult with school personnel regarding best practices for ensuring a safe
and secure learning environment.
e. Each SRO will develop a daily routine that ensures high visibility to staff, students, parents and
community stakeholders.
f. Each SRO will have access to education records of District students consistent with access
available to members of the District’s Safety Services, but the Department acknowledges that
each SRO is restricted in the same manner as other District personnel by the Family Educational
Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), 20 U.S.C. 1232g, accompanying regulations, corresponding state
law, and District policies from nonconsensual disclosure of such records to third parties without
lawful authorization.
g. Each SRO will be a positive adult role model and will develop positive relationships with
students that promote learning and citizenship.
h. Each SRO will work collaboratively with the District’s Safety Services Director, including the
preparation of reports as needed regarding school safety activity for the Superintendent and
Board of Directors.
i. Each SRO will assist, as needed, in the establishment and implementation of emergency
operation procedures and threat assessment procedures for buildings.
j. Each SRO will assist with contacting truant children and their parents.
k. Each SRO will perform other duties as mutually agreed upon by the Kent School District and the
Department.
l. The Department reserves the right to utilize one or both of the SROs from the end of the school
year to the beginning of the next school year for emergency Department operational needs as
determined or declared by the mayor of the City of Kent. Emergency operational needs include
but are not limited to the following: severe staffing shortages, natural and/or manmade
disasters, or unforeseen city emergencies. In the event that such an emergency arises, the
Department will make reasonable efforts to give timely advanced notice to the District and will
make reasonable efforts to minimize the duration of their utilization. The Department will also
refund the District for all time that one or both SROs are not performing work for the District
pursuant to this section 2(l).
3. CONSIDERATION
The total compensation for two (2) commissioned officers for the length of this Agreement is set
forth in Attachment A to this Agreement. Attachment A reflects the District’s agreement to
reimburse the Department sixty percent (60%) of the total compensation (salaries/benefits) for two
(2) commissioned SROs, as mutually agreed by the parties in Attachment A. The sixty percent (60%)
reimbursement obligation of the total compensation amount shall be spread across twelve (12)
approximately equal monthly payments payable to the Department; provided, in the event this
Agreement is executed after the term of this Agreement begins, the District shall pay the total
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compensation as set forth in Attachment A, but will have fewer months to make such payments.
The District shall pay said reimbursement upon submission by the Department of a monthly invoice.
4. WORK SCHEDULE
It is the intent of this Agreement that the SROs work during scheduled class times and cover the
start of school and release of school. Each SRO shall work other hours and days agreed upon by the
District, Department, and the officer providing the services; provided, that each SRO’s work
schedule shall be subject to the terms and conditions set forth in his or her collective bargaining
agreement, which sets forth hours of work, days off, vacation, holidays, etc. One SRO will be
assigned to work Monday through Thursday. The second SRO will be assigned to work Tuesday
through Friday.
5. OVERTIME
Costs associated with approved overtime for District business shall be paid by the District, except
that costs associated with overtime for any Department trainings or functions not relating to District
business will be paid by the Department. Overtime costs for District business shall be determined
by the officers’ collective bargaining agreement with the City of Kent.
6. MODIFICATION
No waiver or modification of this Agreement or any covenants, conditions, or limitations herein
contained shall be valid unless in writing and duly executed by the parties to be charged therewith;
and no evidence of any waiver of modification shall be offered or received in evidence of any
proceeding or litigation between the parties hereto arising out of or affecting this Agreement, or the
rights or obligations of the parties hereunder, unless such waiver or modification is in writing duly
executed as aforesaid; and the parties further agree that the provisions of this section may not be
waived except as herein set forth.
7. TERMINATION OF AGREEMENT
This Agreement may be terminated without cause at any time by mutual agreement of the parties
hereto, or by either party after thirty (30) days following the other party’s receipt of a written intent
to terminate.
Each party shall have the right to cancel and immediately terminate this Agreement without prior
notice upon material breach of the Agreement by the other party.
In the event of termination under this section, the Department will be entitled to receive, to the
date of such termination on a pro rata basis, the compensation as set forth in section 3 above.
In addition, each party shall have the right to remove a specific SRO from District. Any officer
selected to replace an SRO will be mutually agreed upon by the Department and District as set forth
in section 2 above.
8. TRAINING
The District agrees to permit SROs to attend training sessions required by the Department, provided
the Department notifies the District of such training ten (10) calendar days in advance. The
Department shall provide the District’s Chief Information and Digital Strategy Officer, who oversees
the District’s Safety Services department, notice sufficiently in advance to allow the District to make
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other security arrangements in the absence of a school’s SRO. The District may likewise provide
training to SROs on school in-service days.
9. INDEMNIFICATION
To the extent permitted by law, the District shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the
Department and its officers, agents, and employees, or any of them, from any and all claims,
actions, suits, liability, loss, costs, expenses, and damages of any nature whatsoever, arising out of
any act or omission of the District, its officers, agents, and employees or any of them relating to or
arising out of the performance of the Agreement. The District shall not defend, indemnify, or hold
the Department harmless from any claims, actions, or suits for injury, damage, or loss of any kind
caused by either intentional act(s) or the negligence of the Department, its officers, agents, and
employees or any of them where the District did not contribute to such negligence.
Similarly, the Department shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the District and its officers,
directors, agents, and employees, or any of them from any and all claims, actions, suits, liability,
loss, costs, expenses, and damages of any nature whatsoever, out of any act or omission of the
Department, its officers, agents, and employees, or any of them in the performance of this
Agreement. The Department shall not defend, indemnify, or hold the District harmless from any
claims, actions, or suits for injury, damage, or loss of any kind caused by either intentional act(s) or
the negligence of the District, its officers, directors, agents, and employees or any of them where
the Department did not contribute to such negligence.
Notwithstanding any other provision of this Agreement, in executing this Agreement, the
Department does not assume liability or responsibility for, or in any way release the District from,
any liability or responsibility which arises in whole or in part from the existence, effect, or
enforcement of District policies, rules, or regulations or the acts of District employees, volunteers, or
students. If any cause, claim, suit, action, or administrative proceedings is commenced in which the
enforceability or validity of any District policy, rule, or regulation is at issue, the District shall defend
the enforceability or validity of the policy, rule, or regulation at its sole expense, and if judgment is
entered or damages are awarded against the District, the Department or both, the District shall
satisfy the same, including all chargeable costs and attorney’s fees.
10. MEDICAL/HEALTH AND WORKER’ COMPENSATION BENEFITS
In the event of any injury to, or the illness or death of, an SRO, such officer will be considered an
employee of the Department while acting in performance of this Agreement, and the Department
agrees to extend to any Department SRO the medical/health and workers’ compensation benefits
and other compensation, to the same extent and in the same manner as in such injury, illness, or
death had occurred during regular work assignment in and for the Department. Any SRO provided
pursuant to this Agreement is not an employee of the District, and the District shall have no
obligation to provide an SRO with any workers’ compensation or other benefits.
11. VENUE STIPULATION
This Agreement shall be construed as having been made and delivered within the state of
Washington, and the laws of the state of Washington shall be applicable to its construction and
enforcement. Any action at law, suit in equity, or judicial proceeding for the enforcement of this
Agreement or any provision hereto shall be instituted in King County, Washington.
12. COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS
The parties hereto agree to, in carrying out the terms of this Agreement, comply with all applicable
federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, and regulations, including but not necessarily limited to,
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the laws pertaining to civil rights and laws pertaining to the District and the Department. The
Department and its officers, agents and employees in carrying out this Agreement agree that they
will not in any way discriminate against others on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color,
national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation including
gender expression or identity, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability.
13. NOTICES
All notices given herein shall be in writing and shall be sent by personal service or registered mail to
the parties at their recognized business addresses. For the District, notice shall be sent by personal
service or registered mail to the District’s Chief Information and Digital Strategies Officer who
oversees the District’s Safety Services.
14. HEADINGS
The article headings contained in this Agreement are inserted solely as a matter of convenience and
for reference and in no way do they define, limit, or describe the scope or intent of the provisions of
this Agreement.
15. AGREEMENTS OUTSIDE OF THIS AGREEMENT
This Agreement contains the complete agreement between the parties and shall, as of the effective
date hereof, supersede all agreements, either written or oral, between the parties. The parties
agree that neither of them has made any representation with respect to the subject matter of this
Agreement or any representations, including the executing and delivery hereof, except such
representations as are specifically set forth herein, and each of the parties hereto acknowledges
that it has relied on its own judgment in entering into this Agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have affixed their signature on the dates below.
KENT SCHOOL DISTRICT CITY OF KENT/KENT POLICE DEPARTMENT
Dr. Calvin J. Watts, Superintendent Suzette Cooke, Mayor
Date Date
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ATTACHMENT ‘A’ TO SRO AGREEMENT
The parties agree that the total cost to the Department to provide SROs to the District in accordance
with the terms of this Agreement is $242,680.66, regardless of actual salary or benefit adjustments that
may be made by the Department for its officers.
The District’s reimbursement obligation, which is sixty percent (60%) of the total cost to the Department
for the SROs provided to the District, equals $145,608.39. Unless overtime is authorized by the District
in accordance with Section 6, or the Agreement modified as set forth in Section 6, this sum will be
considered the District’s total reimbursement obligation for all SROs provided by the Department for the
duration of the performance period of this Agreement, regardless of actual salary or benefit
adjustments that may be made by the Department for its officers, subject to the Department’s
obligations to refund the District as set forth in section 2(l) .
The District shall pay said reimbursement in twelve (12) approximately equal monthly payments spread
over a one-year period starting September 1, 2015 with each payment being made upon submission by
the Department of a monthly invoice; provided, in the event this Agreement is executed after the term
of this Agreement begins, the District shall pay the total compensation as set forth in this Attachment,
but will have fewer months to make such payments.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have affixed their signature on the dates below.
KENT SCHOOL DISTRICT CITY OF KENT/KENT POLICE DEPARTMENT
Dr. Calvin J. Watts, Superintendent Suzette Cooke, Mayor
Date Date
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POLICE DEPARTMENT
Ken Thomas, Chief of Police
Phone: 253-856-5800
Fax: 253-856-6802
Address: 220 Fourth Avenue S.
Kent, WA. 98032-5895
DATE: October 11, 2016
TO: Public Safety Committee
SUBJECT: 2016-2017 Police Service Agreements with Kent School District -
Recommend
MOTION: Move to recommend council authorize the mayor to sign the Police
Services Agreement and School Resource Officer Agreement between the Kent
Police Department and the Kent School District for the 2016-2017 school year,
subject to final contract terms and conditions acceptable to the police chief and
city attorney.
SUMMARY: The Kent Police Department and the Kent School District have partnered for
many years to provide school resource officers for various Kent schools, as well as a
commander to serve as a liaison and safety advisor to the District.
The School Resource Officer Agreement provides that the City will assign one police officer
to split his or her time between Kent-Meridian High School and Mill Creek Middle School,
and another officer to split his or her time between Kentridge High School and Meridian
Middle School. The officers will work in the assigned schools to respond to school safety
related incidents, assist in emergency planning, and generally provide for a safe and
productive learning environment for students.
The Police Services Agreement provides that the City will assign one officer of the rank of
commander or above to act as a liaison between the Department and the District, respond
to school safety incidents as appropriate, provide school safety related advice to
administration, and assist in emergency management planning.
In exchange for providing the services called for in the agreements, the District will
reimburse the City for 60% of the officers’ total compensation (salary plus benefits), and
25% of the commander’s total compensation. The agreements may be extended for three
additional terms, and if extended, the reimbursements will increase in accordance with
any increase to the total compensation of the assigned officers and commander.
Exhibit: 2016-2017 Police Services Agreement and School Resource Officer Agreement
Budget Impact: Income for payment of portion of salaries
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Police Services Agreement
Between the Kent Police Department and the Kent School District
2016 – 2017
THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into by and between the City of Kent and
the Kent Police Department, hereinafter referred to collectively as the
“Department,” and the Kent School District, hereinafter referred to as the “District.”
RECITALS
The District desires to fill the position of School Safety Services Liaison with a law
enforcement officer who is employed by the Department and holds the rank of
Commander or higher, and who can bring valuable experience and provide advice
to District safety officers.
The Department desires that its senior officers have the opportunity to: (a)
partner with a large local school district in the community; (b) gain valuable
administrative, command, and community relations experience; and (c) experience
unique professional growth and development.
The District and Department share a compelling common value in seeing that the
community enjoys a safe, secure environment for its students and staff.
NOW, THEREFORE, and in consideration of the mutual promises set forth herein,
the parties mutually agree as follows:
AGREEMENT
1. TERM
This Agreement shall be effective from September 1, 2016, through August 31,
2017, subject to any prior termination as provided herein and unless extended by
written agreement of the parties. If this Agreement is signed on a date after the
commencement of the 2016-2017 school year, the terms of this Agreement shall
apply retroactively to the first date services are provided by the City to the District,
or September 1, 2016, whichever date is earlier.
The parties may opt to extend the term of this Agreement, on the same terms and
conditions as in effect just prior to the then-current end of term, for up to three (3)
successive periods of twelve (12) months each, pursuant to the procedure outlined
in this Agreement. The Mayor is authorized to approve and execute said extensions,
without further authorization of the City Council.
The parties shall mutually agree in writing no later than May 1st of the then-current
term whether the parties will opt to extend this Agreement for an additional twelve
(12) months (September 1 – August 31) or will let the Agreement expire at the end
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of the then-current term, or if all three (3) extension have been optioned, then this
Agreement will default to expire at the end of the then-current term.
Prior to May 1st the parties agree to hold a progress meeting.
2. DUTIES OF THE DEPARTMENT
The Department with the District’s approval shall provide an officer the rank of
Commander or higher to serve as the District’s School Safety Services Liaison,
hereafter referred to as “Liaison,” for the purpose of assisting with communication
and logistics between the two organizations relating to school safety.
Such assistance shall include, but not be limited to:
a. Provide advice and direction to personnel regarding best practices
to help ensure a safe and secure learning environment.
b. Respond to school incidents as necessary.
c. Periodically review and recommend revisions to the procedures and
protocols for school safety.
d. Support administrators and staff with school safety inquiries and/or
needs for assistance.
e. Assist in the development of Kent School District emergency
management practices and procedures.
f. Assist in the establishment and implementation of emergency
operation procedures and threat assessment procedures for buildings.
g. Help establish and maintain security procedures focused on prevention
of problems in schools and the community.
h. Help foster an attitude promoting a safe school environment.
i. Present the monthly safety services report to the Board.
j. Attend the monthly safety services meeting.
The Department shall provide the Liaison a vehicle, radio communication, cellular
phone, uniform, and other necessary equipment provided to the Department’s on-
duty commanders to enable the Liaison to perform his/her duties with the District.
The District shall provide the use of office space, mobile computer or similar device,
and a District email account to the Liaison.
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3. CONSIDERATION
In consideration of those services provided under this Agreement, the District shall
provide the Liaison with the unique opportunity to obtain administration and
community relations experience. The Liaison will be considered a part of the
Superintendent’s Cabinet and the District Leadership Team.
The total compensation for an officer the rank of Commander or higher to serve as
the School Safety Services Liaison position for the length of this Agreement is set
forth in Attachment A to this Agreement. Attachment A reflects the District’s
agreement to reimburse the Department twenty-five percent (25%) of the total
compensation (salaries/benefits) for one officer the rank of Commander or higher,
as mutually agreed by the parties in Attachment A. The twenty-five percent (25%)
reimbursement obligation of the total compensation amount shall be spread across
twelve (12) approximately equal monthly payments payable to the Department;
provided, in the event this Agreement is executed after the term of this Agreement
begins, the District shall pay the total compensation as set forth in Attachment A,
but will have fewer months to make such payments. The District shall pay said
reimbursement upon submission by the Department of a monthly invoice.
Annual Cost Rate Increases.
For each successive twelve-month period this Agreement is extended beyond the
then-current term, the parties agree that the total compensation (salaries/benefits)
shall increase based on the actual costs as provided by the City of Kent.
4. WORK SCHEDULE
The Liaison shall be on duty with the District, as needed, to fulfill the duties
outlined in Section 2 above. The parties will coordinate the Liaison’s schedule, to
the best extent practicable, to ensure the needs of the District and the Department
are both adequately fulfilled.
5. MODIFICATION
No waiver or modification of the Agreement or any covenants, conditions, or
limitations herein contained shall be valid unless in writing and duly executed by
the parties, and no evidence of any waiver of modification shall be offered or
received in evidence during any proceedings or litigation between the parties
unless such waiver or modification is in writing duly executed as aforesaid. The
parties further agree that the provisions of this section may not be waived except
as herein set forth.
6. TERMINATION OF AGREEMENT
This Agreement may be terminated without cause at any time by mutual
agreement of the parties or by either party sixty (60) days following the other
party’s receipt of written intent to terminate.
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Each party shall have the right to cancel and immediately terminate the Agreement
without prior notice upon breach of the Agreement by the other party.
In the event of termination under this section, the Department will be entitled to
receive, to the date of such termination on a pro-rated basis, the compensation as
set forth in Section 3 above.
7. INDEMNIFICATION
To the extent permitted by law, the District shall defend, indemnify, and hold
harmless the Department and its officers, agents, and employees, or any of them,
from any and all claims, actions, suits, liability, loss, costs, expenses, and damages of
any nature whatsoever, arising out of any act or omission of the District, its officers,
agents, and employees or any of them relating to or arising out of the performance of
the Agreement. The District shall not defend, indemnify, or hold the Department
harmless from any claims, actions, or suits for injury, damage, or loss of any kind
caused by the negligence of the Department, its officers, agents, and employees or
any of them where the District did not contribute to such negligence.
Similarly, the Department shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the District and
its officers, directors, agents, and employees, or any of them from any and all claims,
actions, suits, liability, loss, costs, expenses, and damages of any nature whatsoever,
out of any act or omission of the Department, its officers, agents, and employees, or
any of them in the performance of this Agreement. The Department shall not defend,
indemnify, or hold the District harmless from any claims, actions, or suits for injury,
damage, or loss of any kind caused by the negligence of the District, its officers,
directors, agents, and employees or any of them where the Department did not
contribute to such negligence.
Notwithstanding any other provision of this Agreement, in executing this Agreement,
the Department does not assume liability or responsibility for, or in any way release
the District from, any liability or responsibility which arises in whole or in part from
the existence, effect, or enforcement of District policies, rules, or regulations or the
acts of District employees, volunteers, or students. If any cause, claim, suit, action,
or administrative proceedings is commenced in which the enforceability or validity of
any District policy, rule, or regulation is at issue, the District shall defend the
enforceability or validity of the policy, rule, or regulation at its sole expense, and if
judgment is entered or damages are awarded against the District, the Department or
both, the District shall satisfy the same, including all chargeable costs and attorney’s
fees.
8. MEDICAL/HEALTH AND WORKERS COMPENSATION BENEFITS
In the event of any injury, illness, or death of the Liaison, the Liaison shall be
considered an employee of the Department while acting in performance of this
Agreement, and the Department agrees to extend to the Liaison the
medical/health and workers’ compensation benefits and other compensation, to the
same extent and in the same manner as if such injury, illness, or death had
occurred during the regular work assignment in and for the Department.
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9. LIAISON OF SCHOOL SAFETY IS AN EMPLOYEE OF THE DEPARTMENT
The Liaison shall, at all times, be considered an employee of the Department, and
shall for no purpose be considered an employee of the District. The District shall
have no obligation to provide the Liaison with any workers’ compensation or other
benefits, and the salary of the Liaison shall be paid in full by the Department.
10. VENUE STIPULATION
This Agreement shall be construed as having been made and delivered within the
State of Washington, and the laws of the State of Washington shall be applicable to
its construction and enforcement. Any action at law, suit in equity, or judicial
proceeding for the enforcement of this Agreement or any provision hereto shall
be instituted in King County, Washington.
11. COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS
In carrying out the terms of this Agreement, the parties agree to comply with
all applicable federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, and regulations, including
but not necessarily limited to the laws pertaining to civil rights and laws pertaining
to the District and Department. In carrying out this Agreement, the parties agree
that they will not in any way discriminate against others on the basis of race, color,
national origin, sex, age, creed, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status,
or disability.
12. NOTICES
All notices shall be in writing and shall be sent by registered mail to the parties at
their recognized business addresses.
13. HEADINGS
The article headings contained in this Agreement are inserted solely as a matter of
convenience and for reference and in no way do they define, limit, or describe the
scope or intent of the provisions of this Agreement.
14. AGREEMENTS OUTSIDE OF THIS AGREEMENT
This Agreement contains the complete agreement between the parties and shall, as
of the effective date hereof, supersede all agreements, either written or oral,
between the parties. The parties agree that neither of them has made any
representations with respect to the subject matter of the Agreement except such
representation as are specifically set forth herein, and each party acknowledges
that it has relied on its own judgment in entering into this Agreement.
15. RATIFICATION
All acts consistent with the authority of this Agreement and prior to its effective
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date are ratified and affirmed, and the terms of this Agreement shall be deemed to
have applied.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have affixed their signatures on the dates
below.
Kent School District City of Kent / Kent Police Department
Dr. Calvin J. Watts (Superintendent) Suzette Cooke (Mayor)
Date Date
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ATTACHMENT ‘A’ TO POLICE SERVICES AGREEMENT
The parties agree that the total cost to the Department to provide a School Safety
Services Liaison with a law enforcement officer who is employed by the Department
and holds the rank of Commander or higher to the District in accordance with the
terms of this Agreement is $170,859.93, regardless of actual salary or benefit
adjustments that may be made by the Department for the Commander.
The District’s reimbursement obligation, which is twenty-five percent (25%) of the
total cost to the Department for the Liaison provided to the District, equals
$42,714.98. This sum will be considered the District’s total reimbursement obligation
for the Liaison provided by the Department for the duration of the performance period
of this Agreement, regardless of actual salary or benefit adjustments that may be
made by the Department for its officer the rank of Commander or higher.
The District shall pay said reimbursement in twelve (12) approximately equal monthly
payments spread over a one-year period starting September 1, 2016 with each
payment being made upon submission by the Department of a monthly invoice;
provided, in the event this Agreement is executed after the term of this Agreement
begins, the District shall pay the total compensation as set forth in this Attachment,
but will have fewer months to make such payments.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have affixed their signature on the dates below.
KENT SCHOOL DISTRICT CITY OF KENT/KENT POLICE DEPARTMENT
Dr. Calvin J. Watts, Superintendent Suzette Cooke, Mayor
Date Date
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SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER (SRO) AGREEMENT
BETWEEN THE KENT POLICE DEPARTMENT
AND
THE KENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
2016-2017
THIS SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER (SRO) AGREEMENT (hereinafter “Agreement”) is made and entered
into by and between the City of Kent and its Kent Police Department (hereinafter referred to collectively
as the “Department”) and the Kent School District (hereinafter referred to as the “District”) for the
provision of School Resource Officers (SROs).
WHEREAS, the District desires to have the presence and assistance on school campuses of
commissioned law enforcement officers who can work collaboratively with school personnel to enforce
the law while building healthy relationships with students of the District;
WHEREAS, the Department desires to partner with local school districts and seeks an opportunity for its
officers to positively impact the community; and
WHEREAS, the District and the Department share a compelling common value in seeing that the
community enjoys a safe, sustainable, healthy, and respectful learning environment for its students and
staff;
NOW, THEREFORE, for and in consideration of the mutual promises set forth herein, the parties hereto
mutually agree as follows:
1. TERM
The Agreement shall be effective September 1, 2016 through August 31, 2017, subject to any prior
termination as provided herein and unless extended by written agreement of parties hereto.
The parties may opt to extend the term of this Agreement, on the same terms and conditions as
in effect just prior to the then-current end of term, for up to three (3) successive periods of
twelve (12) months each, pursuant to the procedure outlined in this Agreement. The Mayor is
authorized to approve and execute said extensions, without further authorization of the City
Council.
The parties shall mutually agree in writing no later than May 1st of the then-current term whether
the parties will opt to extend this Agreement for an additional twelve (12) months (September 1 –
August 31) or will let the Agreement expire at the end of the then-current term, or if all three (3)
extension have been optioned, then this Agreement will default to expire at the end of the then-
current term.
Prior to May 1st the parties agree to hold a progress meeting.
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2. DUTIES OF THE DEPARTMENT AND ASSIGNED SROs
The Department shall provide two (2) commissioned police officers to work as SROs in the District
on days in which school is in session during the normal school year plus two workshop days, and one
week after the last day of school. In addition, SROs will work on July 4, and up to ten business days
scheduled in the month of August for academy training prior to the start of school for the purpose
of assisting school personnel in enforcing the law and maintaining a safe, sustainable, healthy, and
respectful learning environment for students and staff. The placement of a particular officer in the
role of SRO will be a decision mutually agreed upon by the Department and District.
a. One SRO will be assigned to the campuses of Kent-Meridian High School and Mill Creek Middle
School, with time split between the campuses as deemed appropriate by school administrators
and the respective school principals.
b. One SRO will be assigned to the campuses of Kentridge High School and Meridian Middle
School, with time split between the campuses as deemed appropriate by school administrators
and the respective school principals.
c. Each SRO shall respond to school incidents in the District as necessary and support District
administrators and staff with school safety inquiries and/or needs for assistance.
d. Each SRO will provide assistance to enforce the law on school grounds, conduct investigations as
necessary, and advise/consult with school personnel regarding best practices for ensuring a safe
and secure learning environment.
e. Each SRO will develop a daily routine that ensures high visibility to staff, students, parents and
community stakeholders.
f. Each SRO will have access to education records of District students consistent with access
available to members of the District’s Safety Services, but the Department acknowledges that
each SRO is restricted in the same manner as other District personnel by the Family Educational
Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), 20 U.S.C. 1232g, accompanying regulations, corresponding state
law, and District policies from nonconsensual disclosure of such records to third parties without
lawful authorization.
g. Each SRO will be a positive adult role model and will develop positive relationships with
students that promote learning and citizenship.
h. Each SRO will work collaboratively with the District’s Safety Services Director, including the
preparation of reports as needed regarding school safety activity for the Superintendent and
Board of Directors.
i. Each SRO will assist, as needed, in the establishment and implementation of emergency
operation procedures and threat assessment procedures for buildings.
j. Each SRO will assist with contacting truant children and their parents.
k. Each SRO will perform other duties as mutually agreed upon by the Kent School District and the
Department.
l. The Department reserves the right to utilize one or both of the SROs for emergency Department
operational needs as determined or declared by the Department’s Chief of Police and the mayor
of the City of Kent. Emergency operational needs include but are not limited to the following:
severe staffing shortages, natural and/or manmade disasters, or unforeseen city emergencies. In
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the event that such an emergency arises, the Department will make reasonable efforts to give
timely advanced notice to the District and will make reasonable efforts to minimize the duration
of their utilization. The Department will also refund the District for all time that one or both
SROs are not performing work for the District pursuant to this section 2(l).
3. CONSIDERATION
The total compensation for two (2) commissioned officers for the length of this Agreement is set
forth in Attachment A to this Agreement. Attachment A reflects the District’s agreement to
reimburse the Department sixty percent (60%) of the total compensation (salaries/benefits) for two
(2) commissioned SROs for the days they work for the District, as mutually agreed by the parties in
Attachment A. The sixty percent (60%) reimbursement obligation of the total compensation amount
shall be spread across twelve (12) approximately equal monthly payments payable to the
Department; provided, in the event this Agreement is executed after the term of this Agreement
begins, the District shall pay the total compensation as set forth in Attachment A, but will have
fewer months to make such payments. The District shall pay said reimbursement upon submission
by the Department of a monthly invoice.
Annual Cost Rate Increases.
For each successive twelve-month period this Agreement is extended beyond the then-current
term, the parties agree that the total compensation (salaries/benefits) shall increase based on the
actual costs as provided by the City of Kent.
4. WORK SCHEDULE
It is the intent of this Agreement that the SROs work during scheduled class times and cover the
start of school and release of school. Each SRO shall work other hours and days agreed upon by the
District, Department, and the officer providing the services; provided, that each SRO’s work
schedule shall be subject to the terms and conditions set forth in his or her collective bargaining
agreement, which sets forth hours of work, days off, vacation, holidays, etc. One SRO will be
assigned to work Monday through Thursday. The second SRO will be assigned to work Tuesday
through Friday.
5. OVERTIME
Costs associated with approved overtime for District business shall be paid by the District, except
that costs associated with overtime for any Department trainings or functions not relating to District
business will be paid by the Department. Overtime costs for District business shall be determined
by the officers’ collective bargaining agreement with the City of Kent.
6. MODIFICATION
No waiver or modification of this Agreement or any covenants, conditions, or limitations herein
contained shall be valid unless in writing and duly executed by the parties to be charged therewith;
and no evidence of any waiver of modification shall be offered or received in evidence of any
proceeding or litigation between the parties hereto arising out of or affecting this Agreement, or the
rights or obligations of the parties hereunder, unless such waiver or modification is in writing duly
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executed as aforesaid; and the parties further agree that the provisions of this section may not be
waived except as herein set forth.
7. TERMINATION OF AGREEMENT
This Agreement may be terminated without cause at any time by mutual agreement of the parties
hereto, or by either party after thirty (30) days following the other party’s receipt of a written intent
to terminate.
Each party shall have the right to cancel and immediately terminate this Agreement without prior
notice upon material breach of the Agreement by the other party.
In the event of termination under this section, the Department will be entitled to receive, to the
date of such termination on a pro rata basis, the compensation as set forth in section 3 above.
In addition, each party shall have the right to remove a specific SRO from District. Any officer
selected to replace an SRO will be mutually agreed upon by the Department and District as set forth
in section 2 above.
8. TRAINING
The District agrees to permit SROs to attend training sessions required by the Department, provided
the Department notifies the District of such training ten (10) calendar days in advance. The
Department shall provide the District’s Chief School Operations & Academic Support Officer, who
oversees the District’s Safety Services department, notice sufficiently in advance to allow the District
to make other security arrangements in the absence of a school’s SRO. The District may likewise
provide training to SROs on school in-service days.
9. INDEMNIFICATION
To the extent permitted by law, the District shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the
Department and its officers, agents, and employees, or any of them, from any and all claims,
actions, suits, liability, loss, costs, expenses, and damages of any nature whatsoever, arising out of
any act or omission of the District, its officers, agents, and employees or any of them relating to or
arising out of the performance of the Agreement. The District shall not defend, indemnify, or hold
the Department harmless from any claims, actions, or suits for injury, damage, or loss of any kind
caused by the negligence of the Department, its officers, agents, and employees or any of them
where the District did not contribute to such negligence.
Similarly, the Department shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the District and its officers,
directors, agents, and employees, or any of them from any and all claims, actions, suits, liability,
loss, costs, expenses, and damages of any nature whatsoever, out of any act or omission of the
Department, its officers, agents, and employees, or any of them in the performance of this
Agreement. The Department shall not defend, indemnify, or hold the District harmless from any
claims, actions, or suits for injury, damage, or loss of any kind caused by the negligence of the
District, its officers, directors, agents, and employees or any of them where the Department did not
contribute to such negligence.
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Notwithstanding any other provision of this Agreement, in executing this Agreement, the
Department does not assume liability or responsibility for, or in any way release the District from,
any liability or responsibility which arises in whole or in part from the existence, effect, or
enforcement of District policies, rules, or regulations or the acts of District employees, volunteers, or
students. If any cause, claim, suit, action, or administrative proceedings is commenced in which the
enforceability or validity of any District policy, rule, or regulation is at issue, the District shall defend
the enforceability or validity of the policy, rule, or regulation at its sole expense, and if judgment is
entered or damages are awarded against the District, the Department or both, the District shall
satisfy the same, including all chargeable costs and attorney’s fees.
10. MEDICAL/HEALTH AND WORKER’ COMPENSATION BENEFITS
In the event of any injury to, or the illness or death of, an SRO, such officer will be considered an
employee of the Department while acting in performance of this Agreement, and the Department
agrees to extend to any Department SRO the medical/health and workers’ compensation benefits
and other compensation, to the same extent and in the same manner as in such injury, illness, or
death had occurred during regular work assignment in and for the Department. Any SRO provided
pursuant to this Agreement is not an employee of the District, and the District shall have no
obligation to provide an SRO with any workers’ compensation or other benefits.
11. VENUE STIPULATION
This Agreement shall be construed as having been made and delivered within the state of
Washington, and the laws of the state of Washington shall be applicable to its construction and
enforcement. Any action at law, suit in equity, or judicial proceeding for the enforcement of this
Agreement or any provision hereto shall be instituted in King County, Washington.
12. COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS
The parties hereto agree to, in carrying out the terms of this Agreement, comply with all applicable
federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, and regulations, including but not necessarily limited to,
the laws pertaining to civil rights and laws pertaining to the District and the Department. The
Department and its officers, agents and employees in carrying out this Agreement agree that they
will not in any way discriminate against others on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color,
national origin, age, honorably discharged veteran or military status, sexual orientation including
gender expression or identity, or the presence of any sensory, mental or physical disability.
13. NOTICES
All notices given herein shall be in writing and shall be sent by personal service or registered mail to
the parties at their recognized business addresses. For the District, notice shall be sent by personal
service or registered mail to the District’s Chief School Operations & Academic Support Officer who
oversees the District’s Safety Services.
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14. HEADINGS
The article headings contained in this Agreement are inserted solely as a matter of convenience and
for reference and in no way do they define, limit, or describe the scope or intent of the provisions of
this Agreement.
15. AGREEMENTS OUTSIDE OF THIS AGREEMENT
This Agreement contains the complete agreement between the parties and shall, as of the effective
date hereof, supersede all agreements, either written or oral, between the parties. The parties
agree that neither of them has made any representation with respect to the subject matter of this
Agreement or any representations, including the executing and delivery hereof, except such
representations as are specifically set forth herein, and each of the parties hereto acknowledges
that it has relied on its own judgment in entering into this Agreement.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have affixed their signature on the dates below.
KENT SCHOOL DISTRICT CITY OF KENT/KENT POLICE DEPARTMENT
Dr. Calvin J. Watts, Superintendent Suzette Cooke, Mayor
Date Date
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ATTACHMENT ‘A’ TO SRO AGREEMENT
The parties agree that the total cost to the Department to provide SROs to the District in accordance
with the terms of this Agreement is $257,110.62, regardless of actual salary or benefit adjustments that
may be made by the Department for its officers.
The District’s reimbursement obligation, which is sixty percent (60%) of the total cost to the Department
for the SROs provided to the District, equals $ 154,266.37. Unless overtime is authorized by the District
in accordance with Section 6, or the Agreement modified as set forth in Section 6, this sum will be
considered the District’s total reimbursement obligation for all SROs provided by the Department for the
duration of the performance period of this Agreement, regardless of actual salary or benefit
adjustments that may be made by the Department for its officers, subject to the Department’s
obligations to refund the District as set forth in section 2(l) .
The District shall pay said reimbursement in twelve (12) approximately equal monthly payments spread
over a one-year period starting September 1, 2016 with each payment being made upon submission by
the Department of a monthly invoice; provided, in the event this Agreement is executed after the term
of this Agreement begins, the District shall pay the total compensation as set forth in this Attachment,
but will have fewer months to make such payments.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have affixed their signature on the dates below.
KENT SCHOOL DISTRICT CITY OF KENT/KENT POLICE DEPARTMENT
Dr. Calvin J. Watts, Superintendent Suzette Cooke, Mayor
Date Date
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POLICE DEPARTMENT
Ken Thomas, Chief of Police
Phone: 253-856-5800
Fax: 253-856-6802
Address: 220 Fourth Avenue S.
Kent, WA. 98032-5895
DATE: October 11, 2016
TO: Public Safety Committee
SUBJECT: Police Chief’s Update – Information Only
Information Only
SUMMARY: Chief Thomas will present information regarding the current events affecting
the police department.
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