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A crucial vote is set to take place tonight (December 10) in Kyserike to decide if armed guards will be stationed in every building of the Rondout Valley Central School District. The proposal includes hiring two police officers and two private security officers for the district. The vote will occur at 7 p.m. at the high school located at 122 Kyserike Road.
Superintendent Paul Spadaro has expressed the need for security in each school while classes are in session, aiming to enhance safety measures. However, the decision has sparked debate among community members. Some parents and residents are concerned that introducing more guns into schools may not effectively prevent violence.
The Daily Freeman reported that the school board is considering a contract with Atlas Security Services Inc. to provide the armed guards. The discussion around this proposal has raised issues about transparency and community involvement in the decision-making process.
The proposal for armed security was initially advertised in local publications, including The Daily Freeman and The Shawangunk Journal, as part of a request for proposals. The outcome of tonight's vote will determine the future security measures for the district's schools.