PXU Governing Board Special Meeting - July 30, 2026

The Phoenix Union High School District Governing Board held a special meeting on July 30, 2026, primarily to discuss and approve an intergovernmental agreement (IGA) with the City of Phoenix regarding the deployment of School Resource Officers (SROs) on district campuses. The meeting included public comments emphasizing the importance of student and staff safety and the need for accountability and safeguards in the SRO program. Superintendent Andrade detailed the updated IGA provisions, which included enhanced disciplinary history access for SROs, clear delineation of roles regarding investigations and searches, protocols for arrests and physical interventions, and accommodations for students with special needs. Board members discussed the selection process for SROs, the possibility of meet-and-greet sessions prior to deployment, and procedures for addressing complaints against SROs. The board voted to approve the IGA with a majority in favor, thereby formalizing the partnership with the City of Phoenix to ensure a layered safety system on campuses.