School Safety Subcommittee - August 10, 2026

The School Safety Subcommittee of LTCLowellMA met on August 10, 2026, to discuss ongoing and proposed safety measures within the Lowell Public School system. Key procurement-related topics included the development of a Request for Proposal (RFP) to identify an outside school security company for a comprehensive safety and security assessment. The subcommittee reviewed current safety initiatives such as twice-yearly school safety audits, upgrades to camera systems in multiple schools, and the potential phased rollout of advanced weapons detection technology at Lowell High School, modeled after systems used in similar large urban schools. The discussion also covered the integration of two-way radio systems with local police for improved communication, which would involve recurring costs. The subcommittee agreed to present a detailed report, including a slide deck, to the full school committee at a future meeting. Additionally, a motion was discussed to create a focus group involving police, school officials, transportation companies, and parents to improve communication and safety procedures during emergency lockdowns, with follow-up actions planned based on after-action reports from recent incidents.