# Mobile County Extends School Resource Officer Contract

Mobile County Commission has unanimously reauthorized a **$1.06 million** annual contract with the Mobile County Sheriff's Office to provide 12 school resource officers (SROs) for public high schools in Mobile, Alabama. Funded by the Mobile County Public School System, this contract renewal reflects ongoing efforts to enhance school security amid broader discussions to expand law enforcement presence in city schools. This procurement action aligns with a nationwide trend to increase SRO deployment following heightened concerns about school safety.

- The contract supports a dedicated law enforcement presence in Mobile County high schools, emphasizing the importance of sworn officers in educational settings as stated by Sheriff Paul Burch.
- Procurement professionals should note the role of local government entities including the Mobile County Commission and Public School System in funding and managing SRO programs.
- This extension signals potential future opportunities for law enforcement service contracts in school security within Alabama and similar jurisdictions.
- Contractors specializing in public safety and law enforcement staffing may find increased demand as school districts prioritize security enhancements.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Public Safety
**Topics:** Contracting Vehicles
**Published:** September 14, 2026

### Government Entities
- Mobile County Sheriff's Office
- Mobile County Public School System
- Mobile County Commission
- Mobile Police Department
- Mobile City Council

### Key Quotes
> It is important to have sworn law enforcement officers in all schools within the Mobile County School System.
> — Paul Burch, Sheriff

### Sources
- [Mobile County extends $1.06 million school resource officer program for high schools](https://www.yahoo.com/news/us/articles/mobile-county-extends-1-06-203315570.html) - Yahoo