Lakeport Police Department appoints new school resource officer
LAKEPORT, Calif. — The Lakeport Police Department said it is staffing a full-time school resource police officer on the campuses of the Lakeport Unified School District.
The new school resource officer, Aaron Hodges, began his assignment on Monday, the department said.
Hodges attended Lakeport schools and is a graduate of Clear Lake High School.
Lakeport Police Chief Brad Rasmussen said the school resource officer program is made possible by a funding partnership between the Lakeport Unified School Board and the Lakeport City Council.
“We appreciate the support and commitment of this program from the city and school district administrations and the school board and council members,” Rasmussen said.
Rasmussen said all of the officials involved believe that placement of a police officer on the school grounds will greatly enhance the safety of all students, staff and visitors on the campuses.
“Additionally, as past experience has shown, we can assist students and have a positive impact on their learning environment and their lives,” Rasmussen said.
He encouraged anyone with questions about the program to contact the police or school district administrations.
Officer Hodges can be reached through the Clear Lake High School office at 707-262-3010.