BHSU campus officer agreement
Summary
A three-year MOU puts a city police officer on the Black Hills State University campus, paid for by the university, to respond to crimes while campus security handles policy violations. It responds to state laws allowing concealed carry on campus.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Aug 3, 2026.
Impact analysis
BHSU covers the officer's base pay, insurance and gear; the city picks up overtime and family-plan costs.
Students, faculty, and campus visitors get an armed, experienced officer on site.
One officer is pulled from patrol staffing, creating a temporary vacancy in city coverage.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council - Aug 3, 2026
A three-year MOU puts a city police officer on the Black Hills State University campus, paid for by the university, to respond to crimes while campus security handles policy violations. It responds to state laws allowing concealed carry on campus.
City Council - Jul 29, 2026
A three-year MOU would put an armed police officer on the BHSU campus following state legislation allowing concealed carry on campuses, with BHSU working toward its own armed security during that period.
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