The current mutual aid agreement with the City of Tarpon Springs expires on January 31, 2025. The Florida Mutual Aid Act as defined in Florida State Statute 23.1225 authorizes law enforcement agencies to enter into mutual aid agreements for operational and other types of assistance. Law enforcement mutual aid agreements between the City of New Port Richey and the City of Tarpon Springs have been in effect for over a decade.
This mutual aid agreement is essential for the police department and allows participating agencies to assist each other operationally across jurisdictional lines with law violations, natural disasters, man-made disasters, boating violations, arrests, traffic hazards, parades, special events, city events, etc. This mutual aid agreement enhances the police department’s abilities and delivery of service to our community.
City Attorney Tim Driscoll reviewed the mutual aid agreement before you and approved it as to form.