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Dr. Scott Collins, Superintendent of the MSD of Decatur Township, joins with all Marion County Superintendents to endorse the Youth Curfew Proposal for Indianapolis. Please see full press release below.
INDIANAPOLIS, IN — In response to recent events and the urgent call for action to protect our city’s youth, the ten Marion County superintendents have announced their full support for Proposal No. 232, introduced by Councilor Leroy Robinson to extend youth curfew hours in Marion County.
The proposed ordinance would begin curfew hours two hours earlier than current law, restricting unsupervised public access for minors between 9 p.m. and 5 a.m. Sunday through Thursday, and 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. Friday and Saturday for youth ages 15 to 17. For those under 15, the curfew would apply daily from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m.
According to the group:
As leaders, we see firsthand the promise and potential of our young people as well as the responsibility we share—as educators, parents, and community leaders—to ensure their safety and well-being. We are proud of our students’ achievements, but we are even more proud of the values they embody. A curfew reinforces those values. It sends a clear message that our community stands united in protecting our youth and investing in their future.
This proposal is not about punishment—it’s about prevention. It’s about creating the conditions for our youth to thrive, not just survive. It’s about reclaiming our streets, our neighborhoods, and our collective peace of mind.
The superintendents collectively urge residents to contact their City-County Council representative and voice support for Proposal No. 232. The ordinance will be reviewed by the Public Safety and Criminal Justice Committee on July 16 at 5:30 p.m., where public comment is welcomed.
