WAYLAND, Ky. (WMDJ) — Residents of Wayland could soon see law enforcement services return to the city through an agreement with the Floyd County Sheriff's Office.

The Wayland City Commission recently approved a memorandum of understanding that would allow the sheriff's office to provide law enforcement services within the city.

According to the agreement, deputies would handle patrols, criminal investigations, emergency and non-emergency calls, traffic enforcement and other duties typically performed by a police department.

Wayland has reportedly been without a police officer for about a year.

Under the agreement, the city will pay the Floyd County Sheriff's Office $1,500 per month for the services.

The memorandum states the sheriff's office will operate as an independent contractor while providing law enforcement coverage for the city.