Sheriff's Office staffing, pay, and dispatch capacity
Summary
The Sheriff wants four deputies, four dispatchers, and 12% raises for sworn officers after a salary survey showed county pay 9% below the regional average. Dispatchers handled over 15,000 calls last year with two on shift.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 30, 2026.
Impact analysis
Not quantified in the meeting; includes salaries, vehicle, fuel, and training increases.
Residents relying on patrol, jail transport, and 911 dispatch services.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Commissioners Court SPECIAL SESSION — 2026-09-30
The county will apply again for up to $500,000 in state money to fund raises for jailers and deputies.
Commissioners Court BUDGET WORKSHOP — 2026-06-23
The Sheriff wants four deputies, four dispatchers, and 12% raises for sworn officers after a salary survey showed county pay 9% below the regional average. Dispatchers handled over 15,000 calls last year with two on shift.
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