Sheriff reports traffic citations drop amid holiday weekend safety efforts

The Sawyer County government meeting held on July 3, 2025, focused on updates from various departments, including the Clerk of Courts and the Sheriff's Office.

The meeting began with a light-hearted comment regarding the absence of judges, suggesting they might be preoccupied with leisure activities. This was followed by the Clerk of Courts, Marge, who reported that her office is now fully staffed. She noted that Phil, the criminal clerk, has returned from paternity leave, and Hannah, the new civil small claims probate clerk, is quickly acclimating to her role. Marge expressed satisfaction with the current operations, acknowledging that while things are running smoothly, there are always minor challenges.

Next, the Sheriff provided an update on law enforcement activities. He reported a decrease in patrol call volume, with 684 calls logged in June, down from 865 in May. The Sheriff detailed the issuance of 28 traffic citations, 20 written warnings, and 8 non-traffic citations during the reporting period. He also reported 16 total crashes, including 2 with personal injuries, but no fatalities so far this month. The Sheriff emphasized the importance of maintaining safety during the upcoming holiday weekend and noted that the total number of crashes for the year stands at 134, with 25 resulting in personal injury and 1 fatality, aligning with the five-year average.

The meeting concluded with no further questions from the attendees, highlighting a focus on public safety and operational efficiency within the county's departments.