Indian River County commissioners voted 3‑2 on Oct. 21 to table consideration of a fiscal‑year 2025‑26 budget amendment for the Indian River County Sheriff's Office until outstanding issues related to the county budget and intergovernmental relations are resolved.

A county representative asked the board to delay the item until "such time all issues concerning the budget are resolved and we have clear direction," saying the amendment should be postponed. Commissioners debated whether the amendment represented an emergency or could await further clarification of funding sources. The board chair framed the action as a gesture toward resolving tensions between the county and the sheriff's office.

According to comments during the meeting, the sheriff's office requested approximately $99,000 for several items: $18,000 for stainless‑steel inmate security toilets, $68,000 for Willow locks and electronic swipe systems to improve facility security and reliability, and an unspecified remainder to cover other jail needs. County staff noted they were concerned that the source of funds could affect reserves if the amendment were approved before outstanding budget issues were clarified.

After discussion, a motion to accept the county administrator’s recommendation to delay the amendment carried by a 3‑2 vote. The transcript records the board's action as "Motion carries 3 at 2 with myself dissenting." No further budget action on the sheriff's amendment occurred at the Oct. 21 meeting.