Commissioners announced that 9‑1‑1 director Jimmy Miller will assume the role of county Emergency Management Agency (EMA) director effective Jan. 1, 2026. Mark O'Hare has notified the county of his intent to retire; commissioners publicly thanked O'Hare for his years of service.

The board said Miller will retain 9‑1‑1 director duties in addition to the EMA director role and that combining the positions will reduce salary costs for the county. A precise savings figure was not provided at the meeting; a commissioner estimated a savings but said they did not have the exact number on hand.

Commissioners said Miller and O'Hare will work together over the coming months to ensure a smooth transition. The announcement was informational and no formal vote was recorded on the item at the meeting.