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RTP Foundation donation to sheriff’s office funds facility upfit; county realigns five positions for staffing
Summary
Commissioners approved an RTP Foundation donation and associated upfit for space the sheriff's office will staff. County staff said the gift will cover upfit costs and that five full-time positions were realigned in the sheriff's budget for operations; commissioners asked how cost overruns and staffing will be handled.
Durham County commissioners approved a consent-item partnership with the Research Triangle Foundation that includes funding to upfit space for sheriff’s office services and staffing support.
The board approved the consent agenda motion that included the item; the consent agenda passed 5–0.
Commissioner Jacobs asked how the county would manage the upfit if costs exceed the donated funds and asked for more detail about staffing plans. “What happens if we don't stick within the budget that is being provided? What…
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