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Indian River commissioners approve increased funding for sheriff pay after weeks of debate over reserves
Summary
The Board of County Commissioners approved an additional allocation to the sheriff's budget to raise deputy starting pay and give modest raises to civilian staff, after a prolonged discussion on using reserves and several hours of public comment.
The Indian River County Board of County Commissioners voted to increase funding for the sheriff's proposed budget on Wednesday, approving an additional allocation intended primarily to raise deputy starting pay and provide across-the-board increases for civilian employees.
County Administrator John Tkannitz Jr. presented the tentative fiscal year 2025-26 budget and said the county had proposed funding that included a provision to raise the sheriff's starting salary. Commissioners debated how to cover the remainder of the sheriff's request, focusing on whether to use one-time reserve funds or identify cuts elsewhere in the general fund.
Commissioners described the top priorities as retaining deputies and avoiding further loss of institutional knowledge as neighboring counties increase pay. Several commissioners urged caution…
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