Rockwall County hears sheriffrequests for dispatch staffing and pay increases

Sep 4, 2025

Sheriff Garrett told commissioners the county's emergency communications center needs three additional dispatch positions and pay adjustments to remain competitive and to staff three active consoles 24/7; commissioners asked for usage data and reconsideration of how partner cities share costs.

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Sheriff Garrett told the Rockwall County Commissioners Court on Sept. 4 that the county's emergency communications center needs three additional dispatch positions and pay adjustments to sustain 24-hour, seven-day coverage and support multiagency operations.

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