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Deschutes County commissioners appoint Capt. Ty Rupert as interim sheriff
Summary
The Deschutes County Board of Commissioners voted to appoint Capt. Ty Rupert as interim sheriff for an 18-month term ahead of the 2026 election; Commissioner Chang abstained.
The Deschutes County Board of Commissioners on July 29 appointed Captain Ty Rupert as interim sheriff, approving board order 2025-031 and naming him to serve an 18-month term that will span the run-up to the 2026 election.
Commissioners said the primary aims of the appointment are to provide stability and continuity for the sheriff’s office, maintain fiscal discipline during an active budget period and preserve conditions for a fair election next year.…
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