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Board readies timeline for potential sheriff transition after announced resignation
Summary
County leaders prepared for a possible sheriff resignation effective July 31, 2025, discussed appointment authority and timing, and tentatively set a July 11–29 window for candidate vetting and a possible appointment to reduce uncertainty for department staff.
Deschutes County commissioners discussed an anticipated resignation and potential transition in the sheriff's office during the June 25 meeting and outlined next steps pending a binding resignation.
County legal and administrative staff advised the board that, under Oregon law (ORS 236.610 et seq.), the board must appoint a person to perform the duties of sheriff until the vacancy is filled by election. Staff said the undersheriff will perform sheriff duties if the vacancy occurs and that, while the board is not…
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