Perry County adopts sheriff salary schedule tying pay to experience and training

Jan 23, 2026

Council adopted Ordinance No. 26-2, a sheriff salary schedule linking pay to years of service, rank and training certifications. The ordinance passed unanimously; commissioners said the change aims to retain deputies amid recruitment challenges.

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The county adopted Ordinance No. 26-2, establishing a new sheriff salary schedule and compensation policy that ties pay increases to years of service, rank and certified training. The ordinance passed by unanimous vote (6-0).

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