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Sheriff asks board for higher pay grades, equipment replacements and dispatch upgrades as vacancies rise
Summary
Sheriff presented personnel proposals to raise justice-center deputy pay grades, add an intermediate step between deputy and sergeant, and budgeted for vehicles, body‑worn cameras, tasers and an East Grand Forks dispatch upgrade; commissioners discussed retention and regional dispatch options.
Sheriff’s office leadership presented a series of personnel and capital requests tied to recruitment and retention challenges.
Staff outlined a proposal to move justice‑center deputies from grade 11 to 13, estimated additional recurring cost (salary and benefits) and said the office is currently short four patrol-capable positions (three at the justice center and one in patrol). The…
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