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Council adopts sheriff pay matrix for 2026, agrees to review K‑9 and discretionary fund lines
Scott County Council · February 11, 2026
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Summary
After debate about a judge’s order, the Scott County Council adopted Sheriff Jerry Gooden’s pay matrix for 2026; council also instructed staff to advertise and create K‑9 and other non-tax fund lines so donated monies can be used for equipment and vet bills.
Scott County Council voted to adopt Sheriff Jerry Gooden’s pay matrix for the 2026 salary schedule after extended discussion about a judge’s agreed order and the long‑term implications of a multi‑year pay arrangement.
Gooden told the council he was relying on a court‑signed agreed order that tied 2025…
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