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Churchill County sheriff seeks to restore positions, replace aging equipment and shore up jail costs
Summary
The sheriff asked the board to restore six positions that he said were previously removed, increase contracted services and overtime, and fund capital replacements (tasers, in-car cameras, laptops and vehicles); commissioners pressed on hiring feasibility and line-item responsibilities.
Sheriff Ross presented the sheriff's office budget and defended a package of personnel and equipment requests intended to bring operational accounts back to historically expected levels. “If we withhold stuff and we don't give you all of what we as the sheriff's office need, I'm not doing my job,” the sheriff said, arguing the office must present a thorough list so the board can make fully informed…
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