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Burleson County approves racial-profiling report, moves to pay jailer overtime amid staffing shortages

Burleson County Commissioners Court · March 3, 2026
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Summary

Burleson County Commissioners unanimously approved the sheriff’s racial profiling report and authorized overtime pay for jailers after the sheriff’s office reported multiple staffing vacancies and resource strains; the court also held a closed session on sheriff duties.

Burleson County Commissioners on March 10 unanimously approved the Sheriff’s Department racial profiling report and authorized overtime pay for jailers, responding to an acknowledged shortfall in staffing.

Sgt. Joey Garza reported to the Court that the Sheriff’s Department has openings for two jailers, three dispatchers and five — possibly…

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