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Sheriff’s office presents budget; commissioners adjourn workshop unanimously
Summary
Sheriff Mike Henley and senior detention staff presented the Avery County Sheriff’s Office and detention center budgets on May 2; commissioners questioned take‑home vehicles and planned a follow‑up budget meeting May 7; the board adjourned at 9:12 p.m. by unanimous vote.
Sheriff Mike Henley, Chief Deputy Van Williams and Chief Jailer Tracey Buchanan presented the Avery County Sheriff’s Office and detention center budget to county commissioners during the May 2 budget workshop.
Commissioners asked about operational details, including the cost and policy implications of take‑home vehicles tied to new positions. Vice‑Chair Dennis Aldridge singled out the vehicle issue for further review, noting that new positions carry additional equipment and maintenance costs.
The board scheduled the next budget meeting for Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 1:30 p.m. At the close of the workshop Wood Hall Young, Jr. moved to adjourn, Dennis Aldridge seconded, and the motion passed unanimously at 9:12 p.m. (5–0).
