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Sheriff Amir Jones cites drops in complaints, higher overtime and staffing plans in 2026 budget presentation
Summary
Sheriff Amir Jones told county commissioners the 2026 budget will sustain operational gains — highlighting a spike in narcotics arrests, large drug seizures and investments in emergency-management drones — while commissioners pressed on overtime, vacancies and grant timing.
Sheriff Amir Jones told the Essex County Board of County Commissioners on Feb. 25 that his 2026 budget is intended to sustain recent operational gains and to continue modernization efforts.
Jones opened his presentation by citing a large increase in narcotics enforcement and a major drug seizure: “This past year, we saw a 200% increase in arrest charges, And more importantly, we've removed over $1,000,000 worth of narcotics from the streets of Essex County.” He described expanded Office of Emergency Management activity, new equipment including a dedicated drone truck, and increased patrol engagement…
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