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Jay County approves three‑year meal contract with Canteen Services for jail
Summary
The commissioners approved a three‑year meal contract with Canteen Services that the sheriff said would eliminate three jail cook positions; the contract may be terminated on 90 days' notice and may include employment offers for affected staff.
Sheriff Larry "Ray" Newton presented a three‑year meal contract with Canteen Services to the Jay County Commissioners during the Nov. 12 meeting. Newton said the contract was discussed as part of the 2025 budget process and that it would eliminate three jail cook positions the sheriff has struggled to fully staff; Canteen may offer employment to affected personnel.
Commissioner Brian McGalliard moved to approve the agreement with Canteen Services for an initial term of three years; Commissioner Chad Aker seconded the motion, which the minutes record as approved by unanimous vote. The contract as described in the minutes may be terminated with 90 days' notice by either party.
The minutes note the change responds to staffing challenges in the jail kitchen and aligns with budget planning for 2025. The record does not include the contract's detailed pricing or daily meal counts; commissioners approved the contract as presented.
