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Board approves hires, forms regional panel to hire interim emergency manager

Board of County Commissioners · May 1, 2026
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Summary

The board approved multiple personnel requisitions, including an Assistant Planner, Group Life Counselor, Deputy District Attorney and Solid Waste Specialist; the board also approved forming a regional hiring panel to find an interim Emergency Manager ahead of fire season, with more robust background checks discussed.

Human Resources Director Michelle Shaw told the board on April 7 that the county will pursue an interim Emergency Manager and recommended forming a regional hiring panel composed of fire chiefs, emergency-management professionals and regional stakeholders. Sheriff Dave Daniel said he had coordinated with regional partners. Commissioners emphasized selecting an experienced candidate and discussed more comprehensive…

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