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Council accepts 2025 jail report, members flag staffing and transport concerns
DeKalb County Council · April 8, 2026
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Summary
DeKalb County Council accepted the sheriff’s 2025 jail report but discussed staffing shortfalls, turnover and transport miles; members noted the state is taking more inmates again and that mental-health options have improved with a local crisis center.
The DeKalb County Council accepted the sheriff’s 2025 annual jail report on April 8 after a brief discussion of staffing and transport issues. Sheriff Thomas presented the report; the council moved and approved acceptance by voice vote.
Council members raised concerns that staffing levels may not meet needs and noted…
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