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Calhoun County approves sheriff’s promotion, hires and 28E contract with Manson
Summary
The board approved the promotion of Jason McKenney to sergeant, authorized new hires for the sheriff’s office and approved a 28E law enforcement contract with the City of Manson (Resolution 2026-17) pursuant to Iowa Code Chapter 28E.
The Calhoun County Board of Supervisors approved personnel moves and an intergovernmental policing agreement at its May 19 meeting.
Sheriff Pat Riley briefed the board on a promotion and two new hires within the Sheriff’s Office. The board approved the promotion of Jason McKenney to sergeant, effective May 30, 2026. The board also approved hiring Dylan Samuelson, effective July 1, 2026, and hiring Logan Hansch with a tentative start date; motions to approve those hires passed unanimously.
Riley also presented a proposed 28E law enforcement contract with the City of Manson. The board approved the contract and adopted Resolution 2026-17, explicitly citing Iowa Code Chapter 28E and Section 28E.30. A roll-call vote on the resolution was recorded: Ayes — Ridgely, George, Jacobs; Nays — none.
Why it matters: A 28E agreement is an intergovernmental contract that can formalize shared law-enforcement services or support between the county and a city. Approving the contract and staff additions affects patrol capacity and operational arrangements between Calhoun County and the City of Manson.
Next steps: The promotion and hires take effect on the dates specified; the 28E contract will be implemented pursuant to the agreement terms and county administrative procedures.
