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Supervisors acknowledge dispatch hire; discuss moving forfeiture funds to K-9 account
Summary
The board acknowledged the hire of Amy Norbese as a dispatch/jailer (start date 08/10/2026, $23.64/hour) and discussed transferring small forfeiture and DARE balances into the K-9 fund to replace the county canine; staff noted Iowa-code restrictions and recommended a budget amendment and attorney review before transfers.
The board acknowledged the hiring of Amy Norbese as a dispatch/jailer for the sheriff's office at a starting wage of $23.64 per hour, with an effective start date of August 10, 2026. The motion to acknowledge the hire carried on a voice vote.
The sheriff's office requested moving DARE and forfeiture balances to the K-9 fund to finance a replacement canine. Staff reported one balance of $1,229.29 and described other restricted forfeiture amounts; county counsel and staff noted that forfeiture funds are governed by Iowa code and that transfers should be processed with attorney guidance and a budget amendment. Board members directed staff to prepare budget documents and to consult the county attorney before any reclassification or transfer.
