Yates County approves shared part-time Public Information Officer and program coordinator position amid budget concerns

Mar 9, 2026

The Legislature authorized creation of a part-time Public Information Officer and Program Coordinator position to support county communications and administer a Threat Assessment Management Training grant; the vote passed with one 'No' (Terry Button) after debate over hiring and spending.

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The Legislature authorized creating and filling a part-time combined Public Information Officer (PIO) and Program Coordinator position effective March 9, 2026. The role is designed to provide communications support to the County Administrator and to administer Threat Assessment Management Training (TAMT) grant requirements for the Sheriff’s Office. The resolution estimated an annual cost not to exceed $45,688, with an estimated county share of $22,844 after allowable grant reimbursements.

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