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Sheriff’s office reports vacancies and 55 inmates in Burleson County jail
Summary
Chief Simmons told the court the sheriff’s office has openings for one jailer, three dispatchers and one patrol position and reported the jail population at 55 (46 males, 9 females).
During the Department Reports, Chief Simmons said the Sheriff’s Department was understaffed, listing openings for one jailer, three dispatchers and one patrol position. The court did not take personnel action at this meeting beyond acknowledging the vacancies.
Chief Simmons also reported the jail census at 55 inmates: 46 males and 9 females. County officials did not provide additional staffing or timeline details during the session; no recruitment motions were recorded in the minutes.
