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Sheriff’s Office reports staffing shortfalls, pending retirements and declining applicants
Summary
Price County reported an open deputy position since October 2025, multiple deputies on leave or deployment, and two pending retirements in 2026; members discussed recruitment incentives and pay review.
The Price County Law Enforcement Committee received a staffing briefing on Feb. 5 that documented active workforce shortages. The Sheriff’s Office reported one deputy on deployment, one on maternity leave, one on medical leave and one deputy vacancy that has been open since October 2025. The minutes note a decline in deputy applicants since about 2020 and indicate two pending retirements in 2026.
Committee members discussed possible recruitment incentives and reviewing the deputy pay structure and sponsorship program. No formal pay changes were made at the meeting; the staffing discussion was recorded for follow-up and planning purposes (SEG 010).
