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Commission accepts public defender resignation and authorizes recruitment
Summary
The board accepted Public Defender Matt Pinnell's resignation and directed staff to restart recruitment for a replacement and consider an interim appointment, noting the position is statutorily appointed by the commission.
The board accepted the resignation of Public Defender Matt Pinnell and authorized staff to formally recruit for his replacement. Staff told the commissioners the public‑defender position is one of a few that is statutorily appointed by the County Commission and described the typical process: solicit applications, perform internal review, and bring finalists to a public meeting for interview and appointment.
A motion to accept Pinnell's resignation and restart recruitment passed by voice vote, and commissioners praised Pinnell's service. Staff said a recommendation for an interim appointment had been received but that appointment would be handled after coordination with county counsel and follow‑up with appropriate stakeholders.
