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County public defender Ryan Wilcox to retire May 31, 2027; recommends qualifying commission to find successor

Red Willow County Board of Commissioners and Board of Equalization · July 27, 2026
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Summary

Public Defender Ryan Wilcox told the Board he plans to retire on May 31, 2027, and recommended forming a Public Defender Qualifying Commission to search for and interview candidates, noting he expects it will be difficult to fill the role.

Ryan Wilcox, Red Willow County's current public defender, informed the Board he intends to retire May 31, 2027. Wilcox recommended that the Board form a Public Defender Qualifying Commission to conduct the search and interview process for his replacement and indicated he believes it will be difficult to find a suitable successor.

The Board did not record a motion to form the commission at the July 27 meeting; Wilcox's recommendation was entered into the record as an advisory suggestion for the Board to consider in its personnel planning.