El Paso County Sheriff seeks $600k for deputy salary raises to address low pay and high turnover.
El Paso County Sheriff Joseph Roybal has requested $600,000 from the County Board of Commissioners to raise deputy salaries, citing their low pay compared to other counties. If approved, this funding will be matched by public safety tax revenues, totaling $1.2 million. The plan includes $3,000 raises for senior deputies and $500 for new recruits, aiming to reduce a high turnover rate. A vote on the proposal is expected by year-end.
October 22, 2024
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