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Compensation Adjustment for the Sheriff
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INFORMATION CONTACT:
Julie Broome, Human Resources, Director, 704-283-3869
ACTION REQUESTED:
Authorize the County Manager to take such action as necessary to provide an increase in compensation of $5,375 to the Sheriff, retroactive to January 1, 2026.
BACKGROUND:
Pursuant to G.S.153A-92(a), the Board of Commissioners shall fix or approve the schedule of pay, expense allowance and other compensation of all county officers and employees, whether elected or appointed. Any increase in the compensation of elected officials (Sheriff) is done so at the discretion of the Board of Commissioners.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
No additional funding required. Sufficient funding is included in the FY26 budget.