Commission renews DHR/Katz allowance, approves Sanford deputy renewal and out-of-state travel for investigators

In new-business action, commissioners reviewed and approved several routine contracts and travel requests.

Tammy (DHR representative) explained a five‑year contract with Katz, noting prior allowance changes and that this year's requested allowance is $4,000 (down from an earlier $11,000 level). "This year, they requested the allowance amount be put at 4,000," Tammy said; commissioners asked clarifying questions and then moved to renew the contract. The motion to renew the DHR/Katz contract passed on a voice vote.

The commission also approved renewal of a dual contract with the Town of Sanford to provide a deputy; the sheriff noted the arrangement has operated for several years and described that the deputy may leave the area for emergencies but the office aims to maintain coverage. Finally, commissioners approved out‑of‑state travel for two investigators to attend a child-advocacy conference in Texas; the district attorney covered most costs and the county would pay travel/per diem from discretionary funds.