Our Homeless Outreach Team has struggled to obtain programming and housing for their homeless clients, but are working closely with HHSA to close this gap.
We are struggling with antiquated computer systems but are moving toward designing and purchasing entirely new systems.
The Sheriff’s Office is struggling to be competitive in the recruiting and hiring of Deputies. We are implementing new recruiting efforts and partnerships to target the millennial generation.
We are struggling to continue providing quality services given the county budget constraints.
As we move into 2019, our staff will continue to find solutions to these struggles in order to provide high quality services to our citizens. On behalf of the entire Sheriff’s Office, we are are proud to serve you. Please enjoy this report.
Message from the Sheriff
John D'Agostini
Sheriff - Coroner - Public Administrator
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In 2018, your Sheriff’s Office made significant advances in the use of technology and data analysis as well as improving our services to the mentally ill. In partnership with Health and Human Services, we have partnered a Mental Health Clinician with a Deputy to respond to persons who are in crisis. The first year of this program has produced excellent results with improved services to our citizens and savings to the General Fund.
Our Homeless Outreach Team has continued to work to reduce our homeless problem in our county, and are working hard to serve this very vulnerable population.
We are excited to be moving in to our new headquarters complex in 2019. I am very appreciative of the county team and our staff that have brought us to this point. The completion of this project will allow your Sheriff’s Office to provide more efficient and effective services.
The rate of crimes against persons has slightly increased, while property crimes have remained consistent.
However, 2018 has also been a year of struggle for the Sheriff’s Office:
Sheriff's Message