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Sheriff's projects nearly $6 million budget shortfall tied to overtime

KFOX 14 El Paso TX & Las Cruces NM

Oct 5, 2026

Sheriff's projects nearly $6 million budget shortfall tied to overtime

El Paso County Sheriff warns of a nearly $6M budget shortfall, driven by jail overtime from staffing gaps. Staffing changes cut overtime 43--45%, but vacancies remain as commission…

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Sheriff's projects nearly $6 million budget shortfall tied to overtime

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