FY2027 Sheriff's Office budget
Summary
Sheriff Hardwick proposed a $147 million FY27 budget, up 5.6%, with nearly all of the increase going to deputy pay raises to stay competitive with Jacksonville's sheriff's office joining the state retirement system. Residents will see this in the fall budget hearings.
At a glance
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Last discussed Sep 3, 2026.
Impact analysis
A 5.6% increase (~$7.8 million) to the Sheriff's budget, likely a factor in county property tax calculations.
Sheriff's employees and residents relying on law enforcement services, including school resource coverage for 46 public schools.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Board of County Commissioners - Sep 3, 2026
Sheriff Hardwick said the extra $3.9 million in his request goes entirely to deputy raises — bringing deputies to just above $70,000 — to keep officers from leaving for Jacksonville, which recently moved to the Florida Retirement System and pays veterans up to $76,000. Several speakers supported higher deputy pay but wanted it funded by cutting camera spending instead.
Board of County Commissioners - Jun 2, 2026
Sheriff Hardwick proposed a $147 million FY27 budget, up 5.6%, with nearly all of the increase going to deputy pay raises to stay competitive with Jacksonville's sheriff's office joining the state retirement system. Residents will see this in the fall budget hearings.
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