Sheriff's Services Contract and Overtime Priorities
San Carlos
Summary
After four police chiefs in roughly as many years under the Sheriff's contract, Vice Mayor Rak proposed — and the council created — a subcommittee to build stronger ties between the community, the council, and the Sheriff's Department. Rak and Layton will serve, with the focus on community connections and level of service, not oversight.
At a glance
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Last discussed May 26, 2026.
Impact analysis
FY 2026-27 payment of $14,455,499, offset by a $2,059,325 CalPERS credit and $700,000 in prior-year savings.
Residents who want consistent, familiar deputies and better communication about policing in San Carlos.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council Regular Meeting - May 26, 2026
The city approved next year's $14.45 million sheriff contract, with $400,000 in overtime redirected from fixed uses (traffic, downtown patrols, DUI enforcement) to flexible use guided by the Public Safety Subcommittee and staff, with council sign-off.
City Council Regular Meeting - Jan 26, 2026
After four police chiefs in roughly as many years under the Sheriff's contract, Vice Mayor Rak proposed — and the council created — a subcommittee to build stronger ties between the community, the council, and the Sheriff's Department. Rak and Layton will serve, with the focus on community connections and level of service, not oversight.
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