Jail Overtime Costs
Summary
Jail overtime is tracking around $800,000 this year, down from $1.2 million in 2025. Council President Montrastelle pushed for a spending target; Sheriff Robinson said hiring to fill vacancies is the real fix.
At a glance
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Last discussed Sep 2, 2026.
Impact analysis
$243,700 appropriated now; overtime projected near $800,000 for the year.
Taxpayers as overtime declines with fuller jail staffing.
Taxpayers foot the bill when meetings run past 4:30 p.m.
Mentions & discussions (2)
County Council Meeting/2027 County Budget Hearings - Sep 2, 2026
Jail overtime is tracking around $800,000 this year, down from $1.2 million in 2025. Council President Montrastelle pushed for a spending target; Sheriff Robinson said hiring to fill vacancies is the real fix.
Evansville Fire Department Merit Commision - May 12, 2026
The Vanderburgh County Sheriff's Office billed the commission $270.76 for deputy overtime covering its meetings, since meetings running past 4:30 p.m. trigger overtime pay. The commission will pay the first-quarter bill and may adjust meeting practices.
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