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Sheriff Tony and his office maintain that they have been transparent and proactive in voicing their concerns. They point out that despite multiple invitations to discuss the department’s budget and the recent op-ed, county officials have not responded in detail, and the sheriff's team claims that an appeal related to the budget has not yet been officially filed.
Local officials acknowledge the ongoing disagreements and intend to review the sheriff’s budget appeal once submitted. Meanwhile, community members remain attentive to these developments, recognizing that public safety funding is a critical issue affecting everyone.