Posted by lookeyhere (anonymous) on December 4, 2009 at 2:32 a.m. (Suggest removal)

The bottom line is these guys SHOULD get paid for the hours they work.If they put in the hours there is no excuse for them not to be paid.

Posted by bluecollarguy (anonymous) on December 4, 2009 at 6:20 a.m. (Suggest removal)

That's the craziest thing I've heard in a long time, a deputy is a deputy, you usually 'want' to be one, you don't get into that profession to make big money, you go to 'law school' for that. Deputies are one of the oldest professions in the world, they're job has never been about money, its about power and respect, and you're ususally not trained for anything else for suitable employment and can't sit still for a regular day's work, you want excitement and change-up every day. It's never been a 'money job', neither has the US Military, I never received 'overtime' when called out for duty while I served in the middle of the night, never thought about, and these two shouldn't either, I'll borrow a line from my old grandmother here, "then they ain't real deputies no how."

Posted by Festus (anonymous) on December 4, 2009 at 6:57 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Blue ,allow me to agree and disagree with you if you will. It is a profession you do because you love it. You feel a calling if you will. Some for the power, but not many. I do belive these men are due a salery that they can afford to live and raise a family on the same level you and I enjoy, at this time in covington county thats not the case. I wish the average wage of these deputies would be printed along with the average wage of other county departments so that all of the people could see what they make for 80- to 86 hour work periods. I think you would be amazed.
However, I do agree they took the job knowing what the pay was, I for one belive the pay falls short for what they do everyday.
Thanks to all of you for a job well done.

Posted by lo1an2go (anonymous) on December 4, 2009 at 7:17 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Look at the administration pay. Thats where most of the money goes. I think the previous sheriff and commissioner (who is a CPA) put this county in the situation it is in.

Posted by biscuitsandhoovergravy (anonymous) on December 4, 2009 at 7:23 a.m. (Suggest removal)

As for my humble opinion...I thank the Lord that we have men and women who are willing to do these jobs for what I believe we all would agree is an inadequate salary. Do a little research and compare what deputies are paid to work nights, weekends,holidays,double shifts,all the while literally placing their lives in danger every time they suit up.
Which is more valuable to you as a citizen...someone to risk their lives to apprehend murderer's and rapists and drug dealers...or someone who sits on their ass in an office in the courthouse and shuffle papers all day? The only risk they face is spilling a cup of hot coffee in their lap or getting Krispy Kreme poisoning.
The next time you feel your life or property is in danger and you call the sherriff dept. how would you feel if there was no one to answer your plea for help.
If you will look at my history of posts on this paper you will see that I complain and campaign against higher taxes every time it is mentioned, which is almost always for teacher and school administrator pay raises. But...I would vote for a tax increase in a second if the moneys were earmarked exclusively for pay and benefits for our sherriff's deputies.
For any sherriff dept. employees reading this...I want to say THANK YOU...and God bless you and I hope you get the consideration you deserve.

Posted by bluecollarguy (anonymous) on December 4, 2009 at 7:37 a.m. (Suggest removal)

I too want to 'thank' these guys, we all do it everyday, they get our respect, even if it's just a simple 'no charge' for the coffee, we slow down even if we're not speeding when we see them and remember to 'buckle up', that's respect....I love them too, but the FACT still remains, they knew this when they sought the job, just like I did when I joined the Army for $300 per month..There's no reason the community wouldn't want to help pay for the dog food, we all love dogs in South Alabama, I'm talking about the 'overtime', the answer is NO! The attorney fees, The answer is NO! The pain and suffering Class Action Settlement for 'punitive damages' to the citizens, the answer is NO!
I'd like to thank all the former deputies in the last 50 years that have served and protected our County with no overtime, and to also include their families which many still remain in Covington County, as well as the 'current' law officers and auxillary officers, as well as our Reserve Deputy force.

Posted by hammer1 (anonymous) on December 4, 2009 at 8:30 a.m. (Suggest removal)

These guys deserve their money, and should be paid. I believe these guys to have been loyal employees but no one is going to work for free. Check and see what everyone else is making at the Commission if they will tell you. It is a secret they don't have a pay shedule you make what the guy hiring you tells you. If you are a close friend then you get a better hand. If you don't believe me check it out for your self. PAY THEM before the wage and hour board makes the County pay MORE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Posted by SouthernAttitude1 (anonymous) on December 4, 2009 at 9:26 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Another case of money being owed. Pay up county! These deputies have helped keep YOU safe, too. Without our deputies the county would turn into total chaos.

They deserve to be paid more than the fat cats sitting on their butts who just banter back and forth. They are doing a REAL job. Give them the pay that goes along with the danger aspect of the job. More danger, more pay.

This is one area I agree the county should spend tax dollars.

Otherwise, fellas go to court and air the dirty laundry hidden in paperwork.

Posted by scobb (anonymous) on December 4, 2009 at 10 a.m. (Suggest removal)

bluecollarguy...so, what you're saying basically, is that at whatever job you are at now that if you worked 90+ hours in a two week period..you would expect no overtime pay for those hours you worked over your normal pay? I think not. Yes, soldiers are extremely undercompensated as well. However, that is not the issue here.

Yes, most deputies got into their line of work for the satisfaction of serving their community and not for the money, however that does not mean they should be treated any differently than if they worked anywhere else. Any other job they would be paid overtime and that is the bottom line. All of the deputies should be paid everything that is due to them for the work that they do. This has long been an issue in the CCSO and its about time that something was done about it. Pay them the money that they have earned. Its a simple as that.

Posted by Mediator (anonymous) on December 4, 2009 at 10:17 a.m. (Suggest removal)

I believe that if the deputies deserve the pay they should get it and apparently by law, they do. Whatever was in there contract; if salaried then sometimes the extra work is covered under the contract. I will leave that up to the lawyers.
To say a little about the deputies;
Thank You for Your Service!! I appreciate that most of the ones that I have had the pleasure to meet, show common courtesy and do not act as if they are above the law. That attitude tends to come from certain personality types that I think should never be considered for this type of employment in the first place. Such as, I am the law, your rights mean nothing, I am mr.bigshot.The only problems I have had with the county system is in the court system when paperwork from paid ticket fees ext does not make it to the appropriate places. Example; several years ago I purchased a used work truck and shortly after received a ticket for the window tint. I had the tint removed and verified by the officer to void the ticket and all charges. For some reason the ticket made it through the court system and I was never notified until I reapplied for my pistol permit renewal 5 years later. I was informed that I could be placed under arrest but was allowed to pay the court costs and everything was cleared up. A mistake yes but had I been pulled over while traveling in another state it could have been very costly to get out of as I had an active failure to appear warrant for 5 years and never new anything about it

Posted by hammer1 (anonymous) on December 4, 2009 at 10:30 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Some one should ask the Sheiff if he wants to pay them or not. I would hope he is for paying them.

Posted by bluecollarguy (anonymous) on December 4, 2009 at 10:35 a.m. (Suggest removal)

scobb, it is my understanding and belief that our county has a strong solid Deputy Reserves Force and Mounted Possee, if it is not, then it should be....to help out on the weekends and holidays to help ease manpower situations, it did used to be years ago......and a very valuable asset to the community overall.
In behalf of 'current' employees having to work too many hours( or unusual long hours), then that situation should be addressed to whomever is making out the 'schedule' in the office, and not the county commission.
That is an 'internal' affair within the CCSO whoever makes the schedule roster for the month.

Posted by mbishop (anonymous) on December 4, 2009 at 10:53 a.m. (Suggest removal)

They should be compensated for all overtime work if they never were however, no one held a gun to their head and said they had to become K9 Deputies. This was a choice of there's and they should not be compensated for the food and upkeep of the dog. The dog is their partner, would a regular deputy want compensation for going with his partner to the gym to keep his partner fit. NO!!!! so these guys should not be compensated for that but, if it is seen that they indeed worked overtime they should be compensated for that.

Posted by scobb (anonymous) on December 4, 2009 at 11:33 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Yes, there are reserves, however, these reserves can only do so much. They are NOT actual deputies. The overtime is not coming from things that reserves or the possee can handle. It is coming from their regular work duties. If a deputy takes a call 30 minutes before they are scheduled to be off, they can't exactly at the time they are supposed to sign off say.."well, I guess its time for me to go, here's hoping someone else picks up where I left off." The reserves and possee are there to help the CCSO, yes. But, like I said, they are NOT ACTUAL DEPUTIES. They have not went to the police academy. They do not have the full powers of a deputy. Therefore there are only certain situations where they may be used. Unfortunately, the decision to pay the overtime does not come solely from the Sherriff..it is a decision of the Commission. Like I said, it has been a problem for a long time with the Commission not wanting to pay the deputies overtime and it is about time something is done about it.

Posted by drpepper (anonymous) on December 4, 2009 at 4:32 p.m. (Suggest removal)

As stated before, people will get on here and talk smack about the counties' deputies until the table is turned on them and they get in a tight and need them, then it is all buddy buddy. The deputies are underpaid and deserve every penney they get. Yes, it's a dangerous, low paid job, but someone has to do it. If everyone said "No, im not going to be come a deputy", then noone would be available to enforce the law, and our county and world would be in total chaos. As with many jobs, there is a lot of things that employees do that is unnoticed by most people. These guys really do a lot for our county and are "real" heroes. How can any boss expect someone to be on call and work for free? I have to congatulate these two for doing it as long as they did. Good Luck, and thanks to all of the officers in covington county, your work does not go unnoticed.

Posted by SouthernAttitude1 (anonymous) on December 4, 2009 at 5:21 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Well, well, well mbishop. You bring up a valid point about the officer's choice to become K-9 officers. Surely they would not expect to be paid for going to the gym with their buddy, right? Well their human buddy draws a paycheck and supports himself the best he can on the menial wages he gets paid.

Just how much pay do you think the dog gets??? He works for free and does not even understand the danger he is in. Maybe that is something to be looked at when it comes to the upkeep of the dogs. Pay them a wage too, since they are law enforcement as well. That would surely help in keeping the dog fed, vet visits up to date and no money out of the deputies pocket.

Dogs do not survive by themselves. They need someone to take care of them and it is not cheap. The officers who become K9 deputies are taking on added responsibility of caring and interacting with the dogs. The monetary responsibility should not rest on the deputies because they do not own the dog, the county does.

Imagine how a deputy would feel if he lost the dog in the line of duty, after that dog had become ingrained in his family. How would the family feel when the dog or/and dad didn't come home?

mbishop, you need to have a heart and think where the money should go. Not to people expecting a handout as you so often stick up for but for people who put their lives at risk for you! The dog is a living being, too. He works just as hard when it is his turn to go in.

Thanks deputies for all you do and the good attitudes you have. Go for the pay you deserve.

Posted by Bellwood88 (anonymous) on December 4, 2009 at 10:50 p.m. (Suggest removal)

I am a former citizen of Covington County and I am very proud of that. I also have a great relationship with Law Enforcement agencies all over the Southeastern United States and especially there at home. I was visiting during the last campaign and while at my parents a current politician with the county knocked on my parent’s door. My father allowed him in and I pretended to be busy but was listening the entire time. He was telling my dad what he was going to do if he was elected. One of the things that he was going to do was “CLEAN HOUSE” and start over. I chimed in the conversation and said, “What are you going to do about the deputies pay?” He stated that he was going to get them more money. He has been in 2 years now and this has not happened. I think that Sheriff Meeks has the right intentions regarding compensation and was working on that with the Federal Contract. We all know what happened on that end. Maybe something will work in the future regarding this.

This Law Suit is amazing to me for so many reasons. I just have a couple of questions for those guys. Did you return the kennel that the county built (with tax payers money) for your partner at your residence? Did you turn your partner (that the county purchased or paid for you to be trained with him or her) in when you “RESIGNED” from your position at the county? I think we all know the answer to these questions.

I just think that the leadership within the Commission is horrible to allow these types of thinks to take place. I have not verified this but was told that one can operate a weed eater for the county and make more money than a Deputy makes when starting. Like I said, I have not verified this. The bottom line is the Commission has to allocate more money to Sheriffs Office and or start a personnel board that will establish a pay schedule for this department. If you do not do this you will continue to loose great people to other agencies and they would have been trained on your dime. I just hope Judge Short takes in consideration all deputies when he makes his final decision. I understand that there is a lot of COMP TIME on the books. Shame on you County Commission for allowing this! I would never work for you!

Posted by covingtoncountycitizen2008 (anonymous) on December 5, 2009 at 12:35 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Some very interesting posts this time. I am proud to see so many people standing up for these deputies and not putting them in the category with the criminals as I have seen before.

I agree that the deputies need compensation for hours that they work and if it is already ruled on with the FSLA, then where is the problem at? I will tell you. The problem lies with the county commission that has cheated so many workers of the Sheriff's Office that it now seems natural for them to do it. The deputies should be paid for hours over they work and not paid in compensatory time. When they are paid in compensatory time and take some off then a deputy is called in and guess what happens. Yes, more comp time for that deputy. It's a never ending story. Paying deputies instead of comp time for their overtime is what our chairman told them he wanted. But, instead of staying with the monetary overtime when he was elected, that is one of the first things he changed was implementing the comp time. Instead our money has been put into building a fence behind the county commission building that from what I see will serve no purpose. Drive behind the building and look for yourselves. That money could have been put back into its employees. And, I bet that the county agrees to put money into the airport to help them out. I am just saying that the county officials are making bad decisions and I hate to say this but this group is making worse ones than any I have seen yet.

Hammer said "Some one should ask the Sheriff if he wants to pay them or not". Some might not believe it but the ultimate decision comes from the county commission. The Sheriff has some say so in the paying of his deputies but to a certain point. I do urge Sheriff Meeks to support his deputies in what is right for them. Remember, it wasn't that long ago when you were just a deputy yourself and would have battled with your fellow co-workers and not against them. Believe in them and what is right. They put their trust in you to do the job they do for you and the community and with your support, no matter what the commission thinks, you will lock in their respect and support from those that work for you.

I not only thank the men and women of law enforcement for what you do but to all in any job capacity that makes a difference in our lives.

Posted by DIRTRUNNER (anonymous) on December 5, 2009 at 2:21 a.m. (Suggest removal)

There is a personial board in covington county, why don't some of you get off your keyboards and go to the court house and get a copy, read it if you can; and then do something. Quit talking trash; they work for you; go to the meetings and speek your mine.

Posted by andalusiacitizen (anonymous) on December 5, 2009 at 9:45 a.m. (Suggest removal)

I for one second all the motions above that the deputies be paid what they are owed. They put in the time and deserve the compensation.
I too am glad to see so many people standing up for these LEOs instead of crucifying them as in so many of the other articles that are written about them. Yes, officers do make the decision to go into this field, and most of them not for the power and respect like someone above said, but because they genuinely want to make a difference and help society. Granted they are told what they will be making before they are hired, but if everyone only knew just how menially the deputies are paid, then everyone would be screaming, "YES, give them their earnings!"
Bluecollarguy, it sounds like you'd be the type person to obviously vote no when it isn't you in the limelight, but if the tables were turned and you weren't getting your compensation, you'd have a fit. And don't be dishonest and say, "No, I knew what I was getting into." No one likes to be shorted on their paycheck. Surely, if it had just been a mistake and been corrected like what happens at pretty much all places of employment, it wouldn't have been a big deal, but not paying them when it should be done is not right.
As for the reserves, it is volunteer work. These people put their lives on the line and don't get paid at all! And like someone above said, they don't have the authority as a sworn officer does, so no, they can't work in place of a deputy.
Thanks all law enforcement for what you do, and guys, I hope and pray that this works out in your favor. You deserve it.

Posted by reddog (anonymous) on December 5, 2009 at 9:52 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Hours worked is hours worked, overtime and being on call is the same because you can't leave town or in most cases leave home for that matter because you have to be ready at a moments notice if your needed so yes they should be payed for all of that. as long as the county owns the dog and the dog is an active police K-9 then the county should be responsible for the FOOD,SUPPLIES and VET care only. Anything other than that should be the deputies responsibility because it was their choice to be a K-9 officer.

Posted by rlb1940 (anonymous) on December 5, 2009 at 9:55 a.m. (Suggest removal)

I have always been an avid 'newsreader' my whole life, this is by far not the first scenerio of deputy disputes in Alabama, it's kinda like 'Bingo'. Some are for, some are against. I've seen deputies walk out over the pay disputes in Conecuh County, Jefferson County, and many other counties over the years.
Sheriff's usually hold an office either 'one' or sometimes 'two' terms, county commissioners stay forever and hardly never get voted out, so their guys get a better shake, the weedeater guys are actually 'heavy equiptment operaters' in real life.
There is 'turmoil' in politics in Covington County right now; (1) There is a law on the books that allows Bingo if the Sheriff's will Approve the permit, many people want it. (2) The County Commission Did say they wanted it for the added money for the county, but then the church folks said 'no' and then they changed. (3) The DA said he would 'lock up' anybody that tried to do it and ask questions later, we all know he has the power to do that too! (4) The schools are wanting money, but backed out when pressured. (5) The Airport is wanting money, but there is none, and no business out at the airport much (6) Now the Deputies are suing the county (Which by the way, is YOU & ME ,not the County Commission, they just 'represent us'). (7) The general public 'does' have a sayso in this, We 'elect' these people to do our business for us, even down to the Judge that decides the case............

Posted by sponqebob (anonymous) on December 5, 2009 at 10:02 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Chris Sledge, the deputies’ attorney, said the suit is about “an honest pay for an honest day’s work.”.. well where you gonna find a honest attorny? not at WPS

Posted by sponqebob (anonymous) on December 5, 2009 at 10:06 a.m. (Suggest removal)

and another thing..county or state employees should be PAID when doing there job ..period...if they agree to perform without pay then this case is over

Posted by hdsd (anonymous) on December 5, 2009 at 11 a.m. (Suggest removal)

The last resolution that was passed recently also speaks of how they take care of thier employees. They passed that beginning next year those within the county employment must take the COMP time before they take their vacation, which also was changed awhile back by G. White, that they county employees could carry over no more than 300 hrs, or would loose it. But then have to bring in folks to help when one has to take off, snooze or loose it . Again more COMP time , and shortage of staff and as well of liabilty to the department, due to lack of coverage ,jail ,road patrol etc. As stated above alot of good people work for the county and are getting stiffed by the rules established by the Commissioners, again also stated WE elect those in office, from the President on down. But locally it hurts all of us within the county, maybe not as much within the cities of Opp,Andalusia but the county and then as well we must also rememebr that recently as well those cities brought in their Police patrol to within their city limit, but also still comp some of the tax base out of the city limits of business. The Sheriff's hands are tied, the Commission approves the raises and rules that change overall . Times will not change ,unless the Wage and Earning board gets involved again. Wait until next year when the employees have to start taking COMP time, and then loose their vacation due to the changes, or take it, and then again cycle all over again. This does not include the sick time, that most other Goverment agencies pay upon ones departure from that agency. So the problems only get bigger and you the citizens within the county suffer as well.

Posted by supprtVets (anonymous) on December 5, 2009 at 11:31 a.m. (Suggest removal)

So as to not get off base here, I believe the article said that the parties suing us are "Former Deputies" that are disgruntled, like a "Former Spouse", not current deputies that enjoy their job and employment for Covington County.
hdsd said that the Sheriff's hands are 'tied'; Each and every department and office within the county has employees and has to adhere to a budget and a schedule, no exceptions. Someone has to make a 'plan' or duty roster, in advance, and take into account the pay going out, and when and if there will be someone 'on call' to cover an emergency, just like any other course of action in the world, and adhere to their budget when dealing with goverments or citizens money.
Yes, the dog person or K9 person, maybe did get called out at night a lot because I've never seen it around town in the daytime much, and sleep deprivation is not a good thing on your mental spirits or mood, I know from the military life, but we are professionals and we continue to 'carry on'. For the professional lawmen that have not quit I give to you my public "Thanks".........

Posted by covingtoncountycitizen2008 (anonymous) on December 5, 2009 at 12:09 p.m. (Suggest removal)

supprtVets, because they are "former deputies" does not mean they are disgruntled. I believe they had attempted to resolve this before they left with no success. Both went to better paying jobs that includes still being in law enforcement that still enjoy their profession. They would have continued at the Sheriff's Office if it would have been fair pay for all and not just for some (which are few). Promises had been made to the deputies that were never seen through. And, promises continue to be made to the rest of them that they will never see. My hats off to you guys for not taking the bull that has been dished out for years to it's employees and I hope that every other employee with the county jumps on the law suit also for is rightfully theirs.

Posted by hammer1 (anonymous) on December 5, 2009 at 5:34 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Hello people I just had a conversation with a man that is interested in running for Sheriff in 2010. He believes the deputies need to be under a meritt system. This will protect the Deputies and the Citizens of Covington County.

Posted by biscuitsandhoovergravy (anonymous) on December 5, 2009 at 6:32 p.m. (Suggest removal)

The money is going to be paid...period. One thing I know is that you do not want to run afoul of the wage and hour division. Here is the only real question. Will the commissioners man up and allocate funds to pay the deputies the overtime pay they are due...or will they pay the deputies the overtime pay they are due...and pay a huge chunk in court fees and attorney fees.
Personally, I hope the commissioners are smart enuff to do the right thing...but I doubt it.

Posted by blogwatcher (anonymous) on December 5, 2009 at 8:11 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Did they punch a time clock or are we just going on what they say. Time clocks are crutial when making a claim.

Posted by rabbit2300 (anonymous) on December 6, 2009 at 10:05 a.m. (Suggest removal)

they will be paid many people tried to tell the S.O. about the issue but nobody wanted to listen or address the issue. Mostly we should blame the commission they get paid but they really dont think everyone else should.

Posted by bettyboo6 (anonymous) on December 6, 2009 at 8:26 p.m. (Suggest removal)

First and foremost, I want to commend all of these men and women that serve their community to ensure all people in the community are safe. I don't think anyone that works to serve in this fashion does so to get rich. I totally agree that these deputies don't get near what they deserve. Honestly, the pay is less than adequate for the danger they face daily. Personally, I know I don't have what it takes to do it. But, as said before, these people do it because they do it for a reason-I'm very proud of each and every one of them. I think it will take men like the ones taking action to get more people involved to make sure that all deputies are getting more compensatory incomes/benefits. I hope that this is onlt the beginning of these individuals making their voices heard.
I know that the county is safer because we know that there are deputies on duty 24/7. Maybe that is what the administration needs to remember- when they are safely at home with their families at night- it is mainly because these men and women are serving the community they love and care about. How would they feel if that phone went to a recording every day at 5:00pm? This community has to come together as one power and do something about the income packages so deputies will be secure enough to stay in Covington County. The area is beautiful and the people are just as beautiful.......lets show that we care as much about these deputies as they care about us......I know it only takes one person to implement a movement and change.

Posted by bluecollarguy (anonymous) on December 7, 2009 at 3:50 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Good morning, after reading all the post related to this article I decided to share with you the reasons for my feelings on this matter with the deputies lawsuit against the citizens of Covington County. This same 'cause' has already came before in our county with the deputies years ago nearing a 'Sheriff's' election, folks get upset about the deputies pay that starts the process of thinking about the guy planning to run for sheriff that promises better pay.......
our predecessors in the courthouse decided years ago that deputies should serve at 'the pleasure of the sheriff', as sheriff's come and go he may choose employees that he works well with, in order to do a better job, because the sheriff has always been called the 'high sheriff' or the man in charge, and can deputize whomever he chooses to carry out the law and order in his county. All judges and commissioners have set 'precedents' in this matter in Covington County and it takes a 'bold' act by the county commissioners to change the policy, none have ever done so as of to this date and time so far, in the best interest of the sheriff keeping his power to direct 'law' in the county and to maintain a 'staff' that will work with him and not against him.
So that my dear friends and fellow citizens of Covington County the is reason I have spoke to keep things the way they have been is simply because it works, and has ever since Covington County was admitted to the State in the 1800's. I feel the pain of the two young men tired of the low pay and having to tend the dogs as part of their job, but the boys have used this experience and went on with life and used this experience to get better jobs just like the rest of us that ever entered the 'work force'.
I'll just bet there is two more young men out there that would 'love' to have that job right now at that 'same pay' to get their feet into the open door of law enforcemnt and start their 'career'.

Posted by lookeyhere (anonymous) on December 7, 2009 at 5:01 a.m. (Suggest removal)

As I have said before they should get paid for the hours they work.I have not read any comments that give a valid reason why the deputies should not be paid.

Posted by bubba (anonymous) on December 8, 2009 at 10:23 a.m. (Suggest removal)

Merit system? That was one of Meeks' big campaign promises. Knowing he could not deliver, he promised it because it was what people wanted to hear. Just like more deputies, better pay, no escapes, not paying my wife to write menus,no chicken fighting, yes to chicken fighting and blah, blah, blah.
Deputies making what they do is ridiculous. You get what you pay for. Obviously, this county doesn't need deputies. You never hear about any crimes out in the county. As a matter of fact, you never hear anything about the Sheriff's Dept. Does that mean Meeks is doing a great job? Or, does it mean Meeks is doing the "outta sight, outta mind" thing. The second thing will definitely mean he will be the sheriff for a long time. The whole "great job" thing needs to be defined in order to be gauged. If "great job" means solving burglaries, running the drugs down to the suppliers, applying the laws equally to everyone without regards to their bank accounts, getting the DUI's off the county roads, working the county areas and taking care of the people who work for him, then, no, he's not doing a "great job".

Posted by winkie (anonymous) on December 8, 2009 at 6:55 p.m. (Suggest removal)

And Greg White is running for Seths job!!?? Talk about corruption............

Posted by winkie (anonymous) on December 8, 2009 at 7 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Dennis can only do what the Comm. let him do. Vote em "ALL OUT".

Posted by dawnpatrol (anonymous) on December 12, 2009 at 1:30 p.m. (Suggest removal)

Greg is an honest, caring, christian man who is VERY busy!