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On-site sheriff's security at the DSS building
Albany County
Summary
A sheriff's deputy has been at the Department of Social Services building from 9 to 5 on weekdays for about a year, and officials say smashed windows, thrown chairs and threats have dropped. The recommended MOU and $120,000 budget amendment make the arrangement permanent.
At a glance
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Last discussed Feb 24, 2026.
Impact analysis
💰Financial impact
Adds $120,000 to the DSS budget to pay for the rotating sheriff's coverage.
✅Who benefits
DSS clients and staff, who face fewer threats and disruptions in the building.
Mentions & discussions (1)
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