Gunnells Secures Reelection as Aiken County Sheriff
In a September campaign interview Ralph Gunnells outlined hardline anti-drug views and emphasized cutting drug traffic costs. Three weeks in office show progress on most of his 12 point plan though an employee grievance board is still pending. He averages long hours, stays on call, and relies on family support, with wife praising his energy and commitment to law enforcement.
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Aiken County Sheriff Department Staffing and Structure
The Aiken County Sheriff's Department employs 80 people under Sheriff W Ralph Gunnells. The office jail and law enforcement staff form the core of the department with 74 in administration jail operation and law enforcement. Six bailiffs attached to the county court system are under the sheriff's authority. Deputies serve at the sheriff's pleasure and gain authority by a commission signed by the sheriff, which can be revoked at any time. The department's total operating budget is 1 390 064 dollars with salaries around 831 010 dollars. Administrators include Chief Daniel Bowe Training Captain George Mc Cormick Office Administrator Jeanette Holley Chief Correctional Officer James Lewis and Lt Investigator Sue Townsend. Office staff include Lou Mitchell Joyce Carter and Becky Edmonds switchboard operators Cleo Scott and Bo Edmonds.
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