Approve Side Letter to Lake County Deputy Sheriff Association Unit 16 July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2028, MOU.

Summary

This item approves a side letter agreement to amend the existing Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Lake County and the Lake County Deputy Sheriff's Association (LCDSA) Unit 16. The amendment, effective December 21, 2025, modifies the terms for mandatory overtime for deputy sheriffs. Specifically, it clarifies that mandatory overtime will be compensated at one and one-half (1 1/2) times the employee's regular hourly rate or through compensatory time off at the employee's option. This side letter applies to the current MOU (July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2028) and any future successor agreements until a new MOU is ratified or the parties agree to amend the applicable sections.

Citizen Impact

This agreement impacts residents by ensuring that deputy sheriffs are compensated at a higher rate for mandatory overtime, which could affect staffing levels and operational costs within the Sheriff's Office. The specific financial implications for the county budget are not detailed in this document.

Confidence

high