City maintains sheriff contract at higher 2026 rate

The City of Clearwater continues its long‑standing contract with the Wright County Sheriff’s Office for law enforcement services, with the 2026 projected cost at $335,800 based on a $115 per hour rate and 8 hours of daily coverage. A 10‑year rate history from 2016–2026 is provided in the council agenda materials.

Scope & details

The full contract record, as filed.

Contract amount

$335,800 (projected 2026 annual cost at $115.00/hour)

Contract type

PUBLIC_SAFETY

Contract term

Ongoing law enforcement services; current coverage level 8 hours/day as of 2026

Renewal

Contracted law enforcement hours have changed several times since 2005 (4 to 8 hours, then 12 hours, reduced back to 8 hours in 2014). The document lists annual rate and cost changes through 2026 but does not specify formal renewal dates or option terms.

Document type

Agenda

Source document

City of Clearwater Council Meeting Agenda May 11, 2026

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Frequently asked questions

Common questions about this contract, answered from the record.

Who was awarded the public safety contract by City of Clearwater?

Wright County Sheriff’s Office was awarded this public safety contract by City of Clearwater, as recorded on May 11, 2026. The contract value is $335,800 (projected 2026 annual cost at $115.00/hour).

How much is the Wright County Sheriff’s Office contract with City of Clearwater worth?

The Wright County Sheriff’s Office contract with City of Clearwater is valued at $335,800 (projected 2026 annual cost at $115.00/hour), covering public safety work.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Public Safety contract, documented as a agenda record.

Where was this contract approved?

This contract appears in City of Clearwater Council Meeting Agenda May 11, 2026 (Agenda), dated May 11, 2026 from City of Clearwater. Civic IQ extracts contract records directly from agency meeting documents and solicitations.

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