PROFESSIONAL_SERVICESAWARDED

Commissioners of Oxford Agenda Packet 2026-06-09

Police Contract Awarded to Talbot County Sheriff's Office

$164,595 for Resident Deputy salary and benefits; up to $150,000 for overtime coverage (plus FICA)Town of OxfordTALBOT COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICEJune 9, 2026

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Description

The Commissioners of Oxford approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the Talbot County Sheriff's Office to provide a full-time Resident Deputy and dedicated law enforcement coverage beginning July 1, 2026. The Town will fund the deputy's salary and benefits, plus up to $150,000 for additional overtime coverage per year, with terms renegotiated annually. This contract replaces the Oxford Police Department's independent operations with a hybrid policing solution managed by the Sheriff's Office.

Contract Details

Contract Amount

$164,595 for Resident Deputy salary and benefits; up to $150,000 for overtime coverage (plus FICA)

Vendor

TALBOT COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE

Agency

Town of Oxford, MD

Contract Type

PROFESSIONAL_SERVICES

Document Date

June 9, 2026

Contract Term

Starting July 1, 2026; year-to-year; annual renegotiation by January 30

Renewal Date

2027-06-30

Renewal Info

Year-to-year renewal, parties must negotiate costs/amendments annually by January 30; 60-day termination clause for any party; automatic continuation unless terminated or funding discontinued.

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