Saratoga residents urged the city council to renew the sheriff's contract as budget constraints force consideration of alternatives. - The county proposed $11.6 million for current service levels, up from $9 million.
- A neighboring police department offered $9.5 million starting July 2027. - Each $1 million cut would eliminate 2.5 full-time deputies.
- The council seeks more details on a $10.5 million sheriff contract.