But you also have to have something for them to look to, benefits and treating people right, he said. Candidate Chris Browning Clay Bryson Bob Cook Brent Holbrooks Dereck E. Jones Incumbency information for this election was not available. He says it is important for the department to have officers in the community. If you are able, please support The Smoky Mountain News. If elected he plans to invite the commissioners and other officials to tour the jail. Voters in half a dozen cities are choosing mayors and other municipal positions. Bryson: With Sheriff Hollands announcement that he will be retiring at the end of his current term, after much prayer and with the support of my family, I decided that I wanted to be part of progressing the sheriffs office forward. Current Candidate List for Macon, Jackson, and Swain Counties: Macon County: Board of Commissioners District 1: Don Wilis- Republican John Shearl- Republican Board of Commissioners District 2: Ronnie Beale- Democrat Betty Cloer Wallace- Democrat Gary Shields- Republican Richard Lightner- Republican Danny Antoine- Republican Ive served as team leader on the SWAT team for 15 years, while employed at the Macon County Sheriffs Office. We firmly believe that, working together, we CAN make a positive difference in our community. Length of Term Next Election Year On-Year or Off-Year Election* Term Limit Partisan or Non-Partisan Vacancy Filled By Notes TBD 11/09/2021 Chris Browning for Macon County Sheriff - Campaign Launch It's official! For most of my entire law enforcement career, I have prioritized combating this horrible epidemic and I assure you I will continue to do so as long as I serve Macon County. Each candidate has previous law enforcement experience, including three who currently work for the Sheriffs Office. She says that the recount will likely take place after Memorial Day. He also feels it is important to support law enforcement families, since the stress that comes with the job can be difficult for some families to work through. I was promoted to Sergeant in 2016, and just recently promoted to Lieutenant over Civil process and Courthouse Security. Weve got to reach out.. Search by document type. Bryson: Having the unique advantage of experiencing first-hand the multitude of ways law enforcement serves Macon County, I promise to lead the Macon County Sheriffs Office with experience and integrity to best serve the community as Macon Countys next Sheriff. My pride is my family as I am a dedicated father of three young children that attend the Highlands School where my wife, Sarah, serves as the Vice Principal and is finishing her 12th year in the MCS system. Macon County Sheriffs Office alone cannot fight the drug problem, he said, adding that the department must continue to partner with other agencies. My plan would be to first meet with the Chief of Police in Franklin to discuss turning over the School Resource Officer positions inside their city limits to their responsibility, like Highlands is right now. We have to get better doing this patrol thing, he said. But Im not working in that system. Im passionate about what I do, he said. Jones began as a junior detention officer but also served as a member of the special response team (SRT), the countys version of a SWAT team, and also worked patrol and investigations for several years. Finally, he wants to focus on rehabilitation. I will take on the drug dealers in each community and work with outside agencies to provide help to addicts. Bryson enrolled in Basic Law Enforcement Training at Southwestern Community College in the Fall of 1999 to begin his career and on April 11, 2000, Brysons 21st birthday, he took his Oath of Office with the Macon County Sheriffs Office. It absolutely needs to be replaced, but we need to plan for the future.. Throughout his career, Bryson has served in many roles within the Sheriffs Office, first as a patrol deputy. These things, Im very passionate about. Leading up to the primary, The Macon County News will publish candidate profiles for local offices. For all the drugs coming out of Atlanta, Athens, right through Macon County, into Jackson County, Swain County.. It's Official, There's A New Sheriff (candidate) In Town. For most of my entire law enforcement career, I have prioritized combating this horrible epidemic and I assure you I will continue to do so as long as I serve Macon County. He chose to run because people were telling him about the issues they were having in the community and with the Sheriffs Office. A newly released video shows Congressman Madison Cawthorns March 3 traffic stop. Cook: I am uniquely suited to address the drug epidemic in Macon County. My heart is in the right place. That is something the military instilled in me. Upon retirement from the Navy, I went to the Police Academy in Jacksonville, Fla., after which I was hired by the Jacksonville Beach Police Department, Jacksonville Beach, Fla. After approximately two and a half years, I applied to the Jacksonville Sheriffs Office where I remained for approximately 20 years. 86 SUMMIT DR FRANKLIN, NC 28734 The drug problem affects every single family in Macon County.. We need to offer our community members an alternative to turning to drugs and the power and knowledge to break free from addiction. I have a proven track record of doing just that while being the jail administrator since 2018. He also spent approximately 14 years working in Narcotics where I was also on the Violent Crimes Task Force and the DEA Task Force. To win, a candidate must get at least 30 percent of the vote plus one. Official community group for the Macon County NC Sheriff's Election. Unless they have to call them, they dont see a deputy out there, he said. They may not be driving straight up 441 but instead following one of the many backroads in and out of the county. The primary count will be finalized on May 27th and then the recount will happen after that. jobs in Macon County, NC Sort by: relevance - date 2,351 jobs Realtor/Real Estate Agent Blue Ridge Premier Realty Sylva, NC $50,000 - $100,000 a year Full-time Choose your own hours Requirements North Carolina Real Estate License North Carolina Real Estate Sales: 1 year Laboratory Manager Mountain Lakes Medical Center 2.4 Clayton, GA 30525 During interviews and appearances at several recent forums, all five candidates agree the drug problem is the number one issue facing the county. There are those that you arrest, and when they get in the jail setting, we need to make sure we have the adequate resources for them, he said. That increased presence and visibility will only benefit the county as a whole. I have had a lifetime of service and feel that I have more to give the community I love so much. I want to talk to them and find out what they need., He wants to increase patrol coverage to cover all parts of the county. Macon County Sheriff candidates Jon L. Butts, Jim Root, and Tony "Chubby" Brown all lieutenants with the sheriff's office address the crowd during the NAACP Decatur Branch's. Im the only one outside the department that can bring change.. Holbrooks final appeal was for people to trust his experience, not only with MCSO but within the greater community. The video was released after a group of North Carolina media organizations including Blue Ridge Public Radio filed a complaint seeking its release. Many were close races. Local offices like district attorneys, county sheriff and county commissioners Polls open from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., and everyone in line by 7:30 p.m. will be allowed to cast a ballot. Cody Moore served as the Decatur Police Department's Deputy Chief until 2016 when he retired. Most recently, Chris served as the Macon County Team Captain for the 2020 Madison Cawthorn congressional campaign, bringing local political savvy to the 11 District election. In 1893 he was elected by the largest vote received by any candidate, as a member of the first board of county commissioners of Chatham under the new law for such boards that went into effect at that time. In the event that does not happen, the second highest vote-getter can call for a recall, which would be held July 26. The transition period will be so important, he said. He said having the K9 units work closely with the narcotics division allows the department to better respond to drug related calls and investigations. Quiz yourself on Black history. Answer from candidate 2 I have served as a detention officer, deputy sheriff, corporal/field training officer, Special Response Team, patrol sergeant, juvenile investigator, criminal investigator, lieutenant, and currently captain jail administrator who has overseen a budget of at least $2.5 million and was tasked with updating the detention center policies and procedures in 2019, said Jones. Yet, the fundamentals of community-based policies and a passion to do what is right must remain constant. Brent Holbrooks in Macon County won the. With six deputies on duty, that will allow one each in Highlands and Nantahala with the remainder covering the rest of the county. We dont want youth to think we are unapproachable; if they need help, they can come to us. Chatham County (locally / t t m / CHAT-m) is a county located in the Piedmont area of the U.S. state of North Carolina.As of the 2020 census, the population was 76,285. In local races when a candidate wins by less than a 1 percent margin the second vote getter can request a recount, according to NC election law. So, the question isnt whether you know me, the real question you may ask is can I vote for Brent Holbrooks as Macon Countys next Sheriff? My vision for the Office of Sheriffs simple, BE A STRONG YET COMPASSIONATE LEADER who listens to every voice equally a leader that is in-touch with the residents, a leader that understands what being a public law enforcement servant is all about, a leader that respects everyone. With more arrests comes the need for more jail space. As such, I have experience in making hand to hand drug buys for a $20.00 crack or heroin purchase to as much as multiple kilogram amounts of methamphetamine. I want to look at what can be done without costing a lot of money and to be a good steward of taxpayer money, he said. The majority of drugs come from Atlanta, and the majority of those drugs are coming from Mexico, he said. While each election they hear promise after promise from those running or currently serving, this is the first time I have had the opportunity to make those promises. This election is not about me, its about you, meaning the public, and of course, our youth.. This proactive approach, outside of the day-to-day in-school role of an SRO will increase the responsibility of SROs to be entire community representatives. Im a father, Im a husband, and most importantly, Im a Christian, he said. At-large candidates: Democrats Sabrina Coone-Godfrey, Deanna Kaplan, Kimberly Stone and Richard Watts, all of Winston-Salem; Libertarian Regina Garner of Winston-Salem; Republicans Sarah Absher,. I am the right individual for this position. Next, I will meet with the Assistant Supervisor in Charge of the DEA as well as other federal authorities to discuss our needs. That would result in seven per shift. Were going to get back to enforcing the law the way it is supposed to be done.. I am a dedicated and passionate law enforcement professional with the education, training, and experience to lead the Macon County Sheriffs Office into the future. I always stand firm that I am not a politician, but I am a family man that loves God, my family, and our country., Your email address will not be published. Currently they have five on a shift including the supervisor. One of the first ways I plan to accomplish this is to refocus the agencies SRO [School Resource Officer] program and to improve the program for all these officers to be more than SROs I want them to be active community law enforcement officers that are geared toward proactive policing and reform. They were never stationed out there. Among the sheriffs retiring in Western North Carolina who will leave big shoes to fill is Macon County's Robert Holland, who has served in that position for almost two decades. Waynesville is Haywood Countys only municipal g Spring 2023 enrollment at Western Carolina Univers Haywood County Schools has new leaders at several Tuckaseigee Water and Sewer Authority received a v Clockwise from top left: Brent Holbrooks, Dereck Jones, Bob Cook, Clay Bryson. Both Sarah and I enjoy coaching our little ones in community league sports, we also volunteer with various youth and childrens programs at Cowee Church, where we are both members. Your support of SMN does not constitute a charitable donation. The K-9 Officers would be stationed in a zone that would enable them to be mobile in the event of a requirement for their services. In-house training is helpful in retention as well. DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) - Macon County Sheriff Jim Root has announced he will run for reelection in 2022. The proposals I have made thus far are not new ideas. During that time, he says he has seen from the outside how the Sheriffs Office operates and has a general idea of how theyre doing things. since taking the oath of office on his 21st birthday in 2000. Sheriff Brent Holbrooks - 2368 (32.21 percent) Winner Dereck E. Jones - 2314 (31.57 percent) Clay Bryson - 1123 (15.32 percent) Early voting across North Carolina begins today (April 28) with the Primary voting day set for May 17. Cook retired after earning the rank of Chief Petty Officer with Surface Warfare Qualifications. He plans to seek grants and funding opportunities to make mental health resources and substance abuse treatment more readily available and accessible. He wants to see officers involved in community events and a time for people to sit down with officers and share what their needs are. 331 talking about this. Although Holbrooks said he respects Holland, he isnt happy with the status quo. Sep 22, 2021 Updated Sep 22, 2021. Those residents deserve the same response and service from the Macon County Sheriffs Office as someone who lives in the center of town. Brent Holbrooks said his career in law enforcement was inspired by his father and grandfathers decades of service to Macon County. As such, I have had to learn to step back and look at whatever the situation is and think outside the box to develop a successful plan of attack. The Macon County Sheriff's Office takes a proactive approach to law enforcement--focusing on working WITH the public and preventing crime before it happens. If they are a victim of a crime, it will be properly investigated. At least three members of the Macon County Sheriff's Office have already announced their intent to be his replacement including Sgt. In 2017, once again it was promised they would get some officers out there for coverage and to this day, the only time they get a patrol unit out there is in response to a call for service. I have to serve the needs of the public and the commissioners, he said. It was there that he was mentored by Holland before Holland was ever elected to his current position. I bring to the table experience. Holbrooks touted his experience coming face-to-face with the drug trade. Bryson said his education and his years with the department have given him boots-on-the ground experience coupled with administrative duties such as managing a budget, writing policy and implementing programs. When it comes to recruiting new officers, he plans to reach out to community colleges and universities and suggests offering incentive pay for officers with prior law enforcement experience, training and certifications. Theres going to be a learning curve for everybody, he said. Holbrooks: My name is Brent and I am running for Sheriff of Macon County 2022. It just happens to be a political position, but I am elected by the people and always for the people. As I embrace this journey to become your Sheriff, I do so knowing that together we can make a difference. It will be so uncomfortable and so unprofitable they will want to go someplace else.. He served in that capacity until 1897, with credit to himself and honor and profit to the people. He has taught basic law enforcement training in Jacksonville, Florida, and in Macon County. I have a great relationship with the community, he said. Candidates were asked to provide a short bio and were asked the same questions. I worked for the of Franklin While I eagerly awaited my 21 birthday, when I could begin the BLET program. Additionally, they would be primarily a backup officer to keep them free for K-9 duties. He would like to add a body scanner to check for drugs or weapons coming into the jail and repurpose some positions to add another person per shift. I have worked every major position, he said. The good Lord gave me a platform to help others a platform to do what Ive wanted to do give back and help people., Bryson has worked with the Macon County Sheriffs Office. His philosophy is to lead by example. Born and raised in Newton, Iowa, Cook joined the Navy in 1972 and served until 1992 as a personnel specialist. I felt that the only way to ensure these concerns were addressed properly was to no longer sit on the sidelines. That is why I plan to constantly seek out grants and funding opportunities to make mental health resources and substance abuse treatment more readily available and accessible in Western North Carolina. Clay Bryson says he has been led to where he is now, having spent his entire adult career in law enforcement, I love giving back, he said. He also believes in treating people equally. This is where I grew up; where my children and grandchildren are growing up. In our spare time, we enjoy spending time outdoors and with our family. They are often the first faces our youngest community members meet and may be the first law enforcement officers our children encounter. Work With Us. I was perfectly retired, he said. It was unique that he was my mentor when I was just 11 to 12 years old, and now hes my boss, Bryson said. I dont want this to be one occurrence I want to be a regular face at these events in these various communities because I believe you, the citizens, know what is best for your neighbors. Bryson said he thinks the county has outgrown the jail and he would work with the County Commissioners to look at the pros and cons of a new facility or housing inmates out of county. Ive taken great pride to get to know the citizens of Macon County for almost 23 years. I will also not lie to them. Cook said his longest gig was working as an undercover narcotics detective, something he did for 14 years. Jones lists drugs, community partnerships, and training as the top three issues facing the countys law enforcement. What Otto needs from me as Sheriff may be different from what Highlands needs and I want to hear that from those who work and live in those communities every day. I left in 2004 to learn a new trade, but I knew that I would return to the law enforcement; and I did just that in 2008. The number one thing were going to do right off the bat is were going to go after the community drug dealers, he said. I intend to ask for a partnership with our federal partners who will work with us and the U.S. Attorneys Office to ensure we are getting the sentences we need to rid our community of those who supply the poison to our families. He says his experience has prepared him to make the needed changes. Bryson said drugs would obviously be a top concern for his administration, but he wont promise to take all drugs off the streets, something he sees as impossible given the nature of the trafficking network. 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