LaPorte County Sheriff Merit Commission September 9, 2026

The LaPorte County Sheriff's Merit Commission held an informational meeting on September 9, 2026, without a quorum, so no official votes were taken. The meeting included updates on personnel changes, such as Deputy Patrick Weedo's resignation and the retirement of longtime administrative assistant Becky Popwell. The Sheriff reported on recent applicant testing with nine candidates moving to background investigations and plans to conduct interviews after the October 14th meeting. Budget updates noted contractual increases for jail medical and food service providers and body camera equipment, with no significant changes. The department also highlighted the completion and deployment of new patrol vehicles for 2026. Additionally, the Sheriff acknowledged the successful coordination of security details for local events, including the La Porte County Fair and the Great Lake Grand Prix, with associated hours and payments noted. The meeting concluded with community and operational updates, but no procurement decisions or contract awards were made during this session.