Were going to get out there and do our jobs like were supposed to, he said. Bryson: The drug tragedy in Macon County continues to grow; drug dealers are advancing quicker than law enforcement resources can evolve and it seems like we are always one step behind. But with the amount of drugs in this town, we should be seeing busts every week. The proposals I have made thus far are not new ideas. Extreme aggressiveness on the drug problem, thats the number one problem, he said. Quiz yourself on Black history. To view listings in your area, search by state below. Im not going to sit around and just let the drugs go crazy because were waiting on the big guy. His three-prong approach to the problem includes education, enforcement and rehabilitation. With much of my career being spent on patrol, I have experienced the shortages but it wasnt until I became Captain that I was able to see the administrative and structural difficulties of ensuring coverage across the county. See our upcoming events and sign up to attend. 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. Waynesville is Haywood Countys only municipal government that elects all of its members, A group of Macon County residents and library patrons attended a Feb. 7 library board, Theres some truth to the old clich that one readily recognizable sound is the ultimate, As Macon County looks ahead to fiscal year 2023-24, the county has big decisions to make. I want them to be in the schools other than the SROs and have positive interactions with our kids, he said. First, he wants to educate youth on drugs that come into the area, especially considering how many encounter them at home or in their social circles. I am also committed to moving Macon County forward into the future and making it a model department for all Western North Carolina. Growing up in Franklin, I attended public school in the Franklin area until my late high school days; when I chose to attend and graduate from Military School; I graduated from the Academy in 1994. Bob Cook is married (newly) with four daughters, nine grandchildren and one on the way plus one great grandson. I still have the love for reaching out and helping others.. When it comes to getting new officers, Bryson said the department will continue to recruit through the law enforcement academies and job fairs. Personal blog The honest truth is, no, we arent exactly where we need to be, but I want to continue to build on what so many in this department have worked hard to create. Im very approachable. Related to community partnerships is educating youth not only about the dangers such as drug use, but also showing them opportunities available. It absolutely needs to be replaced, but we need to plan for the future.. I want the voters to know they can rely on me. Three of my opponents are working there and they dont have their law enforcement retirements, they have their eye on the future as far as reelection, he said. They want to know, If Im going by the rules, everybody has to be going by the rules., He said he will hold people responsible for doing the jobs they were hired to do. Search by document type. 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 have stated before and will state it again, the agency will be reorganized and all areas of the county will have adequate coverage at no additional cost to the taxpayer. However, I have been asked to help share information about the candidates so what I have decided is to send every candidate this same email (everyone is copied) and leave it up to you if you want to respond or not. Although I left for around three years from 2004 until 2008, I bought back all of my time, making me the candidate with the most years of service at the MCSO; 22 years of service (23-years in May 2022). If people have a question, they can ask me; if they have a complaint, they can complain.. Jones: Combating the drug epidemic, community relations/partnerships, and training in specific areas. That is your decision. I spoke to a MCSO Street supervisor and asked what it would take to get coverage into those areas. Im a husband, a father, but most importantly Im a Christian. He also spent approximately 14 years working in Narcotics where I was also on the Violent Crimes Task Force and the DEA Task Force. I am the right individual for this position. 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. 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. Brent Holbrooks in Macon County won the. He said there is always room for improvement when it comes to transparency and communicating with the community. The number one thing were going to do right off the bat is were going to go after the community drug dealers, he said. The five candidates are Bob Cook, Brent Holbrooks, Dereck E. Jones, Chris Browning and Clay Bryson. Weve got to do what we can and deal with them appropriately when they get here.. To see more, visit BPR News. Macon County Sheriff Chris Browning (R) Clay Bryson (R) Bob Cook (R) Brent Holbrooks (R) Dereck E. Jones (R) School board elections and candidates November 8, 2022 (General) Macon County Schools May 17, 2022 (Primary) Macon County Schools Judicial elections and candidates November 8, 2022 (General) 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. He was promoted to captain just when the office was restructured and the entire command staff received that rank. The honest truth is, no, we arent exactly where we need to be, but I want to continue to build on what so many in this department have worked hard to create. Next, I will meet with the Assistant Supervisor in Charge of the DEA as well as other federal authorities to discuss our needs. Because they are our most valuable asset, it is imperative that we find ways to incentivize our agency and make the retention and recruitment of employees a priority, otherwise, we will continue to put time and money into training new officers only for them to leave to go to other agencies. As I embrace this journey to become your Sheriff, I do so knowing that together we can make a difference. As a father, my goal has always been to protect them, love them, and defend them to the best of my ability. He wants to have six deputies working per shift including a K9 unit on a regular patrol shift. 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 also said a larger facility built to code would give the county the opportunity to make money housing federal inmates. I want to instill trust in the community once again. My wife, Sarah, a Macon County School Assistant Principal, and I invite you to learn more about our family and community perspectives by openly encouraging a dialogue between us. The candidates to replace Holland bring a variety of experience. If you are able, please support The Smoky Mountain News. Im a law enforcement professional seeking to do what needs to be done through community involvement, he said. I dont think we need a new jail facility right now. he said. In addition, Bryson has served on the SRT for years and has been its commander since 2012. The Smoky Mountain News is a wholly private corporation. I serve on several boards for the youth league sports, including the little league boys basketball and baseball., Bryson: This is my first time running for an elected position., 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. Chris Browning welcomes all Macon County residents to a town hall style meet-and-greet. He has three years of college through the Columbia College, Columbia, Mo., and an Associates in Arts degree through the Los Angeles Community College. From there, he began working his way through the ranks as a corporal, sergeant, first sergeant, narcotics investigator, SWAT commander, K9 Supervisor/ Trainer, and now as Captain over Patrol. I was perfectly retired, he said. Since April 2021, I have made the proposal to get patrol coverage to not only Nantahala, but to Scaly Mountain, Otto and the Cowee area among others. 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. 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. I have become known over the years as a person that listens carefully to what people have to say.. Lastly, is there anything else you would like voters to know? Clay Bryson Although Holbrooks said he respects Holland, he isnt happy with the status quo. We need to be hard on the dealers and traffickers, 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. Just like criminal enterprise is constantly evolving, so is law enforcement and I want to ensure that we evolve quicker and smarter for the betterment of my friends and neighbors., Cook: I am running for office because I see a need for a course correction. Cook retired after earning the rank of Chief Petty Officer with Surface Warfare Qualifications. He said a good leader recognizes who the best people are, making them part of the leadership staff and delegating when possible. 1) Give me a brief bio. He served in that capacity until 1897, with credit to himself and honor and profit to the people. I am a man of my word. Personal, Professional, Education. From there, I then began working my way through the ranks as a corporal, sergeant, first sergeant, narcotics investigator, SWAT commander, K9 Supervisor/ Trainer, and now as Captain over Patrol. Candidates were asked to provide a short bio and were asked the same questions. Money doesnt always buy happiness, he said. I have a totally different vision of anybody thats working there now., He said after 20 years with one administration, its time for a change. I am pleased to say that the academy did a lot of good for me because I moved back to Macon County eager to pursue a career in law enforcement and was very focused on attaining my goals. 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. He says he would put together a proposal that looks at what is being spent now compared to what a new facility would cost or could generate in revenue. Jones said he is a people person and wants people to know they can talk to him. Bryson: The strongest area within the Macon County Sheriffs Office is our employees. View Candidates by State Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas California Colorado Connecticut Delaware District of Columbia Florida Georgia Hawaii Idaho Brent Holbrooks I think we need to get ours back up to what it needs to be. 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. He joined the Navy in August 1972 during the Viet Nam War and remained in the Navy until August 1992 during the Gulf War. I will make sure my people are responsible for doing their jobs., Cook said during his law enforcement career he was exposed to every facet of drug-related crimes. I am community oriented and believe in community partnerships, Jones said. Cook: While it is difficult to pick between the Detention Center and Patrol, the strongest area of the department appears to be the patrol division. I cant be successful as Sheriff without you, which is why I promise to work alongside you to continue to improve the quality of life here in Macon County, together. They felt disenfranchised and saw what they considered as the good old boy club being treated differently than everyone else. These officers dont always get the recognition they deserve, but I appreciate each and every one of them more than they will ever know.. Like Jones, Holbrooks said getting courthouse security up to speed would be one of his early priorities. Dereck Jones and his wife Jessica who works as a public health nurse have three children. These same instructions will be posted on social media to let the public know the option that was given to candidates for full transparency. I am the proud father of four daughters and in 2019 became a grandfather for the first time. At least three members of the Macon County Sheriff's Office have already announced their intent to be his replacement including Sgt. Were building leaders not just for today, but for tomorrow.. Its county seat is Pittsboro.. Chatham County is part of the Durham-Chapel Hill, NC Metropolitan Statistical Area, which is also included in the Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill Combined Statistical Area, which has a . I know how it affected me as a young man, he said. 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. This is one of the most frequently mentioned areas that citizens are unhappy with whether it is with drugs or property crimes. I have been asked many times by many people why I dont go somewhere else to make more money and the answer is simple Macon County is my home. Items below are placed at the cadidates request, in the order received. Your email address will not be published. I feel that my experience in that area coupled with my leadership and management experience makes me uniquely and more qualified to address the burgeoning drug problem. I will press for community-related policies that prompt our Deputies to work with other stakeholders as role models so that, together, our investment in the younger generation yields solid and measurable results. This is where I grew up; where my children and grandchildren are growing up. Recruitment and retention of officers is an issue not just locally, but across the country. Many were close races. I have to serve the needs of the public and the commissioners, he said. 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. In the past, I have worked as an undercover narcotics officer and bought drugs undercover in neighboring counties, he said. He wants to see more cooperation with federal agencies such as the Drug Enforcement Administration. Sheriff Brent Holbrooks - 2368 (32.21 percent) Winner Dereck E. Jones - 2314 (31.57 percent) Clay Bryson - 1123 (15.32 percent) since taking the oath of office on his 21st birthday in 2000. I will promise to always give my best effort . Holbrooks touted his experience coming face-to-face with the drug trade. 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. Neither Bryson or Holbrooks answered this question, which was their right to do. We are all fighting the same problem and dealing with many of the same offenders across jurisdictions. Brent Holbrooks is a lieutenant at the MCSO who has been with the office about 23 years. You never know where WUNC's events will take you. I dont. Bryson said he has three specific areas he believes he can enhance. If you have a question about contributing to SMN, please contact us. I am not a politician. If they are a victim of a crime, it will be properly investigated. Just like every other department and business around the nation, everybody suffers staff shortages, he said. Answer from candidate 1 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. Welcome to the Macon County Sheriff's Office Facebook page, serving Franklin, Highlands and Nantahala Macon County, NC Sheriff's Office | Franklin NC Many of you already know me, my personality, and my character through our personal interactions over the years. I take great pride in building personal and professional relationships here in Macon County, he said, adding that he is committed to the youth and believes he can make a difference in Highlands, Nantahala and other communities throughout the county. Venus and Jupiter are going in for a nighttime kiss, Santorum joins North Carolina House GOP to push convention, UNCG School of Nursing plans to move its Ph.D. program entirely online, Author Kate Zernike dissects the years-long fight for gender equality at MIT, Graham and Jackson Counties vote in runoff elections, Judge releases dashcam video of Cawthorn driving while his license was revoked, The Nantahala-Pisgah Forest Plan received about 800 eligible objections, heres what happens now, Reaction to Cawthorn's move varies across WNC, Lost or forgotten no more: Incarcerated Black laborers that built WNC railroad memorialized. We have to get better doing this patrol thing, he said. I decided to enter the race as a candidate to make a difference not only in the lives of the citizens of Macon County, but also in the operation of the Sheriffs Office., Jones: Macon County is my home. Many were close races. Answer from candidate 4 They may not be driving straight up 441 but instead following one of the many backroads in and out of the county. Of course, others may step up to run for the office, but Root will be a tough incumbent to beat, considering everything that happened in the 2018 race aftermath. Crime has gotten so much worse, but we are doing so much. We have an academy in our backyard, we need to be utilizing that as much as possible, he said. A dog is the number one tool in the war on drugs, he said. He also wants to reintroduce a cadet program similar to the one he participated in as a young man when Sheriff Holland was his mentor. Jones: I have spoken to many residents across the county who share the same concerns as the Nantahala community whether they live there or not. I know that I cant always be by their side, so what better way to protect them than to work for an agency that allows you to face the evil in our communities head-on. Republican Chris Browning, also running for sheriff, did not return multiple phone calls and Facebook messages requesting an interview for this story. He said having the K9 units work closely with the narcotics division allows the department to better respond to drug related calls and investigations. He also wants to provide officers more training on highway interdiction and assign deputies with canine support to work Highway 441. In 2007, Nantahala was given four Deputy positions specifically for the Nantahala area. Clockwise from top left: Brent Holbrooks, Dereck Jones, Bob Cook, Clay Bryson. We work to create a safe environment for Macon County residents and visitors by preserving the peace and enforcing the laws. Anybody that can help provide the assets, equipment, money and other resources to fight this problem we have in Macon County., His goal is to make it so the people who are bringing drugs into the county will no longer want to come here. The people in Nantahala want to know someone is close by so they dont have to wait an hour.. The Macon County Arrest Records Search (North Carolina) links below open in a new window and take you to third party websites that provide access to Macon County public records. I am a passionate, dedicated law enforcement officer who puts God first, family second and career third. In addition to his current role overseeing jail operations, Jones also highlighted his other collateral duties, such as his involvement with Special Olympics, Project Lifesaver (a community safety program that makes it easier to find missing individuals with conditions like autism or dementia), mental health task force and the safe schools task force. Outside of Old Fort, the Western North Carolina railroad bends around Andrews Geyser. During interviews and appearances at several recent forums, all five candidates agree the drug problem is the number one issue facing the county. Sep 22, 2021 Updated Sep 22, 2021. Macon County Beekeepers will hold their Bee School, Saturday, February 11 and Saturday, February 25, 2023 from 9:00 a.m. 1 month ago NC 4-H Camps Selected to Participate in NC State Crowdfunding Campaign Bob Cook said he isnt running for sheriff as a career move. Jones: I have been blessed to have worked with some really good law enforcement professionals over the years while on patrol and in investigations. Jones said that while he understands sheriff is a political position, he is a deputy before hes a politician, and thats the way hed intend to run the office. To win, a candidate must get at least 30 percent of the vote plus one. Candidates were asked to provide a short bio and were asked the same questions. I am committed to fair and equal treatment of all citizens. In his current district, the political consequences of his decision are only just beginning to emerge. I have a great relationship with the community, he said. He says transparency is a pretty easy problem to fix. I am running to make a change in the direction of our Sheriffs Office. Brent Holbrooks, Lt. Clay Bryson and Lt. Dereck Edward Jones. I enrolled in Basic Law Enforcement Training at Southwestern Community College in the Fall of 1999 to begin my career and on April 11, 2000, On my 21st birthday, I took my Oath of Office with the Macon County Sheriffs Office. It all boils down to preventive maintenance. Im passionate about what I do, he said. Unlike the three other candidates mentioned in this story, Bob Cook came to Macon County a bit later in life. 148 likes. Support from our readers will help us maintain and strengthen the editorial independence that is crucial to our mission to help make Western North Carolina a better place to call home. I worked for the of Franklin While I eagerly awaited my 21 birthday, when I could begin the BLET program. As a law enforcement officer, Cook has experience in Patrol, Evidence Technician, Traffic Officer, Burglary, Scrap Metal Task Force, Economic Crimes (Food Stamp Fraud), Gang Unit, Homicide Unit where he was on the Aggravated Battery Squad. Jones lists drugs, community partnerships, and training as the top three issues facing the countys law enforcement. Its the highest liability position, and during the last three and a half years, Ive had the opportunities administratively to work on the budget with the chief deputy, Jones said. Candidates Jones, Holbrooks and Clay Bryson are all currently part of the Macon County Sheriffs Office. 94.1 Lumberton 99.9 Southern Pines, Courtesy of North Carolina Board of Elections. A State Divided: HB2 And Transgender Rights, Committee on Inclusion Diversity Equity Accountability, WUNC Public Radio, LLC Board of Directors, From the Warehouse to the world: Chicago and the birth of house music, Tesla has a new master plan. What sets Bryson apart from the field more than anything may be his 21 years running police canines. Following is Part II of the sheriff's candidate profiles featuring Brent Holbrooks and Chris Browning. If they have a question either myself or my staff will answer them. Perform a free Macon County, NC public arrest records search, including current & recent arrests, arrest inquiries, warrants, reports, logs, and mugshots. He said the Sheriffs Office must continue to help educate the community about drug and substance abuse and he wants to see more mental health and rehabilitation resources available. I want to further our agency just as Sheriff Holland has worked to do for many years. Absolutely for more bed space. Cook: While each area can be improved upon, the Investigations area can use some improving. Early voting across North Carolina begins today (April 28) with the Primary voting day set for May 17. 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 Candidates . Its another way to reach people.. Full time position - Macon County Sheriff's Department Posted 07/06/2021 Notice of Employment Deputy Sheriff The Macon County Board of Commissioners is accepting applications for a Deputy Sheriff to work at the Macon County Sheriff's Office in Oglethorpe, Georgia. Cook also wants to review safety protocols for the jail and the courthouse. Town of Waynesville will pursue staggered terms for aldermen, Residents object to LGBTQ literature at Macon library, After two weeks in court, a hung jury leads to mistrial in Knibbs case, Macon starts budget in good financial health. Answer from candidate 2 I am the only candidate who has experience in every division under the Sheriffs Office running for this position. 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. News and Updates Events TBD Meet-and-Greet Hotdog Dinner Get to know Chris Browning. His education program would include more trained School Resource Officers, including a roving K9 unit and K9 demonstrations in the schools. 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. We need to be helping those who need help and want help, he said. The drug problem affects every single family in Macon County.. Theres going to be a learning curve for everybody, he said. 331 talking about this. Dereck Jones began his law enforcement career in 2005 and has worked his way through the ranks, currently serving as a captain and jail administrator. In our spare time, we enjoy spending time outdoors and with our family. Currently they have five on a shift including the supervisor. Questions for the Macon County Sheriff candidates. 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