Sullivan County Leaders Are Looking At Both Short And Long Term Solutions Concerning The Jail Overcrowding Problem . Short Term, The Sheriff, District Attorney, Public Defender And Judges Will Come Up With A Plan To Address Inmate Population. Long-Term, One Option Is Hiring A Consultant. Commissioner Todd Broughton Told News 5…..
County Mayor Richard Venable Will Call For A Special Meeting Soon To Get Started On The Short Term Solution. Meanwhile, Venable Will Continue To Serve As Chairman Of The County Commission, Following A Majority Vote.