Chad Pennell

Criminal Justice / Public Safety

I will foster a work environment that every employee will feel valued and respected for the work that they do. Learn more

Renew county relationships. By operating openly and transparently, we will build trust with the community, including relationships with the County Government, county leaders and the citizens. Learn more

As your sheriff, I will: Engage the community. We will seek community involvement and partnerships, including feedback and conversations with our citizens. Learn more

Combat the drug problem. We will tackle the drug problem in our community head on with a proactive approach, including accountability and transparency to our citizens. We will enhance our current D.A.R.E. Program in our schools and establish an educational program for parents/legal guardians. Learn more

Work to constantly improve the professional standards of the Sheriff’s Office. Learn more

I am a firm believer that leadership must start at the top and be passed down through the organization and that respect is earned, and I will work diligently to earn your respect and trust. Learn more

Restructure current staffing. We will dedicate additional officers to serve on the road patrol, decreasing response time to the citizens and reducing crime for businesses and homeowners. Learn more

Establish a career development plan for our officers. We will seek opportunities for training, often free, establish a bonus/incentive program, to benefit both the officers and our citizens, at no additional cost to tax payers. Learn more

As your sheriff, I pledge to: ·Serve you, protect you, and listen to you. ·Maintain justice while honoring the rule of law. ·Uphold the Constitution of the United States of America and the State of North Carolina. Learn more

I will not ask you to do anything that I’m not willing to do myself, I will work right alongside of you, day in and day out. My goal is to help every officer grow in their career, to be the best that they can be. Learn more