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El Dorado County Supervisors to Decide Sheriff Successor Tuesday
The El Dorado County Board of Supervisors will consider appointing a new sheriff Tuesday to replace retiring Sheriff Jeff Leikauf, who served 36 years with the office and announced his retirement effective through Christmas. Leikauf recommended Undersheriff Eric Palmberg as successor, while former Sheriff John D'Agostini, who led the department for 12 years, has also sought the appointment to fill the remainder of the term ending Jan. 8, 2029. Supervisor Brian Veerkamp urged postponing the decision for a competitive selection process, and dozens of public letters addressed the board on whether to proceed immediately or allow more community input.