On the Volusia Sheriff's Office website, find the hourly rate for an off-duty deputy, the additional holiday rate, and the minimum charge per deputy, specifically for rates effective October 1, 2025. Then, calculate the estimated total cost to hire two off-duty deputies for 5 hours on a holiday.
Navigate to the 'Services' page. Click on 'Hire an Off-Duty Deputy' under 'Community Programs'. Click the link to 'request an Extra-Duty Deputy or a Civil Standby'. Locate the 'Hourly Rates Effective 10/1/25' section. Identify the standard hourly rate for a Deputy. Identify the additional Holiday Rate per hour. Note the 3-hour minimum charge per deputy. Calculate the total cost for two deputies for 5 hours on a holiday, applying the 2025 rates.
State the standard hourly rate for a Deputy effective 10/1/25 ($70.00/hr). State the additional Holiday Rate ($10.00/hr per deputy). Confirm the 3-hour minimum charge per deputy. Calculate the cost for one deputy for 5 hours on a holiday using the 2025 rates: (5 hours * $70/hr) + (5 hours * $10/hr holiday rate) = $350 + $50 = $400. Calculate the total cost for two deputies: $400 * 2 = $800. Provide the estimated total cost of $800.