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Richland County Appoints Sarah Potes as New Emergency Director

4/26/2025

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Richland County welcomes Sarah Potes as its new Emergency Management Agency director, beginning May 8 with a salary of $63,502.40. A dedicated lifelong resident, Potes previously excelled as interim director and grants specialist. Excitingly, the summer youth program will now extend its reach to foster care youth, offering invaluable job training and work experience for ages 14-18.

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Richland County welcomes Sarah Potes as its new Emergency Management Agency director, beginning May 8 with a salary of $63,502.40. A dedicated lifelong resident, Potes previously excelled as interim director and grants specialist. Excitingly, the summer youth program will now extend its reach to foster care youth, offering invaluable job training and work experience for ages 14-18.