Tim Starr has announced his candidacy for Scott County Sheriff in 2022. Starr, who is running as an Independent, stated that he will serve all citizens of the county.
Starr’s family has strong ties to Scott County. His father, Bill Starr, was the owner of Starr Hardware on Main Street and was very active in promoting Waldron and Scott County as a great place to live, make a living and raise a family. His mother, Judy Star, is the daughter of Thurman and Roxie Atchley of Keener. Starr’s sister, Rachel Langley, is a lifelong resident of Scott County.
Scott County is one of the largest counties in the state. Larger in land surface area, with a scattered population. “It deserves and needs the presence of a strong, effective police force,” stated Starr.
He added that he believes the sheriff can assist in providing the climate for attracting jobs and growth through the effective management of the facilities of the county.
“The Scott County Sheriff’s office must provide for the safety and security of the citizens if we are to assist the county in becoming what we all hope it to be,” said Starr.
Starr is a graduate of Waldron High School, the Basic Arkansas Law Enforcement Academy, and has attended dozens of workshops for Law Enforcement Officials. He has served as Police Chief at Mountainburg, Central City, and Hackett.
He is currently employed by the Yell County Sheriff’s Department under Sheriff Bill Gilkey, a twenty-three tenure as Sheriff.
“I am a believer in training for law enforcement officials,” Starr stated. “I am a certified law enforcement instructor and an instructor for the use of the taser.”
Adding, “serving as Police Chief has given me the invaluable experience in working with budgets, supervising deputies and employees. This has prepared me to run for office. I understand budget constraints and working to develop maximum visibility of the law enforcement personnel. I know the value of cooperating with other enforcement officials. I believe Scott County deserves the best law enforcement and I want the citizens to know I will be available, visible, and with my best ability, work to provide a great place for people to live in Scott County.”
