FY 2026-2027 County Budget
Summary
Commissioners wrestled with a growing list of recurring positions against rising property values from revaluation, urging the manager to fund only what's essential and consider a hiring freeze on discretionary adds.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jun 24, 2026.
Impact analysis
Dozens of requested positions carry recurring annual costs; staff pledged the recommended budget will not fund them all.
Residents benefit from services but face pressure from rising assessed values.
Taxpayers, particularly those seeing 100%+ value increases on the west side.
Mentions & discussions (5)
General - Jun 24, 2026
County commissioners took up the budget for the next fiscal year at this special meeting. Budget choices shape property taxes and funding for schools, sheriff's patrols, and county services.
Board of County Commissioners - Jun 15, 2026
The county adopted its budget at 73.75 cents with help from Senate Bill 889's property tax moratorium, adding $6 million for school capital and $600,000 for Union Rescue from the fund balance. Residents pushed hard on school funding and outside-agency support during a long public comment session.
Board of County Commissioners - May 14, 2026
Commissioners reviewed revenue projections, the fee schedule, and department wish-lists. Bigger enhancement requests will need to be trimmed to balance the budget, with the full proposal due in June.
Board of County Commissioners - Apr 27, 2026
Commissioners are working through department-by-department spending requests ahead of the proposed budget's release at the first June meeting. The county is targeting a revenue-neutral property tax rate, and tax collections are running ahead of last year.
Board of County Commissioners - Mar 27, 2026
Commissioners wrestled with a growing list of recurring positions against rising property values from revaluation, urging the manager to fund only what's essential and consider a hiring freeze on discretionary adds.
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