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2027 Preliminary Budget Amendments and Tax Levy Reduction

Six amendments trimmed the proposed 2027 tax increase from 2.79% to 1.79% by shifting one-time purchases to fund balance and cutting excess reserves. Supervisor Halpin abstained on four, warning of a repeat of the 2022 under-budgeting that cost $2 million.

7 mentions (3 this month)Last discussed Oct 20, 2026

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CDBG Funding for Local Nonprofits

Four nonprofits pitched for federal block grant money: a school social worker program, a soup kitchen serving 250+ meals a week, a veterans equine therapy program, and a youth business program. Written comments are open until October 24 before the board decides.

2 mentions (1 this month)Last discussed Oct 6, 2026