County Budget Process Update
Summary
The Legislature is heading into amendment votes on the 2027 budget starting October 5, with a public forum October 1 and the required hearing October 27. Committee members stressed the forum is the best window to influence spending — after that, the budget is essentially set. The peer support coordinator position this committee advocated for isn't in the recommended budget but is still being developed.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 2
- Last 30 days
- 0
Discussed at 2 meetings in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 28, 2026.
Impact analysis
Covers the entire 2027 county operating and capital budget, including whether a peer support coordinator position gets funded.
Residents and community groups who speak up at the October 1 forum can directly shape what gets funded.
Groups that learn about the forum late — as some members noted — have little time to mobilize and could lose out on funding they need.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Workforce Diversity and Inclusion Committee - Regular Meeting — September 28, 2026
The Legislature is heading into amendment votes on the 2027 budget starting October 5, with a public forum October 1 and the required hearing October 27. Committee members stressed the forum is the best window to influence spending — after that, the budget is essentially set. The peer support coordinator position this committee advocated for isn't in the recommended budget but is still being developed.
Budget, Capital, and Personnel Committee - Regular Meeting — September 14, 2026
The 2027 budget and five-year capital program are on track for adoption November 17, with a public hearing October 27 where residents can speak. This is your chance to weigh in on county spending and taxes before it's final.
We'll email you when it's on an upcoming agenda and when it's voted on, at most once a day.
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