2027 Budget Structural Deficit
Summary
The county faces an $8.6 million gap between 2027 revenue and expenses after one-time money, and its savings cushion runs out in 2027. Commissioners are weighing when and how big an adjustment to make — the three scenarios range from a 10% phase-in to a 27% hit in 2028. Decisions made in the next few months will shape services and finances for years.
At a glance
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- Last 30 days
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Oct 29, 2026.
Impact analysis
The 2027 general fund budget shows about $114 million in revenue against $138 million in expenses, with $10.4 million of fund balance drawn down in 2027.
Residents benefit if commissioners act early to close the gap without cutting mandated services like 911, children and youth, and elections.
Without action, residents could eventually face service disruptions, fee increases, or tax adjustments as one-time funding runs out.
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