Meriwether County budget would add 23 positions, expand fire and EMS staffing

Sep 30, 2026

Staff told commissioners the FY 2026–27 proposal includes 23 additional budgeted positions (19 full-time, 4 part-time), with the fire department gaining 14 full-time and 2 part-time positions and EMS two part-time positions.

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A staff member said the proposed budget includes "23 additional budgeted positions consisting of 19 full time and 4 part time positions." The presenter listed new positions by department, including one part-time magistrate court position, a full-time probate court position, two maintenance positions, a planning and zoning code enforcement officer, recreation and multiple positions for fire and EMS.

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