The Washington County Board of Commissioners held a roundtable meeting on August 11, 2025, focusing on a reflective assessment of the current budget process and preparations for the upcoming fiscal year. The meeting aimed to evaluate what worked well and what could be improved as the county gears up for the next budget cycle.

County Administrator and Budget Officer Angie, along with Chief Financial Officer John Steyer, led the discussion. They emphasized the importance of this reflection period, particularly as the county begins to prepare for the budget process for the next year. The meeting highlighted the ongoing transition to a new Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, which is currently being tested alongside the existing system. This transition is expected to impact the upcoming budget cycle, as modifications to the current system cannot be made during this testing phase.

The board noted that a supplemental budget will need to be adopted in January, reflecting the changes brought about by the new ERP system. This supplemental budget will mirror the current year's adopted budget but will incorporate updates from the new system, including changes to the chart of accounts.

The meeting concluded with a commitment to continue discussions on financial matters throughout the fall and winter, as the county prepares for the fiscal year 2026-27 budget, which will be produced using the new ERP system. Further details and updates will be provided in future roundtable meetings.