The Monroe County Council held a budget hearing on September 30, 2025, focusing on critical adjustments to the county's financial allocations for the upcoming year. A significant discussion centered on the prosecutor's budget, particularly regarding the extradition line item, which has raised concerns among council members.

During the meeting, it was highlighted that the extradition budget currently stands at $538, which includes $500 for overtime and $38 for FICA. Council members debated the implications of zeroing out this budget line, as it would eliminate funding for extradition-related expenses. Prosecutor Eric Oliphant clarified that the office could manage without this funding, noting that they have not utilized the extradition budget in a long time and typically contract out for such services.

Councilor Decker emphasized the importance of quantifying the financial impact of these budget cuts, expressing a desire to ensure that the council's actions lead to actual savings rather than merely reducing funds without clear benefits. He requested a rough estimate of the potential savings from these adjustments.

The council ultimately decided to leave the extradition line at a nominal amount of one dollar to maintain its existence in the budget for 2026. This decision allows for the possibility of future funding requests if necessary, while also adhering to the recent ordinance that mandates zeroing out certain budget lines.

The meeting concluded with a unanimous vote to approve the proposed budget adjustments, reflecting the council's commitment to careful financial management as they prepare for the next fiscal year.