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Commissioners warn of $2.4 million shortfall and say public‑safety priorities will shape upcoming cuts
Summary
County leaders told staff to prepare for early budget sessions after identifying a roughly $2.4 million shortfall driven by higher wages, equipment and operating costs; commissioners said they will prioritize public safety while asking departments to identify possible cuts.
Okanogan County commissioners told department heads the county faces a substantial budget gap — roughly $2.4 million as presented in September — and instructed managers to prepare for early, detailed budget meetings to identify reductions and priorities.
Why it matters: commissioners said rising wages, increased equipment and fuel costs, and higher mandated salaries are widening the gap between revenues and expenditures. They warned services could be reduced if new…
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