Jefferson County posts roughly $3 million general fund surplus; board approves large carryovers and targeted budget fixes
County finance director reported a near $3 million general-fund surplus for 2024 driven by delayed disbursement to Thrive ED, interest income and staffing vacancies; the Board approved two budget amendments including $27,509.76 to cover department deficits and $21.9 million in carryovers requiring board action.
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Jefferson County officials on March 11 reported stronger-than-expected 2024 financial results and approved budget amendments to move unspent funds into 2025. Chief Financial Officer Mark Riser told the Board the county ended 2024 with a materially positive result in the general fund — driven mainly by a delayed $2 million disbursement to the Live Local development fund, higher interest income and unfilled staff positions — and presented carryover recommendations for the Board to ratify.
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