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Thomas County approves $175,000 settlement for treasurer-tax-collector and authorizes budget transfer
Summary
The Thomas County Board of Supervisors approved a $175,000 settlement and release with Treasurer–Tax Collector Julie White and authorized a $40,000 supplemental budget transfer to the county litigation line to cover fiscal-year costs; the action drew public objection and calls for accountability during a special meeting Aug. 25.
The Thomas County Board of Supervisors on Aug. 25 approved a settlement and release agreement calling for a $175,000 payment tied to claims by Treasurer–Tax Collector Julie White and authorized a separate $40,000 supplemental budget transfer to the county’s litigation line for fiscal year 2024–25.
The settlement and budget adjustment were discussed at a special meeting where counsel Ruben Cruz described the proposal as “a proposed settlement and release agreement designed to resolve issues related to the treasurer tax collector's claims for reimbursement for attorney's fees.” The board voted on the items in roll call and moved forward with the payments.
The matter drew sharp public criticism. A commenter identified in the record as Kayla said she was “very confused as to why the…
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