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Commissioners approve $750,000 opt‑out resolution as budget authority while discussing reserves and timelines
Summary
The Board of County Commissioners voted to approve a resolution to set an opt‑out levy authority of $750,000 for the upcoming budget, after extended discussion about cash reserves, timing of a courtroom remodel RFP and state filing deadlines; commissioners noted the opt‑out provides budget authority but does not compel full spending.
The Board of County Commissioners voted unanimously to approve Resolution 2025‑20 establishing an opt‑out levy authority of $750,000 for the 2026 budget. Commissioners approved the measure after staff and commissioners discussed county cash reserves, the timing of a courtroom renovation RFP and statutory deadlines that affect when an opt‑out can appear on a ballot or be referred by petition.
A motion to approve “Resolution 2025‑20 for $750,000” passed on a roll call vote. Commissioners recorded ayes from Gilbertson, Teasey, Brady, Brayler and Mokler; the clerk announced the motion passed and asked…
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