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Butte County adopts $1.1 billion 2025‑26 budget; Measure H funds restore public‑safety and library staffing
Summary
The Board of Supervisors adopted a recommended FY 2025‑26 budget totaling about $1.1 billion, including $44 million in estimated Measure H revenue. County leaders said Measure H enabled restoration of many public‑safety and library positions and created reserves; the board approved nine budget actions and directed staff on contingency rules.
Lede Butte County approved a recommended FY 2025‑26 budget on June 24, adopting a $1.1 billion all‑funds plan that includes $305.2 million in general‑fund operations and an estimated $44 million in Measure H local revenues to restore public‑safety staffing and expand library hours.
Nut graf County administrators told the Board of Supervisors the recommended budget balances projected revenues and costs while preserving a $16 million general reserve and a $10.1 million contingency target. Measure H proceeds were presented as the primary enabler for restoring positions and services in the sheriff’s office, fire departments and libraries; the board voted unanimously to adopt the package and nine related procedural resolutions and directions.
Body Chief Administrative Officer Andy Pickett and Deputy Administrative Officer Kevin Taggart presented the county’s financial plan. Taggart summarized the core figures: “The recommendations before you provide for a balanced…
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