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County approves FY‑25 midyear budget amendment; increases public-works overtime and shifts capital funds

2520598 · March 6, 2025
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Summary

The Board approved a midyear FY‑25 budget amendment that increases Public Works overtime by $60,000 and adjusts professional services, indigent defense, magistrate and other line items; the amendment is offset by increased interest income and a reallocation of a capital fund.

The Newton County Board of Commissioners voted 5-0 on March 4 to approve a midyear FY‑25 budget amendment that moves money to cover storm-related overtime and other higher-than-expected expenses.

Finance Director Britney White told the board Public Works has needed more overtime due to three major storms this fiscal year and requested a $60,000 increase to the overtime…

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