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Marathon County administrator previews proposed 2026 budget; at least 15 vacant positions likely not funded
Summary
Administrator Leonard told the committee county staff are conducting a line‑by‑line review of the 2026 budget, aligning revenues and expenses, reviewing fees and rates, and anticipates at least 15 vacant positions will be left unfunded in the proposed budget as part of balancing under levy limits.
MARATHON COUNTY — Administrator Leonard updated the Human Resources, Finance and Property Committee on the 2026 budget development timeline and said staff will present a proposed budget that likely defunds at least 15 vacant positions across departments to help balance the levy and implement a prior wage study.
Leonard said department heads have completed initial budget meetings and staff are aligning revenue streams with expenses and reviewing fees and rates countywide. "We've met with all of the…
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